by lighthouse | Mar 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 73:28 “But as for me, it is good to be near God. I have made the Sovereign Lord my refuge; I will tell of all your deeds.” The first sentence of this passage defines life for a Christian. Our psalmist doesn’t say–it’s good to have a substantial retirement account or it’s good to have a comfortable house, nice new car, eat out two times per week, or travel (you get the point). It is good first to be near God–all other blessings follow. How blessed we are.
by lighthouse | Mar 16, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 73:26 “My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” Physically and emotionally every person–even Christians–has/have stress. Ever since Adam and Eve fell the world became contaminated with difficulties. Fortunately, every Christion–including you and me–not only survive, but flourish because of our relationship with our loving Father. Without Him difficulties flourish, while with Him peace and security and comfort of heart are ours forever. Rest in His arms.
by lighthouse | Mar 13, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 72:18 “Praise be to the Lord God, the God of Israel, who alone does marvelous deeds. The true God is light years beyond your and my capability of comprehending, yet we have a relationship with Him which provides comfort and peace like no other security on this earth. In his psalms David constantly expressed this thought. There is no one like Him–there never has been and there never will be. How privileged we are to walk with Him every day of our lives. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Mar 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 73:24 “You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will take me into glory.” The statement of our Psalmist with his first 6 words of this verse is your and my constant prayer–God, please guide me. The second half of this verse then states the result of being guided by God–eternal life in Heaven. Is there a better personal prayer?
by lighthouse | Mar 9, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 71:24a “My tongue will tell of your righteous acts all day long…” Are you serious? All day long? People will judge me as crazy! Can’t I go bowling or golfing or talk with my friends or even walk the beach? Of course, God says.–He wants us to have a life of joy, using our talents and fulfilling our purpose. Bottom line–in our life of joy, using our talents, bowling, golfing or walking the beach—we ALWAYS represent our Savior AND what a privilege that is!
by lighthouse | Mar 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 71:19 “Your righteousness, God, reaches to the heavens, you who have done great things. Who is like you, God?” For you and me to recognize the uniqueness of God is to walk humbly with Him. To place God above, far above everything is to try and understand the oneness of the being of God and to humbly appreciate the love God has for each of us. What an honor it is to be called a child of God. To say or write that God is great is a total understatement. We have to say with our Psalmist–Who is like you, God? Nave a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Mar 5, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 71:18 “Even when I am old and gray, do not forsake me, my God, till I declare your power to the next generation, your mighty acts to all who are to come.” There is no such thing as retirement in God’s eyes. You and I are responsible to teach by words, life style and our entire being. Whether we realize it or not that is exactly what we do–either for the advancement or detriment of our children, grandchildren or great grandchildren. The mighty power of God is impossible to ignore and impossible not to praise throughout life to our dying day. To ignore this responsibility is just the opposite of what God expects of each of us.
by lighthouse | Mar 4, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 71:17 “Since my youth, God, you have taught me, and to this day I declare your marvelous deeds.” What a blessing many children experience when they are raised by Christian parents in a Christian home. How sad it is when children do not experience growing up in such an environment. David experienced the former and was extremely appreciative. It is the responsibility of all parents to teach and train their children the truths of God as they become parents. Praise God if you have been such a child or such a parent.
by lighthouse | Mar 3, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 71:16 “I will come and proclaim your mighty acts, Sovereign Lord; I will proclaim your righteous deeds, yours alone.” We as human beings have difficulty realizing the magnificence of God for a few reasons: 1. There is no one who comes within miles of His glory and abilities 2. No one has ever seen Him in His full glory 3. He is totally unlike any other being 4. He never changes 5. His love for us is so unique we do not understand how it can be 6. He wants you and me to live with Him eternally in a place called Heaven when we leave this earth. If anyone of you reading this short devotion can explain any of the above, please take over writing these devotional thoughts. You are not human.
by lighthouse | Mar 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 71:15 “My mouth will tell of your righteous deeds, of your saving acts all day long—-though I know not how to relate them all.” Many books–many authors–one theme–one purpose–absolute truth–no contradictions–written by inspiration–where God reveals Himself–written over centuries–half explains the life, death and resurrection of God/man named Jesus. That is the definition of phenomenal! And this Book contains all lessons to lead a very successful life. Wouldn’t it be foolish to not study this Book?
by lighthouse | Feb 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 71:14 “As for me, I will always have hope; I will praise you more and more.” Being sure with absolute confidence is a wonderful gift to be enjoyed by every faith filled follower of our One and Only True God. The world is full of gods, David knew that, Abraham knew that, Ruth knew that, all the disciples knew that (the list of believers is endless) and you and I know that. God has placed in our hearts the solid truth regarding Himself and His Word. All believers could not be more blessed. Praise God and thank God for our faith filled hearts. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Feb 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
Psalm 69:34 “Let heaven and earth praise him, the seas and all that move in them,” The Creator of the universe certainly deserves our praise. You and I cannot even create a speck of dust or a leaf on a tree or a drop of water from nothing, yet God created the entire universe out of nothing. We cannot comprehend the awesomeness of God. You and I, like our Psalmist, can only praise Him–praise Him even without being able to comprehend His glory. What a phenomenal God — and to think He loves us.
