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We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure (Hebrews 6:19). Go with the flow. Drift with the tide. Float wherever the breeze may take you. Uh, no thanks. Ships that drift are not happy ships. … Continue reading
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Welcome to Hope Week! This week we focus on Hope, because… Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life (Proverbs 13:12). There’s a whole lot of sick hearts out there. We hope, we … Continue reading
…forever (Psalm 23:6). For all the tomorrows that will ever be Until the end of time and then past that So far in the future that all moments up to now will seem like a blip That’s forever. No, that’s … Continue reading
…and I will dwell in the house of the Lord… (Psalm 23:6). Don’t let this part go by too fast. I’ve read or heard this Psalm so many times that the end often goes by like movie credits. I see … Continue reading
Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life…(Psalm 23:6) I need to know that God is good. I need to know that God is merciful. I need to know that those qualities will always be … Continue reading
…my cup overflows(Psalm 23:5). Not just what I need. More Eversomuch more Overflowing abbondanza So, we’re clearly not talking about my bank account here. Instead, perhaps, we’re talking about greater things. Things like my heart My soul My spirit If … Continue reading
You anoint my head with oil… (Psalm 23:5). You will be the honored guest. In Bible times, the honored guest had oil poured on his head to signify the esteem in which he was held. Seems an odd way of … Continue reading
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies (Psalm 23:5). Picture it. The Lord of the Universe brings you to the table, and you realize that the party is for you! He seats you at his … Continue reading
your rod and your staff, they comfort me (Psalm 23:4). Because he is strong and bold and capable and the very personification of power I know that he can protect me. Because he is good and kind and merciful and … Continue reading
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me (Psalm 23:4). Through God doesn’t just take us to the Valley. He takes us through. And on the … Continue reading