The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ (1 Corinthians 15:56-57). Of all that he has done for us, … Continue reading
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I thank my God every time I remember you (Philippians 1:3). We all have them. You know, those people who are a pure blessing. The ones who bring undiluted joy to our lives. The very thought of them makes us … Continue reading
…give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Over the past several months, I have replaced both cars (going from no car payments to two car payments), the stove, and … Continue reading
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good. His love endures forever (Psalm 136:1). He doesn’t have to be. Good, I mean. Well, sure, I know that goodness and love are at the very root of God’s character, so … Continue reading
The voice of the Lord is over the waters; the God of glory thunders; the Lord thunders over the mighty waters. The voice of the Lord is powerful; the voice of the Lord is majestic… The voice of the Lord … Continue reading
Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me, and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. (Psalm 139:23-24) This psalm ends with a request. … Continue reading
If only you would slay the wicked, O God! Away from me, you bloodthirsty men! They speak of you with evil intent; your adversaries misuse your name. Do I not hate those who hate you, O Lord, and abhor those … Continue reading
How precious to me are your thoughts, God! How vast the sum of them! Were I to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand. When I awake, I am still with you. (Psalm 139:17-18). Can you imagine what … Continue reading
All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be (Psalm 139:16). Predestination…or free will? Look, Monday morning is not the time to get into a discussion that heavy. Let me just … Continue reading
For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; all your works are wonderful, I know that full well. (Psalm 139:13-14) You were made by … Continue reading