But as for me, it is good to be near God (Psalm 73:28). Certain verses seem to sum up vast amounts of Scripture. This would be one of those verses. All of my hopes and plans and dreams and desires, … Continue reading
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Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever (Psalm 73:25-26). I’ve written, deleted, and … Continue reading
When I tried to understand all this, it was oppressive to me till I entered the sanctuary of God; then I understood their final destiny (Psalm 73:16-17). How often do you avoid God? Seriously. When I’m in the kind of … Continue reading
Surely in vain have I kept my heart pure; in vain have I washed my hands in innocence (Psalm 73:13). Did I mention that I really identify with the Psalmist on this one? When I’m in the kind of mood … Continue reading
Surely God is good to Israel, to those who are pure in heart. But as for me, my feet had almost slipped; I had nearly lost my foothold. For I envied the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the … Continue reading
Today is a day to sing. Sing this hymn we’ve been talking about all week. If you don’t know the tune, just say the words. Make it your prayer today, Beloved. Be Thou my vision, O Lord of my … Continue reading
High King of Heaven my victory won May I reach Heaven’s joy, O Bright Heaven’s Sun Heart of my own heart, whatever befall Still be my vision, O Ruler of all Someday. Someday this will all be over. A memory. … Continue reading
Riches I heed not, nor man’s empty praise Thou mine inheritance, now and always Thou and Thou only, first in my heart High King of Heaven my treasure Thou art I wish this were true of me. Oh, I don’t … Continue reading
Be Thou my wisdom and Thou my true word I ever with Thee, and Thou with me, Lord Thou my great Father; I thy true son Thou in me dwelling, and I with Thee one Whence cometh thy wisdom, Beloved? … Continue reading
*note: This is a bit different from my normal One-a-Days. For this week, I have chosen to focus on a hymn that has special meaning for me. It may not be Scripture, but I think it has much to teach … Continue reading