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Teach me your way, O Lord; lead me in a straight path because of my oppressors (Psalm 27:11). Sounds a little mercenary, if you ask me. Sounds like David wants to follow God in order to avoid getting smacked by … Continue reading
Category Archives: Psalm
Though my father and mother forsake me, the Lord will receive me (Psalm 27:10). You know, I just can’t imagine my mom turning me away. I can’t conceive of a situation in which I would go to her, lost and … Continue reading
Do not hide your face from me, do not turn your servant away in anger; you have been my helper. Do not reject me or forsake me, O God my Savior (Psalm 27:9). Because I know what I deserve. I … Continue reading
My heart says of you, “Seek his face!” Your face, Lord, I will seek (Psalm 27:8). It’s simple, really. Your heart knows. Be careful, Beloved. I don’t think David is talking about his emotions when he talks about his heart. … Continue reading
Hear my voice when I call, O Lord; be merciful to me and answer me (Psalm 27:7). You know what I like about David? He’s human. I mean, look at him. He just finished declaring that Almighty God will–not may, … Continue reading
Then my head will be exalted above the enemies who surround me; at his tabernacle will I sacrifice with shouts of joy; I will sing and make music to the Lord (Psalm 27:6). Sing Sing a song Sing out loud … Continue reading
For in the day of trouble he will keep me safe in his dwelling; he will hide me in the shelter of his tabernacle and set me high upon a rock (Psalm 27:5). Trouble’s coming. I don’t know when or … Continue reading
But the king will rejoice in God; all who swear by God’s name will praise him, while the mouths of liars will be silenced (Psalm 63:11). All will be as it should be. God’s people will praise him, and God’s … Continue reading
They who seek my life will be destroyed; they will go down to the depths of the earth (Psalm 63:9). OK, so Mafia death squads are probably not after you. Or, maybe they are…what do I know? Regardless of your … Continue reading
My soul clings to you; your right hand upholds me (Psalm 63:8). You’re on the ice for the first time. Your ankles are all wobbly. Your feet will not obey. Your legs are made of store-brand gelatin dessert. The world … Continue reading