What is the basis for hope? ∙∙

What is the basis for hope? ∙∙ His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. – Lamentations 3:23-24 Lamentations 3:1-3  1 I have seen the afflictions that come from the rod of the LORD’s anger.  2 He has led me into darkness, shutting out all light.  3 He has turnedContinue reading “What is the basis for hope? ∙∙”

Battered, bruised, embraced ∙∙

Battered, bruised, embraced ∙∙ Will you stay mad at us forever? Will you remain angry throughout future generations? – Psalms 85:5 Psalms 85:1-11 1 LORD, you poured out blessings on your land! You restored the fortunes of Israel.2 You forgave the guilt of your people – yes, you covered all their sins.3 You held backContinue reading “Battered, bruised, embraced ∙∙”