Tag Archives: Grace

REJOICE…BECAUSE HE KNOWS! EVERYTHING!

There is something comforting about knowing that God knows everything. He knows about every challenge we face. He knows every tear we shed in sorrow or in happiness. He knows what we need before we need it, like a mom … Continue reading

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UP BEFORE THE SUN!

The Psalmist and I are up before the sun, praying to God who is King of kings and LORD of our lives. We are not perfect. We know that about ourselves. We also know that God knows us better than … Continue reading

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HELP ME SEE CLEARLY, LORD!

“Don’t leave me to the mercy of my enemies, for I have done what is just and right. Please guarantee a blessing for me. Don’t let those who are arrogant oppress me! My eyes strain to see your deliverance, to … Continue reading

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RETREAT!

The battle cry of the commander of warriors is sometimes, “RETREAT!” The commander brings his warriors in for rest, a pep talk, encouragement and more instruction that arms them for the next part of the continuing battle. That is the … Continue reading

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I CAN SEE!

I SEE THE LIGHT! “Your Word is a lamp for my feet and a light for my path. I’ve promised it once, and I’ll promise again: I will obey your wonderful law.” Psalm 119:105-106, NLT “By your words I can … Continue reading

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MORE THAN ENOUGH

“Oh, how I love your law! I think about it all day long. Your commands make me wiser than my enemies, for your commands are my constant guide.” “Yes, I have more insight than my teachers, for I am always … Continue reading

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LEAVE IT TO GOD!

It happens. No matter what you do in this world, you will be challenged by someone with a desire to criticize the work you are doing and bring you down, personally, in the process. The Psalmist prayer seems harsh, until … Continue reading

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BECAUSE I SAID SO!

This is a phrase that my mom (and probably her mom) said that I vowed never to say to my children. What can I say? NEVER say never. In frustration, after three children, it came out…boldly and with much feeling. … Continue reading

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ALL I WANT…

“Help me abandon my shameful ways; your laws are all I want in life. I long to obey your commandments! Renew my life with your goodness.” Psalm 119:39-40, NLT “Deflect the harsh words of my critics–but what you say is … Continue reading

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CLING TO YAHWEH!

“I grasp and cling to whatever you tell me; Yahweh, don’t let me down.” Psalm 119:31, Msg It’s not what you do or who you are…it’s what God does in us. The Psalmist knows that well. It’s always been that … Continue reading

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