7/17 Psalm 6:1-3
For the choir director: A psalm of David, to be accompanied by an eight-stringed instrument. O LORD, do not rebuke me in your anger or discipline me in your rage. Have compassion on me, LORD, for I am weak. Heal me, LORD, for my body is in agony. I am sick at heart. How long, O LORD, until you restore me?
RESTORATION
Restoration is available if we ask. Restoration comes when we are filled with Jesus and recognize that the Lord is willing but we often refuse. Do you see your obstinate actions? Are you burdened by your selfishness and foolishness? When you come to Jesus with a full awareness of your need and confess this to the Lord you will be restored with a full sense of awareness of His presence. The Lord never moved. We wobble, walk, run away and when confronted by our desperate situation need to journey back to Him.
Category - Devotionals
7/16 Psalm 5:9-12
My enemies cannot speak one truthful word. Their deepest desire is to destroy others. Their talk is foul, like the stench from an open grave. Their speech is filled with flattery. O God, declare them guilty. Let them be caught in their own traps. Drive them away because of their many sins, for they rebel against you. But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them sing joyful praises forever. Protect them, so all who love your name may be filled with joy. For you bless the godly, O LORD, surrounding them with your shield of love.
TRUTH
We live in truth when we follow Jesus. He is truth. He gives us the truth. His love for us is protective and encouraging. He forgives our sin. Christ carries us through the difficult days. Thank you Lord for what you do to and for us. Equip us to live now where we are with the full knowledge that our life is always in Your hand. Praise the Lord. Praise Him from my full heart.
7/15 Psalm 5:7-8
Because of your unfailing love, I can enter your house; with deepest awe I will worship at your Temple. Lead me in the right path, O LORD, or my enemies will conquer me. Tell me clearly what to do, and show me which way to turn.
GUIDANCE
Today Lord don’t let me get off course. Help me Lord to listen, to serve and to care for You. This is Your day Lord help me to share it.
7/14 Psalm 5:5-6
Therefore, the proud will not be allowed to stand in your presence, for you hate all who do evil. You will destroy those who tell lies. The LORD detests murderers and deceivers.
LOST
The lost stand apart from God, they are not in His family. The Lord is seeking the lost that they may be saved but there are people who have made a conscious decision, a choice, to oppose God. They are on a deadly journey that will end in their destruction. Stay close to the Lord and let Him guide and correct you.
7/13 Psalm 5:3-4
Listen to my voice in the morning, LORD. Each morning I bring my requests to you and wait expectantly. O God, you take no pleasure in wickedness; you cannot tolerate the slightest sin.
DAILY
Spend time with the Lord each day. Speak to Him. Listen to Him. Let the Lord direct your path. He is able to guide you in the way you should go.
7/12 Psalm 5:1-2
For the choir director: A psalm of David, to be accompanied by the flute. O LORD, hear me as I pray; pay attention to my groaning. Listen to my cry for help, my King and my God, for I will never pray to anyone but you.
LISTEN
Jesus gives us the Holy audacity to cry out to the Father, please listen Lord. The amazing thing is that the Lord will listen. What a promise. We have a Father who knows us and cares for us. The Lord wants to be involved in our life.
7/11 Psalm 4:7-8
You have given me greater joy than those who have abundant harvests of grain and wine. I will lie down in peace and sleep, for you alone, O LORD, will keep me safe.
SECURITY
Security is important for us to lead a normal life. The Lord gives us His security for now and into eternity. We belong to Him and He will not forsake us. Nothing surprises the Lord. Therefore, live in peace, His peace for the Lord is in control.
7/10 Psalm 4:5-6
Offer proper sacrifices, and trust in the LORD. Many people say, “Who will show us better times?” Let the smile of your face shine on us, LORD.
JOY
There is great joy in trusting the Lord. We know He knows all about us and that nothing that happens to us catches Him by surprise. Know the Lord for in our knowing Him we find great strength and great joy in our daily life. All else can fail but the Lord never fails.
7/09 Psalm 4:3-4
You can be sure of this: The LORD has set apart the godly for himself. The LORD will answer when I call to him. Don’t sin by letting anger gain control over you. Think about it overnight and remain silent. Interlude
ANGER
We should be careful about anger. We need to listen to the Lord and let Him handle situations that provoke us to anger. No matter the problem the Lord will not leave us at the mercy of the world. Our faith is critical to our building trust in the Lord. Trust will conquer our anger. Let the Lord control you.
7/08 Psalm 4:1-2
For the choir director: A psalm of David, to be accompanied by stringed instruments. Answer me when I call, O God who declares me innocent. Take away my distress. Have mercy on me and hear my prayer. How long will you people ruin my reputation? How long will you make these groundless accusations? How long will you pursue lies? Interlude
NEED
We need the Lord. Many times we cry out in the midst of our anguish. Do we really believe the Lord will respond? The Psalmist does. So do we. Remember the past times that the Lord has responded to your need. He will do it again. The Lord is faithful and He will not leave you in a lurch. Trust in the Lord.