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And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, (Isaiah 9:6) There can be a lot in a name. My name is Michael, which means, “Who is like God?” I like that—it’s a constant reminder of the answer…Nobody. When I begin to … Continue reading
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…and the government will be on his shoulders. (Isaiah 9:6) Here’s the thing with governments—they’re generally made up of people. And, well, I hate to tell you this, but people tend toward selfishness and greed. I think just heard a … Continue reading
I’m taking a little vacation this week. Family time and all that good stuff. I hope you don’t mind if I repeat these posts from Christmas past. If you do mind, I hope you get over it rapidly. Blessings, Beloved … Continue reading
May integrity and uprightness protect me, for my hope, Lord, is in you (Psalm 25:21). Pssssssst– He’s talking about God’s integrity and God’s uprightness. Because if we were relying on our own integrity and uprightness to protect us…well… some thoughts … Continue reading
Guard my life and rescue me; do not let me be put to shame, for I take refuge in you (Psalm 25:20). Why? Because I work so hard? nope Because I know so much? huh uh Because I give my … Continue reading
See how my enemies have increased and how fiercely they hate me! (Psalm 25:19). OK, so I don’t literally have people out to kill me. To the best of my knowledge Still, there are days when finances and job stress … Continue reading
Look upon my affliction and my distress and take away all my sins (Psalm 25:18). I don’t think I’ve ever really read this verse before. I mean, I’ve read over it, but… David is alone and afraid and hurt and … Continue reading
Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted. The troubles of my heart have multiplied; free me from my anguish (Psalm 25:16-17). It’s the most wonderful time of the year! It’s a time of … Continue reading
My eyes are ever on the Lord, for only he will release my feet from the snare (Psalm 25:15). You are trapped hurt alone. It doesn’t matter whether the Hunter has trapped you or you have put yourself here–you’re doomed. … Continue reading
The Lord confides in those who fear him; he makes his covenant known to them (Psalm 25:14). You know. Wow. You know the story–beginning to end, Alpha to Omega, you know how it all turns out. You know the secret … Continue reading