“Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 3:13-14) Trying to put the past behind us can be a very difficult task. We tend to want to hold on to our baggage … Read more
19 Consider my enemies; they are numerous,and they hate me violently.20 Guard me and rescue me;do not let me be disgraced,for I take refuge in you.21 May integrity and what is rightwatch over me,for I wait for you. (Psalm 25:19-21 CSB) Sometimes it feels as if the world is against us. That there are more who wish us … Read more
16 Turn to me and be gracious to me,for I am alone and afflicted.17 The distresses of my heart increase;[a]bring me out of my sufferings.18 Consider my affliction and trouble,and forgive all my sins. (Psalm 25:16-18 CSB) When we go through times fo great distress it is easy to spiral down into depression and allow ourselves to wallow … Read more
14 The secret counsel of the Lordis for those who fear him,and he reveals his covenant to them.15 My eyes are always on the Lord,for he will pull my feet out of the net. (Psalm 25:14-15 CSB) I have written often of fear because it is one of those feelings that seems to be very pervasive in many … Read more
12 Who is this person who fears the Lord?He will show him the way he should choose.13 He will live a good life,and his descendants will inherit the land. (Psalm 25:12-13 CSB) We all want assurance and we have it in the way of our faith and salvation. But we may have to endure much while still … Read more