Psalm 16, 46, 76, 106, 136 The idea that God is our refuge came to clarity when listening to soldiers tell their stories about being caught in an enemy crossfire (Ps 16:1). When the bullets are flying from multiple directions, our instinct tells us to find cover, to disappear underneath something solid and bulletproof. ThisContinue reading “The Ten-Plus-Six’s”
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The Ten-Plus-Five’s
Psalm 15, 45, 75, 105, 135 Here is a recipe for godly living (Ps 15). Notice how many actions are connected to the description of someone who can be in God’s presence. Walk, do, speak, despise, honor, lends. There are both positive and negative things, do and don’t do things, on this list. Some thingsContinue reading “The Ten-Plus-Five’s”
The Ten-Plus-Four’s
Psalm 14, 44, 74, 104, 134 We have a lot of fools living in the world today. Psalm 14 starts by declaring the definition of a fool. Making the claim to know that the Creator of the Universe does not exist would mean the person making the statement would have to have all knowledge, beContinue reading “The Ten-Plus-Four’s”
The Ten-Plus-Three’s
Psalm 13, 43, 73, 103, 133 Have you noticed how many of these psalms express the feeling of impatience? “How long” seems to be a common cry of all ages. Psalm 13 expresses the feeling of being forgotten by the LORD, that the LORD is withholding His presence from the psalmist. Verse two speaks toContinue reading “The Ten-Plus-Three’s”
The Ten-Plus-Two’s
Psalm 12, 42, 72, 102, 132 Flattery can be toxic. When someone starts turning it on, I personally go into high-protection mode. Psalm 12 highlights this ancient form of manipulation (v4). When words, like political speech, is filled with half-truths and full lies, no one is safe. But the weak and defenseless are the mostContinue reading “The Ten-Plus-Two’s”
The Ten-Plus-One’s
Psalm 11, 41, 71, 101, 131 Has the LORD called you to do something that you feel you can’t do? In Psalm 11 the wicked are in ambush mode and the writer is being told to find refuge in the LORD. But I get the feeling that in order to get to the LORD’s safetyContinue reading “The Ten-Plus-One’s”
The Ten’s
Psalm 10, 40, 70, 100, 130 I don’t know about you, but sometimes I wonder why some people seem to get all the breaks in life (Ps 10:5). In those times it can seem as though the LORD is far away from you (v1). Arrogance and evil permeate our society more and more. According toContinue reading “The Ten’s”
The Nine’s
Psalm 9, 39, 69, 99, 129 When God seems to be judging our enemies, it can produce relief. I hear the beginnings of relief in Psalm 9. In verse 3, the enemies turn back, a very good sign in battle. The psalmist says they are destroyed and their name has been removed from future historyContinue reading “The Nine’s”
The Eight’s
Psalm 8, 38, 68, 98, 128 Psalm 8 calls us to reflect on the majesty of the LORD. Even children can see and marvel at His creation. I love to see the wonder in a child’s face as they learn about this great universe God created. They sparkle as the stars they are discovering do.Continue reading “The Eight’s”
The Seven’s
Psalm 7, 37, 67, 97, 127 Would you be willing to let your enemies be your judge, jury and executioner? The psalmist in Psalm 7 tells the LORD that if he has done evil, to let his enemies carry out judgment on him. He is so certain of his innocence that he is willing toContinue reading “The Seven’s”
The Arnold Journey 