“The LORD is thy keeper: the LORD is thy shade upon thy right hand.” Psalm 121:5. Aloe plants are known for their resilience and adaptability. Although I do not have a “green thumb,” I enjoy caring for plants and flowers. On one occasion, a friend gave me a piece of aloe, which I placed in…
“And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?” Luke 6:46. I am so satisfied with my Savior. He means more to me than anything—anything that this world could ever offer me. These are beautiful lyrics from a familiar gospel hymn entitled ‘So Satisfied’ by Luther Barnes. The world offers many…
He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler.” (Psalm 91:4, KJV) When we place our faith and trust in God to protect and guide us along life’s journey, we will never be disappointed. The Psalmist uses the metaphor of an eagle…
“And Jesus said, Somebody hath touched me: for I perceive that virtue is gone out of me.” Luke 8:46 We find real Joy in truly knowing our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and the power of His resurrection. His comfort and peace bring hope and assurance when life, at its best, is chaotic. During those…
“We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed.” 2 Corinthians 4:8 For God’s children, giving up is not an option. Circumstances may become extremely challenging, and it appears as though we just cannot hang on any longer, but…
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1. It is quite easy to talk about peace, love, and happiness when life is going great, or when having mountain-top experiences. But way down deep in the valley of trials and tribulations, when things aren’t going so well or really hurt…
“Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.” Joshua 1:9. Joshua 1:9. During one of my regular walks in the neighborhood, I noticed something that caught my attention. A man was out with…
“And God opened her eyes, and she saw a well of water; and she went, and filled the bottle with water, and gave the lad drink.” (Genesis 21:19.) Wilderness is an uncultivated, uninhabited, and inhospitable region. There are times in life that we find ourselves in our own spiritual wilderness. Those circumstances that are out…
“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.” Psalm 23:4. “Blackface is a form of theatrical makeup used predominantly by non-black performers to portray a caricature of a black person. In the United…
“It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:23. Can you think of anyone among your family, friends, or even your most trusted colleagues who has never let you down, not even once? None of us are…
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