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If you've read the Psalms, you've seen it: a strange little word, Selah, dropped at the end of a line, untranslated, unexplained. It appears more than seventy times in the Bible — and even scholars admit they aren't entirely sure what it means.The selah meaning is one of the Bible's...
The laws of the Lord are true; each one is fair. They are more desirable than gold, even the finest gold. Psalm 19:9-10 I've wondered how much gold God put o
Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world. Psalm 46:10 &nbs
For your reference, here’s an overview of the Psalms, noting where they’re quoted in the New Testament.
In the first three psalms, we discovered the rich diversity within the Psalter: A wisdom psalm promised blessing on those who walk in the Lord’s ways (Psalm 1). A royal psalm enthroned the Lord’s a…
Peggi Tustan
When you think of God, what comes to mind?Lord, you are my refuge. When I am weak, when I am afraid, when I am insecure, I run to you. You are my safe place.I share the deepest secrets of my heart with you.I share my most difficult struggles with you.I...
The Psalms has always been my book of prayer and the way I begin each day. The Jews referred to the book of Psalms as “The Book of Praises,” But, I didn’t k ...
When was the last time you had a day when you felt like something of you was coming apart? Unravelling. It had taken every effort to keep things together throughout the ordeal and now you are scrambling to work out how to put your brain and heart back in order.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. -Psalm 23:4, KJV You cannot go back. Time does not work that way. You cannot un-know what you now know. Knowledge does not work that … Continue reading "Can’t go back. Must move forward!"
Within Psalm 73, we see one of the most defined and biblical pictures of revival in the Word of God. The psalm sets before us the subject, the setting, and the substance of revival! In Psalm 73, we encounter a man named Asaph who moves from the slippery slopes of a divided heart to that…
The Psalmist made it plain why we should follow God’s instructions. In Psalm 119, He mentioned his regard for God’s decrees, regulations, and commands over
Via Valenzuela
When we are experiencing extreme grief, it sometimes seems like the darkness will never end. The anguish, sadness, and overpowering loss can take us completely. It is normal to question whether there is any hope during those times. Can one find light amidst this darkness?Seeking light in ScriptureThe Bible can...
Kathleen Orenza
“This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.”Psalm 118:24What if the secret to a life filled with joy lies in the moments we often overlook? Joyful living, an idea as old as time and as refreshing as a morning breeze, invites...
Kathleen Orenza
"You alone are enough. You have nothing to prove to anybody."-Maya Angelou-In those quiet times when self-doubt creeps in, you might wonder if you are truly good enough. The world often pushes us to achieve more, to be more. Yet, there's a simple, heartening truth that speaks to us gently:...
Via Valenzuela
Many have long found solace and strength in the Bible's Book of Psalms. These age-old hymns and prayers, composed by various authors, such as King David, express a spectrum of human feelings, from intense sadness to ecstatic happiness. They support us through the highs and lows of life, acting as...
I don’t want to wish ill on anyone. I don’t even like the idea of having enemies. Teachings like “love your enemies,” and “bless those who persecute you” ring in my head. You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray…
The images below go with a blog sent out today. Click on each to expand and read context. There is no political statement being made. There is however, spiritual statement being made. Note...
Tanja Tuovinen
Psalms 119:25 God’s Word can give life, and Jesus said, He came to give us life abundantly in John 10:10. God’s Word gives us strength: My soul is weary with sorrow; strengthen me according to your Word. Psalms 119:28 God’s Word is the strength that keeps us going forward, hopeful about the future, and praising Him. God’s Word guides us: Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path. You may need to know the next step to take in your life, know that God’s Word can guide you and Jesus, your Good Shepherd, is ready to lead you by the still waters and the green pastures.
No one likes suffering. We try to avoid it at all costs. This avoidance is seen through the existence of painkillers, recreational drug use, the mind-numbing effect of social media, and a host of other things we use to numb the pain that comes from living in a fall and sin-cursed world. Despite this attempt to flee suffering, it still finds us. Why can’t we hide from hurt?