Though you have made me see troubles, many and bitter, you will restore my life again; from the depths of the earth you will again bring me up. (Psalm 71:20). Sometimes life is hard. In case you hadn’t noticed. I’ve … Continue reading
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…God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. (Romans 5:8) It’s Valentine’s Day, right? OK, so let’s talk love. Forget the hearts and flowers. Forget the candy. OK, remember candy. … Continue reading
Your righteousness reaches to the skies, O God, you who have done great things. Who, O God, is like you? (Psalm 71:19). My name is Michael, in case you didn’t know. The name Michael means, “Who is like God?” Yeah, … Continue reading
Since my youth, O God, you have taught me, and to this day I declare your marvelous deeds. Even when I am old and gray, do not forsake me, O God, till I declare your power to the next generation, … Continue reading
My mouth will tell of your righteousness, of your salvation all day long, though I know not its measure. I will come and proclaim your mighty acts, O Sovereign Lord; I will proclaim your righteousness, yours alone. (Psalm 71:15-16). Do … Continue reading
For you have been my hope, O Sovereign Lord, my confidence since my youth (Psalm 71:5). Think about it. It doesn’t say, “You have given me hope.” Or “You give me reason to hope.” It says, “You have been my … Continue reading
Be my rock of refuge, to which I can always go; give the command to save me, for you are my rock and my fortress (Psalm 71:3). My hope is built on nothing less Than Jesus’ love and righteousness. I … Continue reading
I’m feeling Psalmy. Who else is feeling Psalmy? In you, O Lord, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame. Rescue me and deliver me in your righteousness; turn your ear to me and save me (Psalm … Continue reading
When Jesus had finished saying these things, the crowds were amazed at his teaching, because he taught as one who had authority, and not as their teachers of the law (Matthew 7:28-29). It’s like taking a lecture from the guy … Continue reading
The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell with a great crash (Matthew 7:27). It’s terrible when houses fall. It’s worse when lives fall. Don’t fall, Beloved. Happy Monday … Continue reading