Glory to God

Psalm 19:1 ‘Ascribe to the Lord, you heavenly beings, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength.” Can you and I do anything other than praise God for His majesty.  What a privilege it is that the Almighty God would even recognize us, much less, love and adopt us as His children and bring us to Himself eternally in Heaven.  We can never thank and praise Him enough!

A prayer with depth

Psalm 28:9 “Save your people and bless your inheritance; be their shepherd and carry them forever.” Just as you and I talk to our Heavenly Father, so David talked to God.  David never questioned the authority and power, yet the tenderness and love traits of His and our Almighty God.  David knew all his blessings and even his kingship were gifts.  Did David ever abuse his authority–yes.  Do you and I at times not realize the gifts we have are freely given us by our Savior—yes, unfortunately.  Praise God as He carries us in His arms as His dearly loved children.

Strength is ultra important

Psalm 28:8 “The Lord is the strength of his people, a fortress of salvation for his anointed one.” To be brave, to have a courageous mentality, to be secure in life, to have peace and comfort in our faith are all a result of our God and His love for each of us.  Is there anything more valuable?  Education, assets or anything of this world pales in comparison.  Thank God continually for the wonderful security He provides.

Praise our Lord

Psalm 28:7 “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me.  My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him.” David helps each of us as we define our attitude toward our God: strength, shield, trust, help, joy, praise.   When you and I combine all of these qualities we have a faithful Christian worshiping a faithful God.  We pray that God always gives us the solid strength of faith to never falter in weakness and to always be strong and steadfast.

Confidence

Psalm 27:13 ” I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living.” God is good.  God knows what is best.  When man’s sinfulness erupts he often blames God and therefore accuses God for the bad that happens in this world.  But, how can God be blamed for man’s imperfections?  God is love.  God is perfect.  All that is good is from God.  Thank you, God. Have a great weekend.

Difficulties

Psalm 27:5 “For in the day of trouble he will keep me safe in his dwelling; he will hide me in the shelter of his sacred tent and set me high upon a rock.” Whether you or I realize it or not, every faithful believer will experience two arenas of life–good times and not so good times.  At all times we are surrounded by the love and protection of our Heavenly Father.  The magnificence of God is our constant protection and security.  We have nothing to fear—how blessed we are.