by lighthouse | Jul 23, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 115:4&8 “But their idols are silver and gold, made by human hands. Those who make them will be like them, and so will all who trust in them.” Have you ever seen a bear carving? I have 2 of them in my driveway. We don’t live in fear of being attacked because they are simply wood carvings. They only have value as they entertain our grandchildren, children and my wife and me. They have ears but can’t hear. They have eyes but can’t see. They have mouths but can’t make a sound. They have feet but can’t walk. I can’t imagine trying to fool myself or others and kneeling before them and worshipping them. How sad for those who do.
by lighthouse | Jul 22, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 115:1 “Not to us, Lord, not to us, but to your name be the glory, because of your love and faithfulness.” I have developed a portfolio few attain. I eat nutritionally and work out so I am in very good shape. I am a good contributor to charities and am recognized as being generous. I volunteer for various events, so that’s fulfilling my civic responsibilities. Do you see the outstanding mistaken thinking? “I” dominates. Humility is lacking. Credit is going to the wrong party. You and I have to reread this passage and appreciate our magnificent Lord. Thanks and praise be to God!
by lighthouse | Jul 21, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 119:5 “Who is like the Lord our God, the One who sits enthroned on high?” This is the most rhetorical known to man. The answer is so obvious there is no need for an answer. Our Psalmist writes praising God because His might and majesty is far beyond even our comprehension. Why would God love you and me? Another true statement beyond our comprehension. Accept it. Live it. We thank Him with all our heart.
by lighthouse | Jul 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 113:3 “From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets, the name of the Lord is to be praised.” When you and I consider how blessed we are, how can we not praise God all day every day? Does this statement hold true in sickness and in health?-in life and in death?–in good times and in bad? Our Psalmist does not distinguish whatever emotional setting we are in. God’s love never fails–that is the definition of faith. We pray for such a strong faith.
by lighthouse | Jul 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 113:1 “Praise the Lord. Praise the Lord, you his servants; praise the name of the Lord.” Of the 15 words of this passage 12 express the thought: Praise the Lord. The other 3 words refer to you and me.Is there any possibility God is telling us to have Him on our minds 80% of the time and think of ourselves, as His faithful, adopted, loved children 20% of the time? Or is God telling us to involve our Almighty God in our lives 100% of the time as we are blessed by Him 100% of the time as we live life?You decide. Have a great weekend.
