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Christian Devotional – November 24, 2020
Blessed is the Word, ג Open my eyes. There are so many things that God’s Word can show us, but we have to be open to them. Read Psalm 119:17-24. Be good to your servant while I live, that I may obey your word. Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law. I am a stranger on earth; do not hide your commands from me. My soul is consumed with longing for your laws at all times. You rebuke the arrogant, who are accursed, those who stray from your commands. Remove from me their scorn and contempt, for I keep your statutes. Though rulers sit together…
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Christian Devotional – November 23, 2020
Blessed is the Word, ב How much do we love the word of God? As we continue in the next 8 verses through Psalm 119, we see just how much we should love and treasure God’s word. Read Psalm 119:9-16. How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word. I seek you with all my heart; do not let me stray from your commands. I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. Praise be to you, Lord ; teach me your decrees. With my lips I recount all the laws that come from your mouth.…
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Christian Devotional – November 22, 2020
Blessed is the Word, א Psalm 119 is such a beautiful chapter all about the Word of God. Each 8 verse section starts with a different letter of the Hebrew alphabet. Read Psalm 119:1-8. Blessed are those whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the Lord . Blessed are those who keep his statutes and seek him with all their heart— they do no wrong but follow his ways. You have laid down precepts that are to be fully obeyed. Oh, that my ways were steadfast in obeying your decrees! Then I would not be put to shame when I consider all your commands. I will…
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Christian Devotional – September 18, 2018
Why should we praise God? Psalm 150 lists several reasons. Praise Him for His mighty deeds; Praise Him according to His excellent greatness. Psalms 150:2 NASB https://bible.com/bible/100/psa.150.2.NASB This verse seems to really sum up the reasons to praise God. First, we should praise Him for what he does. His mighty deeds are truly amazing for all that God does is phenomenal. Second, we should praise him for who he is. The character of God is perfect and wonderful. All that he does is a reflection of who he is. We should feel thankful and grateful praising him for who he is. Are we praising God today?
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Christian Devotional – September 17, 2018
Do anyone love me? We’ve all thought that before and we have all wondered what God truly thinks of us. Go loves us and seecwhat He says in Psalm 149. For the Lord takes pleasure in His people; He will beautify the afflicted ones with salvation. Psalms 149:4 NASB https://bible.com/bible/100/psa.149.4.NASB God takes pleasure in us and He will beautify us as we turn to Him. We have all wanted to be loved and considered beautiful by someone. And, we have all wondered what God thinks. Well, here it is. God desires us and He finds pleasure in us. The question then becomes, do we find pleasure in Him?
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Christian Devotional – September 16, 2018
God is worthy of praise. Most of us would agree with that statement. However, the statement that God is worthy of praise alone is often more difficult for us. Read Psalm 148. Let them praise the name of the Lord , For His name alone is exalted; His glory is above earth and heaven. Psalms 148:13 NASB https://bible.com/bible/100/psa.148.13.NASB We often acknowledge that God is worthy of praise, but then we like to add ourselves in as well and receive praise, too. But, we are not worthy of praise, only God. The rest of creation recognizes that He is worthy of praise and gives it and then gets out of the…
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Christian Devotional – September 15, 2018
Do you praise God? Whether it’s singing or praying or just talking to Him, you can praise God. See what the psalmist says in Psalm 147. Praise the Lord ! For it is good to sing praises to our God; For it is pleasant and praise is becoming. Psalms 147:1 NASB https://bible.com/bible/100/psa.147.1.NASB God deserves our praise, but praising God is not just for His benefit, but also for ours. Praising God is for our own good as well. Do we know where our praise belongs? Do we spend time praising God?
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Christian Devotional – September 13, 2018
Need some encouragement? Check out this passage from Psalm 146. The Lord opens the eyes of the blind; The Lord raises up those who are bowed down; The Lord loves the righteous; Psalms 146:8 NASB https://bible.com/bible/100/psa.146.8.NASB The Lord is there for those who seek Him. He does not forget about us and He doesn’t ignore us. He gives us exactly what we need when we need it. Don’t lose hope. God knows your needs and is working to bring about His glory through you!
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Christian Devotional – September 12, 2018
How would others describe you? If asked about how you relate to others or how you impact others, what would they say? See how the psalmist describes God in Psalm 145. The Lord is gracious and merciful; Slow to anger and great in lovingkindness. Psalms 145:8 NASB https://bible.com/bible/100/psa.145.8.NASB If we are to be like the Lord, these words should also describe us. God his gracious and merciful and He is slow to anger and great in lovingkindness. As we grow to become more like Him everyday, would others describe us as gracious and merciful? Do others see us as slow to anger and great in lovingkindness? If these do not…
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Christian Devotional – September 11, 2018
Do you know what you are worth? Many people have either an over-inflated sense of self importance, or they don’t think they are worth anything. Interestingly, the right answer is found in the middle. Read Psalm 144 and see the question below. O Lord , what is man, that You take knowledge of him? Or the son of man, that You think of him? Psalms 144:3 NASB https://bible.com/bible/100/psa.144.3.NASB This question is a great reminder of the balance. We are not the center of the universe and we need to remember that. I we are asking this question, then we recognize that God is greater and more amazing than we are.…