Ps 30:1 I will exalt you, LORD, for you lifted me out of the depths and did not let my enemies gloat over me. Do you know someone who has a hard time taking an accurate assessment of themselves? Everyone else seems to be able to see their shortcomings, but they are oblivious to them.Continue reading “Honest Confession”
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Human Authority
Psalm 29: 1-2 Ascribe to the LORD, you heavenly beings, ascribe to the LORD glory and strength. 2 Ascribe to the LORD the glory due his name; worship the LORD in the splendor of his holiness. Sometimes we think that we are in charge! We think we have control over situations, that we can just wishContinue reading “Human Authority”
Having a Full Mind
Psalms 26:2-3 Test me, LORD, and try me, examine my heart and my mind; for I have always been mindful of your unfailing love and have lived in reliance on your faithfulness. During WWII, prisoners of the Germans were forced to labor in camps, often supporting the war effort. Their lives meant little to theirContinue reading “Having a Full Mind”
Three Messages
Psalm 19:10 They are more precious than gold, than much pure gold; they are sweeter than honey, than honey from the honeycomb. For some people, emotions are messy and are to be avoided. There are even whole denominations for whom emotions are to be downplayed, especially in a corporate worship setting. Those messy emotions canContinue reading “Three Messages”
Rules for Life?
Psalm 15:1 LORD, who may dwell in your sacred tent? Who may live on your holy mountain? I am not the stereotypical man. I like the directions that come with things that need to be assembled. But I probably don’t like them for the obvious reason you are thinking. It isn’t because they help meContinue reading “Rules for Life?”
Vengeance
Psalm 5:10 Declare them guilty, O God! Let their intrigues be their downfall. Banish them for their many sins, for they have rebelled against you. Don’t you just want to get even sometimes? Maybe just a little bit, for a brief moment? Well, I know I do. Sometimes I just want justice to happenContinue reading “Vengeance”
Affliction – Psalm 116:10
Psalm 116:10 I trusted in the LORD when I said, “I am greatly afflicted”; Some people create a fantasy world in which they try to live. Here in Florida we have multiple theme parks that give people the opportunity to live for a short while in a fantasy world, where money is no object andContinue reading “Affliction – Psalm 116:10”
Honest Words – Psalm 109:6-12
Psalm 109: 6-126 Appoint someone evil to oppose my enemy;let an accuser stand at his right hand.7 When he is tried, let him be found guilty,and may his prayers condemn him.8 May his days be few;may another take his place of leadership.9 May his children be fatherlessand his wife a widow.10 May his children be wandering beggars;may they be drivenContinue reading “Honest Words – Psalm 109:6-12”
Psalm 106:43 – God’s Action
Psalm 106:43 43 Many times he delivered them, but they were bent on rebellion and they wasted away in their sin. The history of humanity is a history of rebellion. History is told by its battles, wars, famines, disasters, coups, and uprisings. It is told from the perspective of the winners. Those who are at theContinue reading “Psalm 106:43 – God’s Action”
Firm Against the Waves – Psalm 93:1
Psalm 93:1 The LORD reigns, he is robed in majesty; the LORD is robed in majesty and armed with strength; indeed, the world is established, firm and secure. One of the scariest moments in my life happened on my Dad’s sailboat. What made it terrifying was the look on my Dad’s face. He was afraid!Continue reading “Firm Against the Waves – Psalm 93:1”
The Arnold Journey 