Because the Psalmist so often gives words to my own heart’s experience, I read the verses as if they were mine, to personalize them. Or as we like to say, “take them to heart.” The following is what that looks like for Psalm 116 — …
Cravings are a daily challenge in my life, like the craving for dark chocolate. I have to manage that one, and a few others, so I can keep re-losing the same five pounds that are my old “frenemies.” After the Lord helped me quit smoking …
Okay, on to Verse 2 of Psalm 84! My soul longed and even yearned for the courts of the Lord; My heart and my flesh sing for joy to the living God. Psalms 84:2 NASB At first glance a simple little verse, but ponder it …
I want to share a sample of the rich food I receive each morning from reading five Psalms and one Proverb. For instance, on the 24th of the month, I read Psalm 116 through Psalm 120, and Proverbs 24. On that day, I am reminded of …
