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
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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
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
Saturday Song: Immortal, Invisible
Immortal, invisible, God only wise, In light inaccessible hid from our eyes, Most blessèd, most glorious, the Ancient of Days, Almighty, victorious, Thy great Name we praise. Unresting, unhasting, and silent as light, Nor wanting, nor wasting, Thou rulest in might; Thy justice, like mountains, high soaring above Thy clouds, which are fountains of goodness… Continue reading Saturday Song: Immortal, Invisible
Saturday Song: Rock of Ages
Rock of ages, cleft for me, Let me hide myself in Thee; Let the water and the blood, From Thy wounded side which flowed, Be of sin the double cure, Save from wrath and make me pure. Could my tears forever flow, Could my zeal no respite know, These for sin could not atone… Continue reading Saturday Song: Rock of Ages
He still leads me…
I was traveling yesterday, so I'm a little behind on my blog-reading. Today, however, I had some spare time between conference sessions and read this beautiful post from GirlTalk that I wanted to share here. The post, Walking in Darkness, reminded me of seasons where I walked not knowing with certainty what the end result… Continue reading He still leads me…
Valentine’s Day 2011 — Charles Spurgeon on the Father’s love
Wonderful thoughts for Valentine's Day, as penned by Charles Spurgeon (Morning, February 13): "Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not. Beloved, now are we the sons of God." -- 1 John… Continue reading Valentine’s Day 2011 — Charles Spurgeon on the Father’s love
Whether for correction or for his land or for love…
He loads the thick cloud with moisture; the clouds scatter his lightning. They turn around and around by his guidance, to accomplish all that he commands them on the face of the habitable world. Whether for correction or for his land or for love, he causes it to happen. Job 37:11-13 This is my comfort… Continue reading Whether for correction or for his land or for love…
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