Good Morning “Objects of Envy.”  Today we are in Psalm 117.  The shortest chapter in all of Scripture says so much!  “Praise the Lord, all you nations; extol him, all you peoples. For great is his love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever. Praise the Lord.”‭‭Psalms‬ ‭117‬:‭1‬-‭2‬ ‭NIV‬‬All you nations, all you peoples!  Yes praise the Lord there is a place for us “Gentiles”,...  Read More

Good Morning “Story Tellers.”  Today we are in Psalm 116.  What’s your story?  When were you “saved”, either physically or even more important spiritually?  Have you ever shared your testimony, your salvation story?  Shouldn’t we be proclaiming His name, His goodness, telling anyone who will listen about the one who snatched us from the pit through the Blood of Jesus?Here the Psalmist makes note o...  Read More

Good Morning “Not Idolators”.  Today we are in Psalm 115.  Sing with me… “Not to us, Lord, not to us but to your name be the glory, because of your love and faithfulness.” Psalms‬ ‭115‬:‭1‬‬Many have sung this song over the years.  I don’t know about you but the Chris Tomlin version of this song really sticks in my head.  Here the Psalmist speaks of those idols made with gold, and silver by human ...  Read More

Good Morning “Always Jesus Choosers”.  Today we are in Psalm 114.  When you think of sanctuary what do you think of?  Most of us may think of the place in our church where we worship God.  The Psalmist in today’s Psalm states “Judah became God’s sanctuary, Israel his dominion.” Psalms‬ ‭114‬:‭2‬ ‭NIV‬‬If we were talking about the place where we worship, why would Judah be declared Gods sanctuary? ...  Read More

Good Morning “Humbly Submitted, Constant Worshipers.”  Today we are in Psalm 113.  “The Lord is exalted over all the nations, his glory above the heavens. Who is like the Lord our God, the One who sits enthroned on high, who stoops down to look on the heavens and the earth?”‭‭Psalms‬ ‭113‬:‭4‬-‭6‬ ‭NIV‬‬He stoops down to look on the earth… where does that position us?  If He’s stopping down… shoul...  Read More

Good Morning “Living your best life”.  Today we are in Psalm 112I don’t know about you, but I know I want Gods blessing!  The God that holds it all, bestows it as He sees fit.  It’s not a secret - He tells us how to live “our best life.”“Praise the Lord. Blessed are those who fear the Lord, who find great delight in his commands.”‭‭Psalms‬ ‭112‬:‭1‬ ‭NIV‬‬Who are blessed?  Those who fear Him (reme...  Read More

Good Morning “God Fearers”.  Today we are in Psalm 111.  The Psalmist reminds us of Gods incredible works - they will not be forgotten.   Throughout Psalms we have seen many references to God and His care towards those who “fear Him”.  This Psalm is no different.Furthermore as the Psalmist ends this Psalm we are told that “Fear of the LORD (Yahweh) is the beginning of wisdom.”  Psalm 111:10It’s im...  Read More

Good Morning “Not Blind in Faith”Today we are in Psalm 110, another Psalm of David.  “The LORD says to my Lord…” vs 1.Wait… what?  So is David the small letter Lord?  Ummm, no read on… only ONE person ever met and meets the description of this Psalm!  Jesus is coming back!!! Just ask David!  Check it out… right from the start we know something is different about this Psalm.  David inspired by the ...  Read More

Good Morning “Poor in Spirit.”  Today we are in Psalm 109.“Blessed are the poor in spirit for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”  Matthew 5:3We are not clear here as to which of David’s enemies he speaks.  One thing is certain, the evil one is at work - working through his accusers and tormentors.  As I read I was reminded of Jesus and how Judas turned and Peter denied Him.  I was reminded of how w...  Read More

Good Morning “Always Praisers.”  Today we are in Psalm 108.  A Psalm of David… He begins by stating he is steadfast, he will sing and make music with all his soul to all the nations!  Then… a song recognizable to us today!  We’re still echoing David’s praises today!“My heart, O God, is steadfast; I will sing and make music with all my soul. Awake, harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn. I will prai...  Read More

Good Morning “His People Called by His Name.”  Today we are in Psalm 107.I ended yesterday’s devo with 2 Chronicles 7:14.  Today’s Psalm is a picture of what happens when His people called by his name humble themselves, pray, seek His face and turn from their wicked ways.This is a Psalm of thanks and praise for Gods incredible forgiveness, unfailing love and hand of blessing and a reminder to stay...  Read More

Good Morning “Phinehas’.”Today we are in Psalm 106.“Praise the Lord. Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” Psalms‬ ‭106‬:‭1‬ ‭NIV‬‬The Psalmist begins with praise, then quickly turns the tone to recounting some of the many times Israel turned, rebelled against God and sinned horribly.  How bad can it get?  “They sacrificed their sons and their daughters to false gods....  Read More