Counsel of desperate despair ∙∙

Counsel of desperate despair ∙∙ If the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do? – Psalms 11:3 Psalms 17:3-15  3 You have tested my thoughts and examined my heart in the night. You have scrutinized me and found nothing wrong. I am determined not to sin in what I say.  4 I have followedContinue reading “Counsel of desperate despair ∙∙”

Harps on the willows ∙∙

Harps on the willows ∙∙ The LORD said, “I will make Jerusalem a heap of ruins. Jackals will make their home there. I will destroy the towns of Judah so that no one will be able to live in them.” Jeremiah 9:11 Psalms 137:1-4  1 Beside the rivers of Babylon, we sat and wept asContinue reading “Harps on the willows ∙∙”

Hannah’s Song ∙

Hannah’s Song ∙ For all the earth is the LORD’s, and he has set the world in order. – 1 Samuel 2:8 1 Samuel 2:1-10  1 Then Hannah prayed: My heart rejoices in the LORD! The LORD has made me strong. Now I have an answer for my enemies; I rejoice because you rescued me.Continue reading “Hannah’s Song ∙”

A family for the lonely ∙

A family for the lonely ∙ I hold you by your right hand – I, the LORD your God. And I say to you, Don’t be afraid. I am here to help you. – Isaiah 41:13 Psalms 68:4-6  4 Sing praises to God and to his name! Sing loud praises to him who rides theContinue reading “A family for the lonely ∙”

It is never too soon to be kind ∙∙  

It is never too soon to be kind ∙∙   Do not let kindness and truth leave you; tie them around your neck as a reminder. Write them deep within your heart. – Proverbs 3:3 Proverbs 20:27-29  27 The LORD’s light penetrates the human spirit, exposing every hidden motive.  28 Unfailing love and faithfulness protectContinue reading “It is never too soon to be kind ∙∙  “