Military victories — it would be nice to hear of one right about now. That’s when the underdog wins the war or one of the battling forces just loses its will to fight. My point is that battles and wars are won and lost. That’s been true since the Book of Genesis. However, as we’ll …
Psalm 60: You’ll Have Victory Only By Praying to God Read More »
When you look around at what’s going on in the world today, it does seem hopeless. If you focus on the bad news and the hope of the Good News fades away fast. In this psalm, David gives us a prayer to pray when we need hope — which is every day. Let’s dig in… …
Psalm 54: How to Rely on God Each Time You Need Hope Read More »
Having lived through 6 hurricanes in my lifetime, I’ve seen my share of uprooted trees. In fact, 18 years ago, it was the sight of 2 HUGE oak trees toppled over almost hitting my building that convinced me that it was time to leave Florida and move to Arizona. At that time, I wasn’t as …
Psalm 52: Are You Rooted and Thriving in the House of God? Read More »
One thing that is hard to understand about fully trusting God is praising Him even when things aren’t going well — when things look bleak — when life feels hopeless. Jesus told us, “Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33 NLT) …
Psalm 47: Every Day We Should Shout to God with Joyful Praise! Read More »
As I write this, there is turmoil in Israel. It seems this very psalm is coming to life again. There are protests in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem (see the videos below). Unmistakably, when a nation’s people turn away from God, they suffer the consequences. This is what happens when they don’t learn from their history. …
These next two psalms were sung together by the temple priests. Like most of the psalms, they are a desperate prayer to God for hope and salvation. Consequently, the psalmist convinces himself that all hope is only found in God. Let’s dig in… Psalm 42 For the choir director: A psalm (maskill) of the sons …
Psalms 42-43: Does Your Soul Thirst? Are You Sad & Discouraged? Need Hope? Read More »
David wrote Psalm 38 when he was hurting — badly. When you’re in deep trouble, sick, or going through a heavy trial, and you feel there is nowhere left to turn. When you’ve hit rock bottom, the only place to turn is up. Let’s dig in… Psalm 38 A psalm of David, asking God to …
Psalm 38: Got Troubles? Reasons to Go to God for Help. Read More »
God is good — all the time! God is just and fair — all the time! Really? Then why do wicked, evil people prosper? That’s the question of the ages! Psalm 37 answers this question with some great advice for us as we try to live righteous, Christlike lives. Let’s dig in… Psalm 37 A …
Psalm 37: If God is Good & Just, then Why do Evil People Prosper? Read More »
When you cry out to God for help — with the right motives — sincerely — He hears your plea. He sees everything! He promises that everyone who takes refuge in HIM, will NOT be condemned! God keeps His promises! God helps and protects His people when they call Him. Let’s dig in… Psalm 34 …
Psalm 34: The Lord Hears His People When They Call for Help Read More »
Psalm 33 is a praise song to the Lord Almighty. We don’t know who the author is, but it’s a beautiful worship song. It’s one that we should never get tired of singing or praying back to the Lord. Let’s dig in… Psalm 33 1 Let the godly sing for joy to the Lord; it is fitting …
Psalm 33: The Lord Almighty Looks Down from Heaven & Sees Everything We Do Read More »
Do you trust God? It’s not easy to surrender EVERYTHING in your life to Him. Here in Psalm 25, King David gives us a beautiful poem that we can pray back to God and at the same time, assure ourselves that if we trust in Him, He’s got our back. Let’s dig in… Psalm 25 …
Psalm 25: Surrender Your Life and Trust in the Lord Read More »
Psalm 20 is a psalm of prayer before battle and 21 is the victory song praising God for the win. Today, we Christians face a constant battle against the evil powers of this world. These are psalms we can pray daily! Let’s dig in… Psalm 20 For the choir director: A psalm of David. 1 In …
Psalms 20 & 21: Trust in the Lord to Win the Battle! Praise Him for Victory! Read More »
Here are 4 myths of the Christian life. What does a true follower of Jesus look like? Seek the truth…
This short Psalm is typical of many psalms — the writer starts off crying, in a panic because of a terrible situation. He’s worried and he cries out to God. By the end of the psalm, he’s done a complete 180-degree turn and he’s praising God. Ultimately, it shows us that worry and panic are …
Psalm 13: Worried? Think, Stay Calm and Direct Your Cries to God Read More »
It’s getting really hard to find information, advice, even services, or products that we can trust. Given that, why is it that we forget — or don’t want to — turn to the only person whom we can fully trust to keep His Word and His Promises? In this next Psalm, David has a similar …
Psalm 12: Good People are Vanishing Quickly! Whose Lies do You Trust? Read More »
Daniel 6: In the Lion’s Den. Integrity, Discipline, Loyalty, all before Courage… Seek the truth…
Jeremiah 45-47: In God We Trust. Do We Really? Do You?… Seek the Truth…
Jeremiah 42-44: How to Anger God Even More…Refuse to Obey… Seek the truth…
Jeremiah 37-38: God Should Be Your GPS Not Your Spare Tire!…
Grace: the Greatest Gift God Gives You When You Know Jesus in Your Heart. What is Grace? Seek the truth…
