This song is one of my all-time favorites. It is powerful to me on two fronts. First it echoes the promises found in the Bible concerning God's generosity with His grace. There is never a time that a child of His has come asking for it that He has not freely given it. Second, these… Continue reading Saturday Song: Grace by Laura Story
Psalm 34:17-18
When the righteous cry for help, the LORD hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:17-18 These verses lead me to ask myself, "Self, when do you cry for help? At night when fears and fatigue start their vicious… Continue reading Psalm 34:17-18
Psalm 34:16
The face of the LORD is against those who do evil, to cut off the memory of them from the earth. Psalm 34:16 This verse is set as a stark contrast in the midst of verses showing God's care for His own. Whereas the LORD watches over the righteous to deliver and preserve them, the… Continue reading Psalm 34:16
Psalm 34:15
The eyes of the LORD are toward the righteous and his ears toward their cry. Psalm 34:15 The righteous are those who have clung to Christ for forgiveness, who by faith are credited as righteous, as Abraham was. So, never think that the LORD saves and then forgets. Nor does He look away so that… Continue reading Psalm 34:15
Avocados – they’re not just for guacamole anymore
Since I started drinking almond milk, I thought I'd try making pudding with it. I don't know what I did wrong, but it never firmed up in the refrigerator. And I left it in there all day. Recently, I came across some recipes for chocolate pudding made with... avocados. I like avocados, and since I'll… Continue reading Avocados – they’re not just for guacamole anymore
Saturday Song: Abide with Me
Henry F. Lyte, the man who wrote this hymn faithfully led a small church for over 20 years when his failing health forced him to take an early retirement. September 4, 1847 marked his last sermon to his congregation. During his sermon, Lyte is reported to have said his desire was to "induce you to… Continue reading Saturday Song: Abide with Me
Psalm 34:9-14
Oh fear the LORD, you his saints, for those who fear him have no lack! The young lions suffer want and hunger; but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing. Ps. 34:9-10 After reading about the LORD's goodness, shelter, and communion with mankind, it may seem strange that the next sentence from the… Continue reading Psalm 34:9-14
Chile Colorado with Rice
CHILE COLORADO: - 1 15oz. can Red Enchilada Sauce (I used Las Palmas Mild Sauce, and it was very spicy) - 1 15oz. can Tomato Sauce (I really only used this to control how spicy the sauce turned out. If you like it really spicy, you won't need this much; if you like it mild,… Continue reading Chile Colorado with Rice
Psalm 34:8
Oh taste and see that the LORD is good! Blessed is the man who takes refuge in him! Psalm 34:8 In all of His works, the LORD shows Himself to be good. Always. Without fail. But those who do not run to Him, who do not taste, who do not seek will only look from… Continue reading Psalm 34:8
Psalm 34:4-7
I sought the LORD and He answered me and delivered me from all my fears. Those who look to him are radiant, and their faces shall never be ashamed. Psalm 34:4-5 After opening the Psalm with a heart and mouth full of praise to God, the psalmist goes back and gives reason to his praise:… Continue reading Psalm 34:4-7
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