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How to cultivate a meaningful conversation with the Lord - by Nancy GuthrieSuperficial Prayer vs. Significant Prayer:I've often found myself slipping into superficial mode in my prayers for Matt—asking God to keep him safe or to bless his day at school. But I really don't want to settle for those things. So my prayers have moved from the superficial to the significant. I'm asking God to shape

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Message from Daily Encounter:"The men of Israel sampled their provisions but did not inquire of the Lord." - Joshua 9:14 (NIV).After the days of Moses when the armies of Israel, led by Joshua, were conquering the Promised Land marked out for them by God, the surrounding kings and nations were understandably terrified. This was because God was with the Israelites giving them great victories

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Ephesians 3:14-21 “My thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways My ways,” says the Lord. —Isaiah 55:8Reflection of B:I have been busy doing my own internet research on the things I want to do and how to go about doing them. Through it, I realized that there are still many things that I don't understand and that I need to embark on a course of study again. I was contemplating between a MBA

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Deuteronomy 32:7-12 As an eagle stirs up its nest, hovers over its young, spreading out its wings, . . . so the Lord alone led [Jacob]. —Deuteronomy 32:11-12Reflection of B:"Moses used eagle imagery to describe God. As eagles carry their young, God carries His people (Deut. 32:11-12). Despite how it may seem, the Lord “is not far from each one of us” (Acts 17:27). This is true even

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1"Be careful not to do your 'acts of righteousness' before men, to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven.2"So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honored by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. 3But when you give to the needy, do not

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I attended our Ladies Fellowship today. One particular phrase that stood out was the word, "come to the well", mentioned by the speaker."Well" is associated with water, life and the Holy Spirit. The speaker said that we, ladies, need to come to the well of Jesus Christ to drink of His water, which could quench our thirst forever.Yes, I must admit that ever since I stopped doing devotion together

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I came across an interesting article today with the following excerpt:, which I think is the solution to my friend's problem. I hope he would ponder over the article....Proverbs 18:21 in the New Living Translation says: "Those who love to talk will experience the consequences, for the tongue can kill or nourish life."The devil's words have no power....until he gets you to agree with them.That's

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Reading what a friend blogged recently made me realized that I am no longer being the 'salt' in his life.Why? Unknowingly, I have not been updating this blog for exactly 4 months since my last update.How have I been? No problem.... and that's the problem. When I have 'no problem' I stopped reflecting, stopped sharing my feelings and thoughts, stopped letting God's word speak to me, no more

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1 The wisest of women builds up her home,but a stupid one tears it down with her own hands.2 Whoever lives right fears the Lord,but a person who is devious in his ways despises him.Prov 14:1-2 (GW)10 The heart knows its own bitterness,and no stranger can share its joy.11 The houses of wicked people will be destroyed,but the tents of decent people will continue to expand.12 There is a way that

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20 Whoever walks with wise people will be wise,but whoever associates with fools will suffer.Prov 13:20 (GW)Reflection of B:We become who we are with regularly. If we are with the wise and the sensible people who takes discipline we will be like them. But if we are with the fools who live ungodly life we will be just be like them too, unless there is a special mission or calling from God to go

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1 Whoever loves discipline loves to learn,but whoever hates correction is a dumb animal.2 A good person obtains favor from the Lord,but the Lord condemns everyone who schemes.3 A person cannot stand firm on a foundation of wickedness,and the roots of righteous people cannot be moved.4 A wife with strength of character is the crown of her husband,but the wife who disgraces him is like bone

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12 Hate starts quarrels,but love covers every wrong.13 Wisdom is found on the lips of a person who has understanding,but a rod is for the back of one without sense.14 Those who are wise store up knowledge,but the mouth of a stubborn fool invites ruin.Prov 10:12-14 (GW)30 The fruit of a righteous person is a tree of life,and a winner of souls is wise.Prov 11:30 (GW)Reflection of B:What someone did

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6 Stop being gullible and live.Start traveling the road to understanding.”Prov 9:6 (GW)7 Whoever corrects a mocker receives abuse.Whoever warns a wicked person gets hurt.8 Do not warn a mocker, or he will hate you.Warn a wise person, and he will love you.9 Give {advice} to a wise person,and he will become even wiser.Teach a righteous person,and he will learn more.10 The fear of the Lord is the

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12 “I, Wisdom, live with insight,and I acquire knowledge and foresight.13 To fear the Lord is to hate evil.I hate pride, arrogance, evil behavior, and twisted speech.14 Advice and priceless wisdom are mine.I, Understanding, have strength.Prov 8:12-14 (GW)17 I love those who love me.Those eagerly looking for me will find me.Prov 8:17 (GW)32 “Now, sons, listen to me.Blessed are those who follow my

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6 Consider the ant, you lazy bum.Watch its ways, and become wise.7 Although it has no overseer, officer, or ruler,8 in summertime it stores its food supply.At harvest time it gathers its food.Prov 6:6-8 (GW)16 There are six things that the Lord hates,even seven that are disgusting to him:17 arrogant eyes,a lying tongue,hands that kill innocent people,18 a mind devising wicked plans,feet that are

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18 Let your own fountain be blessed,and enjoy the girl you married when you were young,Prov 5:18 (GW)21 Each person's ways are clearly seen by the Lord,and he surveys all his actions.22 A wicked person will be trapped by his own wrongs,and he will be caught in the ropes of his own sin.Prov 5:21-22 (GW)Reflection of B:Wisdom tells us that we should enjoy the one we married and not set our heart on

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23 Guard your heart more than anything else,because the source of your life flows from it.24 Remove dishonesty from your mouth.Put deceptive speech far away from your lips.Prov 4:23-24 (GW)Reflection of B:How is my heart now? Thoughts about some pasts today somehow troubled my serene heart. Melancholy set in.The above verses reminded me that I must guard my heart above all so that it will not

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1 My son,if you take my words {to heart}and treasure my commands within you,Prov 2:1 (GW)6 The Lord gives wisdom.From his mouth come knowledge and understanding.7 He has reserved priceless wisdom for decent people.He is a shield for those who walk in integrity8 in order to guard those on paths of justiceand to watch over the way of his godly ones.9 Then you will understand what is right and just

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1 The proverbs of Solomon, David's son who was king of Israel, {given}2 to grasp wisdom and discipline,to understand deep thoughts,3 to acquire the discipline of wise behavior—righteousness and justice and fairness—4 to give insight to gullible people,to give knowledge and foresight to the young—5 a wise person will listen and continue to learn,and an understanding person will gain direction—6 to

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Surprised by Richard's email recently:> I notice you haven't posted a daily meditation in a while.> I know I never visited frequently, but sometimes I found> something of interest or inspiration.My reply:> No. I am still doing it almost daily, as I am following the Bible Reading> schedule found in the Bible Explorer (BE). I record all my thoughts in the> document in the BE after each reading. I

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26 Give thanks to the God of heavenbecause his mercy endures forever.Psalms 136:26 (GW)1 By the rivers of Babylon, we sat down and criedas we remembered Zion.Psalms 137:1 (GW)Reflection of B:In Psalms 136, the phrase "because his mercy endures forever" repeated 26 times. They remind us that God's mercy never ends even though very often we make Him sad. He will always forgive us when we turn to

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15 The idols of the nations are made of silver and gold.They were made by human hands.16 They have mouths, but they cannot speak.They have eyes, but they cannot see.17 They have ears, but they cannot hear.They cannot breathe.18 Those who make idols end up like them.So does everyone who trusts them.Psalms 135:15-18 (GW)Reflection of B:Idols, be they objects or humans, will make the makers like

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1 A song for going up to worship.Praise the Lord, all you servants of the Lord,all who stand in the house of the Lord night after night.2 Lift your hands toward the holy place, and praise the Lord.3 May the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth, bless you from Zion.Psalms 134:1-3 (GW)Reflection of B:Dear Lord,How is it like to stay in Your house day and night? It should be such a joyful moment

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1 A song by David for going up to worship.See how good and pleasant it iswhen brothers and sisters live together in harmony!2 It is like fine, scented oil on the head,running down the beard—down Aaron's beard—running over the collar of his robes.3 It is like dew on {Mount} Hermon,dew which comes down on Zion's mountains.That is where the Lord promisedthe blessing of eternal life.Psalms 133:1-3 (

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1 A song by David for going up to worship.O Lord, my heart is not conceited.My eyes do not look down on others.I am not involved in things too big or too difficult for me.2 Instead, I have kept my soul calm and quiet.My soul is content as a weaned child is content in its mother's arms.3 Israel, put your hope in the Lord now and forever.Psalms 131:1-3 (GW)Reflection of B:This Psalm is one of the

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3 O Lord, who would be able to standif you kept a record of sins?4 But with you there is forgivenessso that you can be feared.Psalms 130:3-4 (GW)Reflection of B:Yes, with God there is always forgiveness, unlike with mankind. I was shocked that even certain Pastors I know keep record of 'sins' and harbour unforgiveness, when the 'unforgiven' may not even have done anything wrong. We need God to

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1 A song for going up to worship.Blessed are all who fear the Lordand live his way.2 You will certainly eat what your own hands have provided.Blessings to you!May things go well for you!3 Your wife will be like a fruitful vine inside your home.Your children will be like young olive trees around your table.4 This is how the Lord will bless the person who fears him.5 May the Lord bless you from

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1 A song by Solomon for going up to worship.If the Lord does not build the house,it is useless for the builders to work on it.If the Lord does not protect a city,it is useless for the guard to stay alert.2 It is useless to work hard for the food you eatby getting up early and going to bed late.The Lord gives {food} to those he loves while they sleep.Psalms 127:1-2 (GW)Reflection of B:Tonight's

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3 The Lord has done spectacular things for us.We are overjoyed.4 Restore our fortunes, O Lord,as you restore streams {to dry riverbeds} in the Negev.5 Those who cry while they plantwill joyfully sing while they harvest.6 The person who goes out weeping, carrying his bag of seed,will come home singing, carrying his bundles of grain.Psalms 126:3-6 (GW)Reflection of B:The above Psalm, though short (

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2 “If the Lord had not been on our side when people attacked us,3 then they would have swallowed us alivewhen their anger exploded against us.4 Then the floodwaters would have swept us away.An {overflowing} stream would have washed us away.5 Then raging water would have washed us away.”Psalms 124:2-5 (GW)1 A song for going up to worship.Those who trust the Lord are like Mount Zion,which can

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1 A song for going up to worship.I look up to you,to the one who sits enthroned in heaven.2 As servants depend on their masters,as a maid depends on her mistress,so we depend on the Lord our Goduntil he has pity on us.3 Have pity on us, O Lord.Have pity on usbecause we have suffered more than our share of contempt.4 We have suffered more than our share of ridiculefrom those who are carefree.We

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1 A song by David for going up to worship.I was glad when they said to me,“Let's go to the house of the Lord.”Psalms 122:1 (GW)Reflection of B:I like this verse, for it speaks of my feeling whenever I prepare myself to go to Church every Sunday. Since the day I started going to Church at a young age, I always look forward to going there. I feel God's peace and joy whenever I enter into His

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1 A song for going up to worship.When I was in trouble, I cried out to the Lord,and he answered me.Psalms 120:1 (GW)1 A song for going up to worship.I look up toward the mountains.Where can I find help?2 My help comes from the Lord,the maker of heaven and earth.3 He will not let you fall.Your guardian will not fall asleep.4 Indeed, the Guardian of Israel never rests or sleeps.5 The Lord is your

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9 How can a young person keep his life pure?{He can do it} by holding on to your word.10 I wholeheartedly searched for you.Do not let me wander away from your commandments.11 I have treasured your promise in my heartso that I may not sin against you.Psalms 119:9-11 (GW)18 Uncover my eyesso that I may see the miraculous things in your teachings.19 I am a foreigner in this world.Do not hide your

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9 It is better to depend on the Lordthan to trust influential people.Psalms 118:9 (GW)24 This is the day the Lord has made.Let's rejoice and be glad today!Psalms 118:24 (GW)Reflection of B:The world talks about networking and relying on influential people we know. Yet we learn today that it is better to rely on God. For only He can make us rejoice and be glad. I feel that I am a happier person

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1 Praise the Lord, all you nations!Praise him, all you people of the world!2 His mercy toward us is powerful.The Lord's faithfulness endures forever.Hallelujah!Psalms 117:1-2 (GW)Reflection of B:This is the shortest Psalm... only 2 verses. We are told to praise God for His mercy and faithfulness. Hallelujah!Dear Lord,Let me sing praises to You everyday, for Your mercy and faithfulness never

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3 Our God is in heaven.He does whatever he wants.4 Their idols are made of silver and gold.They were made by human hands.5 They have mouths, but they cannot speak.They have eyes, but they cannot see.6 They have ears, but they cannot hear.They have noses, but they cannot smell.7 They have hands, but they cannot feel.They have feet, but they cannot walk.They cannot {even} make a sound with their

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7 Earth, tremble in the presence of the Lord,in the presence of the God of Jacob.8 He turns a rock into a pool filled with waterand turns flint into a spring flowing with water.Psalms 114:7-8 (GW)Reflection of B:This Psalms is so short... only 8 verses. Yet the message is clear, that God can change anything bad into good, or dryness into pool of water. In His presence all creatures must surrender

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9 He makes a woman who is in a childless homea joyful mother.Psalms 113:9 (GW)Reflection of B:Only God can make us fruitful in all we do. We need to commit all our doings, be in at work, in the church, or personal plans to God. Otherwise, all our works will become fruitless.Dear Lord,Thank You that in You I can be fruitful. I pray and commit all the things I do to Your hand now. May You bless

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10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.Good sense is shown by everyone who follows {God's guiding principles}.His praise continues forever.Psalms 111:10 (GW)1 Hallelujah!Blessed is the person who fears the Lordand is happy to obey his commands.2 His descendants will grow strong on the earth.The family of a decent person will be blessed.3 Wealth and riches will be in his home.His

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1 A psalm by David.The Lord said to my Lord,“Sit in the highest position in heavenuntil I make your enemies your footstool.”2 The Lord will extend your powerful scepter from Zion.Rule your enemies who surround you.Psalms 110:1-2 (GW)Reflection of B:According to the Lord Jesus and the other NT writers this is a Psalm of David which he uttered in relation to Christ’s ascension into heavenly glory:

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1 For the choir director; a psalm by David.O God, whom I praise, do not turn a deaf ear to me.2 Wicked and deceitful people have opened their mouths against me.They speak against me with lying tongues.3 They surround me with hateful words.They fight against me for no reason.4 In return for my love, they accuse me,but I pray for them.5 They reward me with evil instead of goodand with hatred

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31 Let them give thanks to the Lord because of his mercy.He performed his miracles for Adam's descendants.32 Let them glorify him when the people are gathered for worship.Let them praise him in the company of respected leaders.Psalms 107:31-32 (GW)12 Give us help against the enemybecause human assistance is worthless.13 With God we will display great strength.He will trample our enemies.Psalms

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39 They became filthy because of what they did.They behaved like prostitutes.40 The Lord burned with anger against his own people.He was disgusted with those who belonged to him.41 He handed them over to other nations,and those who hated them ruled them.42 Their enemies oppressed themand made them subject to their power.43 He rescued them many times,but they continued to plot rebellion against

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1 Give thanks to the Lord.Call on him.Make known among the nations what he has done.2 Sing to him.Make music to praise him.Meditate on all the miracles he has performed.3 Brag about his holy name.Let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice.4 Search for the Lord and his strength.Always seek his presence.5 Remember the miracles he performed,the amazing things he did, and the judgments he

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8 The Lord is compassionate, merciful, patient,and always ready to forgive.9 He will not always accuse us of wrongor be angry {with us} forever.10 He has not treated us as we deserve for our sinsor paid us back for our wrongs.11 As high as the heavens are above the earth—that is how vast his mercy is toward those who fear him.12 As far as the east is from the west—that is how far he has removed

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23 He has weakened my strength along the way.He has reduced {the number of} my days.24 I said, “My God, don't take me now in the middle of my life.Your years {continue on} throughout every generation.25 Long ago you laid the foundation of the earth.Even the heavens are the works of your hands.26 They will come to an end, but you will still go on.They will all wear out like clothing.You will

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1 A psalm by David.I will sing about mercy and justice.O Lord, I will make music to praise you.2 I want to understand the path to integrity.When will you come to me?I will live in my own home with integrity.3 I will not put anything wicked in front of my eyes.I hate what unfaithful people do.I want no part of it.Psalms 101:1-3 (GW)Reflection of B:My search for the meaning of "integrity" led me

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9 Highly honor the Lord our God.Bow at his holy mountain.The Lord our God is holy!Psalms 99:9 (GW)5 The Lord is good.His mercy endures forever.His faithfulness endures throughout every generation.Psalms 100:5 (GW)Reflection of B:Verses 3, 5 and 9 of chapter 99 kept repeating that God is "holy". Indeed He is! We need to reverent Him. Yet He is also good and merciful to us. Without His mercy, we

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7 Let the sea, everything in it,the world, and those who live in it roar like thunder.8 Let the rivers clap their handsand the mountains sing joyfully9 in the Lord's presencebecause he is coming to judge the earth.He will judge the world with justiceand its people with fairness.Psalms 98:7-9 (GW)Reflection of B:Why does the creation of God rejoice when God is coming to judge the world? Surely

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10 Let those who love the Lord hate evil.The one who guards the lives of his godly oneswill rescue them from the power of wicked people.11 Light dawns for righteous peopleand joy for those whose motives are decent.12 Find joy in the Lord, you righteous people.Give thanks to him as you remember how holy he is.Psalms 97:10-12 (GW)Reflection of B:When our motives are wrong, we won't find joy. Our

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1 Come, let's sing joyfully to the Lord.Let's shout happily to the rock of our salvation.2 Let's come into his presence with a song of thanksgiving.Let's shout happily to him with psalms.Psalms 95:1-2 (GW)1 Sing to the Lord a new song!Sing to the Lord, all the earth!2 Sing to the Lord! Praise his name!Day after day announce that the Lord saves his people.3 Tell people about his glory.Tell all

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9 God created ears.Do you think he can't hear?He formed eyes.Do you think he can't see?10 He disciplines nations.Do you think he can't punish?He teaches people.Do you think he doesn't know anything?11 The Lord knows that people's thoughts are pointless.12 O Lord, blessed is the personwhom you discipline and instruct from your teachings.13 You give him peace and quiet from times of troublewhile a

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4 The Lord above is mighty—mightier than the sound of raging water,mightier than the foaming waves of the sea.5 Your written testimonies are completely reliable.O Lord, holiness is what makes your house beautiful for days without end.Psalms 93:4-5 (GW)Reflection of B:Sometimes it's hard to describe God to people who have not experienced Him. The above Psalm uses nature to describe God. If You

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1 Whoever lives under the shelter of the Most Highwill remain in the shadow of the Almighty.2 I will say to the Lord,“{You are} my refuge and my fortress, my God in whom I trust.”Psalms 91:1-2 (GW)14 Because you love me, I will rescue you.I will protect you because you know my name.15 When you call to me, I will answer you.I will be with you when you are in trouble.I will save you and honor you

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4 Indeed, in your sight a thousand years are like a single day,like yesterday—already past—like an hour in the night.5 You sweep mortals away.They are a dream.They sprout again in the morning like cut grass.6 In the morning they blossom and sprout.In the evening they wither and dry up.Psalms 90:4-6 (GW)8 You have set our sins in front of you.You have put our secret sins in the light of your

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11 The heavens are yours.The earth is also yours.You made the world and everything in it.Psalms 89:11 (GW)14 Righteousness and justice are the foundations of your throne.Mercy and truth stand in front of you.Psalms 89:14 (GW)34 I will not dishonor my promiseor alter my own agreement.Psalms 89:34 (GW)Reflection of B:How many people will keep their promises? Perhaps some will when they still

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1 A song; a psalm by Korah's descendants; for the choir director; according to mahalath leannoth; a maskil by Heman the Ezrahite.O Lord God, my savior,I cry out to you during the day and at night.2 Let my prayer come into your presence.Turn your ear to hear my cries.Psalms 88:1-2 (GW)13 I cry out to you for help, O Lord,and in the morning my prayer will come into your presence.Psalms 88:13 (GW

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1 A prayer by David.Turn your ear {toward me}, O Lord.Answer me, because I am oppressed and needy.2 Protect me, because I am faithful {to you}.Save your servant who trusts you. You are my God.3 Have pity on me, O Lord,because I call out to you all day long.4 Give me joy, O Lord,because I lift my soul to you.ms 86:1-4 (GW)Reflection of B:The above prayer is also my prayer to the Lord. For I am

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8 I want to hear what God the Lord says,because he promises peace to his people, to his godly ones.But they must not go back to their stupidity.9 Indeed, his salvation is near those who fear him,and {his} glory will remain in our land.Psalms 85:8-9 (GW)Reflection of B:This passage reminds me that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Yes, when we fear (reverent) Him, we will not do

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1 For the choir director; on the gittith; a psalm by Korah's descendants.Your dwelling place is lovely, O Lord of Armies!2 My soul longs and yearnsfor the Lord's courtyards.My whole body shouts for joy to the living God.3 Even sparrows find a home,and swallows find a nest for themselves.There they hatch their youngnear your altars, O Lord of Armies,my king and my God.4 Blessed are those who live

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8 Arise, O God!Judge the earth, because all the nations belong to you.Psalms 82:8 (GW)Reflection of B:I have been watching the detective TV series recently. As I watched, I could understand why two of the characters took law into their hands to punish the law breakers. The reason is that the law of the land may not be able to pin down the culprits due to lack of 'evidence' even though you are

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13 If only my people would listen to me!If only Israel would follow me!14 I would quickly defeat their enemies.I would turn my power against their foes.Psalms 81:13-14 (GW)Reflection of B:The Israelite were stiff-necked and didn't listen to God. God allowed them to listen to their own advice and fell. Tonight's passage is a reminder that I must constantly seek God's advice rather than take

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8 Do not hold the crimes of our ancestors against us.Reach out to us soon with your compassion,because we are helpless.9 Help us, O God, our savior, for the glory of your name.Rescue us, and forgive our sins for the honor of your name.Psalms 79:8-9 (GW)19 O Lord God, commander of armies, restore us, and smile on usso that we may be saved.Psalms 80:19 (GW)Reflection of B:Sometimes, we feel so

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2 I will open my mouth to illustrate points.I will explain what has been hidden long ago,3 things that we have heard and known about,things that our parents have told us.4 We will not hide them from our children.We will tell the next generationabout the Lord's power and great deedsand the miraculous things he has done.5 He established written instructions for Jacob's people.He gave his teachings

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20 Like a shepherd, you led your people.You had Moses and Aaron take them by the hand.Psalms 77:20 (GW)Reflection of B:Sometimes, we go through struggles in life and wonder where God is, like in the case of the psalmist. He wondered why God didn't answer him. Yet his conclusion is that God is "like a shepherd" who led His people. Yes, we need to remember that our God is our Shepherd though

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1 For the choir director; al tashcheth; a psalm by Asaph; a song.We give thanks to you, O God; we give thanks.You are present, and your miracles confirm that.2 When I choose the right time,I will judge fairly.Psalms 75:1-2 (GW)7 You alone must be feared!Who can stand in your presence when you become angry?8 From heaven you announced a verdict.The earth was fearful and silent9 when you rose to

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1 A maskil by Asaph.Why, O God, have you rejected us forever?Why does your angersmolder against the sheep in your care?Psalms 74:1 (GW)22 Arise, O God!Fight for your own cause!Remember how godless fools insult you all day long.23 Do not forget the shouting of your opponents.Do not forget the uproar made by those who attack you.Psalms 74:22-23 (GW)Reflection of B:When persecution comes, even

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1 A psalm by Asaph.God is truly good to Israel,to those whose lives are pure.'2 But my feet had almost stumbled.They had almost slipped3 because I was envious of arrogant peoplewhen I saw the prosperity that wicked people enjoy.Psalms 73:1-3 (GW)16 But when I tried to understand this,it was too difficult for me.17 Only when I came into God's holy placedid I {finally} understand what would

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5 You are my hope, O Almighty Lord.You have been my confidence ever since I was young.6 I depended on you before I was born.You took me from my mother's womb.My songs of praise constantly speak about you.Psalms 71:5-6 (GW)17 O God, you have taught me ever since I was young,and I still talk about the miracles you have done.18 Even when I am old and gray, do not abandon me, O God.Let me live to

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5 But I am oppressed and needy.O God, come to me quickly.You are my help and my savior.O Lord, do not delay!Psalms 70:5 (GW)Reflection of B:King David was very candid and cried to God when he was depressed. Whenever we are oppressed or feel depressed, we can always cry to God for help. Our God is always there and can come quickly to those who trust in Him. This is something which our closed

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5 O God, you know my stupidity,and the things of which I am guilty are not hidden from you.Psalms 69:5 (GW)Reflection of B:Sometimes I feel very stupid. Sometimes I feel used in the name of love, or in the name of Christianity, or in the name of God even. Sometimes Christians take me for a ride or take me for granted. Yet, tonight's passage reminds me that God knows and sees everything. He

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20 Our God is the God of victories.The Almighty Lord is our escape from death.Psalms 68:20 (GW)Reflection of B:These two Psalms are praises and thanksgiving by King David to God. God had led him to victories and helped him escape death many times. We don't have to wait for big happenings to thank God. We can thank Him for seeing us through yet another day. He is great!Dear Lord,Thank You for

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10 You have tested us, O God.You have refined us in the same way silver is refined.11 You have trapped us in a net.You have laid burdens on our backs.12 You let people ride over our heads.We went through fire and water,but then you brought us out and refreshed us.Psalms 66:10-12 (GW)Reflection of B:Yes, God has put me into lots of tests since the day I knew Him. Sometimes I thought I might not

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2 You are the one who hears prayers.Everyone will come to you.3 Various sins overwhelm me.You are the one who forgives our rebellious acts.Psalms 65:2-3 (GW)Reflection of B:If God takes care of the earth, how much more He would care for us. Yes, He cares for those who love Him more than anyone on earth does. He has answered their prayers and forgives their rebellious acts.Dear Lord,Thank You for

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1 A psalm by David when he was in the wilderness of Judah.O God, you are my God.At dawn I search for you.My soul thirsts for you.My body longs for youin a dry, parched land where there is no water.Psalms 63:1 (GW)6 As I lie on my bed, I remember you.Through the long hours of the night, I think about you.7 You have been my help.In the shadow of your wings, I sing joyfully.8 My soul clings to

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5 Wait calmly for God alone, my soul,because my hope comes from him.6 He alone is my rock and my savior—my stronghold.I cannot be shaken.Psalms 62:5-6 (GW)12 Mercy belongs to you, O Lord.You reward a person based on what he has done.”Psalms 62:12 (GW)Reflection of B:This chapter again emphasizes that God is our rock and stronghold. He will reward us according to our deeds and not our words. Yet

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2 From the ends of the earth, I call to youwhen I begin to lose heart.Lead me to the rock that is high above me.3 You have been my refuge,a tower of strength against the enemy.4 I would like to be a guest in your tent foreverand to take refuge under the protection of your wings.Psalms 61:2-4 (GW)Reflection of B:Just like for King David, God has always been "the rock that is high above me" and "a

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11 Give us help against the enemybecause human assistance is worthless.12 With God we will display great strength.He will trample our enemies.Psalms 60:11-12 (GW)Reflection of B:Sometimes we may feel that God has abandoned us when we are faced with our trials and emergencies. King David felt that way too when he fought with his enemies. Yet his faith in God always return in the midst of those '

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10 Righteous people will rejoice when they see {God} take revenge.They will wash their feet in the blood of wicked people.11 Then people will say,“Righteous people certainly have a reward.There is a God who judges on earth.”Psalms 58:10-11 (GW)Reflection of B:This Psalms echoes my reflection for Psalms 57... God will take revenge on our behalf. God is a fair judge who will never let the culprits

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6 {My enemies} spread out a net to catch me.(My soul is bowed down.)They dug a pit to trap me,but then they fell into it.Psalms 57:6 (GW)9 I want to give thanks to you among the people, O Lord.I want to make music to praise you among the nations10 because your mercy is as high as the heavens.Your truth reaches the skies.11 May you be honored above the heavens, O God.Let your glory extend over

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12 If an enemy had insulted me,then I could bear it.If someone who hated me had attacked me,then I could hide from him.13 But it is you, my equal,my best friend,one I knew so well!14 We used to talk to each other in complete confidenceand walk into God's house with the festival crowds.Psalms 55:12-14 (GW)20 {My best friend} has betrayed his friends.He has broken his solemn promise.21 His speech

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4 God is my helper!The Lord is the provider for my life.Psalms 54:4 (GW)7 Your name rescues me from every trouble.Psalms 54:7 (GW)Reflection of B:King David always remember that God is His helper and provider for his life. He always run to God in His deepest sorrows and his greatest joy. For God always rescues him from his troubles when he calls on His name. Yes, the name of the Lord, Jesus

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1 For the choir director; according to mahalath, a maskil by David.Godless fools say in their hearts,“There is no God.”They are corrupt.They do disgusting things.There is no one who does good things.2 God looks down from heaven on Adam's descendantsto see if there is anyone who acts wisely,if there is anyone who seeks help from God.3 Everyone has fallen away.Together they have become rotten to

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1 For the choir director; a psalm by David when the prophet Nathan came to him after David's adultery with Bathsheba.Have pity on me, O God, in keeping with your mercy.In keeping with your unlimited compassion, wipe out my rebellious acts.2 Wash me thoroughly from my guilt,and cleanse me from my sin.3 I admit that I am rebellious.My sin is always in front of me.4 I have sinned against you,

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1 A psalm by Asaph.The Lord, the only true God, has spoken.He has summoned the earthfrom where the sun rises to where it sets.Psalms 50:1 (GW)23 Whoever offers thanks as a sacrifice honors me.I will let everyone who continues in my waysee the salvation that comes from God.”Psalms 50:23 (GW)Reflection of B:I just realized that not all Psalms are written by King David. This is a Psalm of Asaph.

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10 Indeed, one can see that wise people die,that foolish and stupid people meet the same end.They leave their riches to others.11 Although they named their lands after themselves,their graves have become their homes for ages to come,their dwelling places throughout every generation.12 But mortals will not continue here with what they treasure.They are like animals that die.Psalms 49:10-12 (GW)

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1 ...Clap your hands, all you people.Shout to God with a loud, joyful song.2 We must fear the Lord, the Most High.He is the great king of the whole earth.Psalms 47:1-2 (GW)1 ....The Lord is great.He should be highly praised.His holy mountain is in the city of our God.Psalms 48:1 (GW)Reflection of B:In Psalms 46 we learned to let go of our concerns and know that God is ever-present with us.

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1 ...God is our refuge and strength,an ever-present help in times of trouble.2 That is why we are not afraideven when the earth quakesor the mountains topple into the depths of the sea.3 Water roars and foams,and mountains shake at the surging waves.Psalms 46:1-3 (GW)10 Let go {of your concerns}!Then you will know that I am God.I rule the nations.I rule the earth.Psalms 46:10 (GW)Reflection of

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10 Listen, daughter! Look closely!Turn your ear {toward me}.Forget your people, and forget your father's house.11 The king longs for your beauty.He is your Lord.Worship him.Psalms 45:10-11 (GW)Reflection of B:The above verse popped up as I read, "The king longs for your beauty". Am I so beautiful to the Lord? I am suppose to "forget" my people and my family and worship Him for He longs for me.

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5 Why are you discouraged, my soul?Why are you so restless?Put your hope in God,because I will still praise him.He is my savior and my God.Psalms 43:5 (GW)17 Although all of this happened to us,we never forgot you.We never ignored your promise.18 Our hearts never turned away.Our feet never left your path.Psalms 44:17-18 (GW) Reflection of B:Psalms 43:5 is a repeat of Psalms 42:5,11 where King

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1 ...As a deer longs for flowing streams,so my soul longs for you, O God.2 My soul thirsts for God, for the living God.When may I come to see God's face?3 My tears are my food day and night.People ask me all day long, “Where is your God?”4 I will remember these things as I pour out my soul:how I used to walk with the crowdand lead it in a procession to God's house.{I sang} songs of joy and

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4 I said, “O Lord, have pity on me!Heal my soul because I have sinned against you.”Psalms 41:4 (GW)9 Even my closest friend whom I trusted,the one who ate my bread,has lifted his heel against me.10 Have pity on me, O Lord!Raise me up so that I can pay them backPsalms 41:9-10 (GW)Reflection of B:It can be very painful when our "closest friend" whom we trusted come against us or leave us. That's

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4 “Teach me, O Lord, about the end of my life.Teach me about the number of days I have leftso that I may know how temporary my life is.5 Indeed, you have made the length of my days {only} a few inches.My life span is nothing compared to yours.Certainly, everyone alive is like a whisper in the wind.Selah6 Each person who walks around is like a shadow.They are busy for no reason.They accumulate

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3 No healthy spot is left on my bodybecause of your rage.There is no peace in my bonesbecause of my sin.Psalms 38:3 (GW)8 I am numb and completely devastated.I roar because my heart's in turmoil.9 You know all my desires, O Lord,and my groaning has not been hidden from you.Psalms 38:8-9 (GW)11 My loved ones and my friends keep their distanceand my relatives stand far away because of my

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3 Trust the Lord, and do good things.Live in the land, and practice being faithful.4 Be happy with the Lord,and he will give you the desires of your heart.5 Entrust your ways to the Lord.Trust him, and he will act {on your behalf}.6 He will make your righteousness shine like a light,your just cause like the noonday sun.7 Surrender yourself to the Lord, and wait patiently for him.Do not be

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5 O Lord, your mercy reaches to the heavens,your faithfulness to the skies.Psalms 36:5 (GW)9 Indeed, the fountain of life is with you.In your light we see light.10 Continue to show your mercy to those who know youand your righteousness to those whose motives are decent.Psalms 36:9-10 (GW)Reflection of B:Who can be as merciful and faithful as God? Even the most compassionate person might find it

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8 Taste and see that the Lord is good.Blessed is the person who takes refuge in him.Psalms 34:8 (GW)18 The Lord is near to those whose hearts are humble.He saves those whose spirits are crushed.19 The righteous person has many troubles,but the Lord rescues him from all of them.20 The Lord guards all of his bones.Not one of them is broken.Psalms 34:18-20 (GW)24 Judge me by your righteousness, O

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13 The Lord looks down from heaven.He sees all of Adam's descendants.14 From the place where he sits enthroned,he looks down upon all who live on earth.15 The one who formed their heartsunderstands everything they do.Psalms 33:13-15 (GW)18 The Lord's eyes are on those who fear him,on those who wait with hope for his mercy19 to rescue their souls from deathand keep them alive during a

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3 When I kept silent {about my sins},my bones began to weaken because of my groaning all day long.4 Day and night your hand lay heavily on me.My strength shriveled in the summer heat.Selah5 I made my sins known to you, and I did not cover up my guilt.I decided to confess them to you, O Lord.Then you forgave all my sins.Selah7 You are my hiding place.You protect me from trouble.You surround me

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