Tag Archives: The Cross

GRAB FOR THE INITIATIVE!

Matthew – Fulfilled When we are down, we ask, “Why doesn’t someone help us?” In those times of self pity brought on by a plethora of disappointment, we want our needs met for awhile. When we work hard, don’t get … Continue reading

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THE LAST SONG

Psalm 150 Here we are. We did it! We have spent the last few months (more than 150 days!) reading, studying, meditating, learning and trying to live the messages of the psalms, all 150 of them. It’s been a great … Continue reading

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BECAUSE I AM YOUR SERVANT

Psalms for the Journey I have been in and out of self induced messes my whole life, but I always knew Who to run to for forgiveness first. I am grateful for knowing this, for being taught to stop and … Continue reading

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REMEMBER…

Psalms of Honesty and Truth Right now, at this moment, I am remembering many past Christmases with our family. I remember gatherings with extended family, all gathered around my grandparents, trees. As we get older, the memories get better because … Continue reading

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UNFAILING LOVE OF GOD

Psalms of Honesty and Truth “Truly He taught us to love one another, His law is love and His gospel is peace…” we sing with tears in our eyes for we know God’s love never fails, never gives up on … Continue reading

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DIVERT MY EYES FROM TOYS

Psalms of Honesty and Truth It’s almost Christmas! Trees are up, sugary treats that we don’t eat anytime but this time are being made and consumed. Sugar highs and lows are being experienced by the younger ones. Excitement fills the … Continue reading

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HEART READY, TRUSTING IN GOD!

Psalms of Honesty and Truth The Christmas sermons speak of it, songs of The Birth of our Savior get close to it, but the kindness and graciousness of others shows it. What is “it”? It is a heart that is … Continue reading

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MY THEME SONG

Psalms of Honesty and Praise There is a song by Casting Crowns that touches my heart with praise for the One and Only who is everything to me. Part of the lyrics… Empty hands held high Such small sacrifice Now … Continue reading

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ONE HUNDRED DAYS OF PRAISE!

Psalms of Honesty and Praise Psalm 100, The Message A Thanksgiving Psalm 1-2 On your feet now—applaud God! Bring a gift of laughter, sing yourselves into his presence. 3 Know this: God is God, and God, God. He made us; … Continue reading

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VICTORY AND PEACE

Psalms of Honesty and Truth We all have “those days” when everything seems to go wrong and when everyone’s criticisms and lies about us cut deeply into our being. We take all things too personally. Believe me, I know. I … Continue reading

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