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Today's post is a little different.I had something else planned, but I felt led to share from my personal Bible study this morning.I was reading Psalm 40, and it hit me in a fresh way — because in one Psalm, you see David move through multiple “modes” that many of us recognize:despairbreakthroughworshipboldnessand then… trouble againSo here's what we're going to do:I'm going to read Psalm 40 (NLT)Then I'll walk through the key sections and pull out the lessonsWe'll end with a prayerIf you want to grab your Bible and read alongside me, you can.Psalm 40 (NLT)“I waited patiently for the Lord to help me, and He turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the pit of despair, out of the mud and the mire. He set my feet on solid ground and steadied me as I walked along. He has given me a new song to sing, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see what He has done and be amazed. They will put their trust in the Lord…” (Psalm 40:1–3)“Oh, the joys of those who trust the Lord, who have no confidence in the proud or in those who worship idols. O Lord my God, You have performed many wonders for us. Your plans for us are too numerous to list. You have no equal…” (Psalm 40:4–5)“You take no delight in sacrifices or offerings. Now that You have made me listen, I finally understand— You don't require burnt offerings or sin offerings. Then I said, ‘Look, I have come. As is written about me in the Scriptures: I take joy in doing Your will, my God, for Your instructions are written on my heart.'” (Psalm 40:6–8)“I've told all Your people about Your justice. I have not been afraid to speak out, as You, O Lord, well know… I have talked about Your faithfulness and saving power… I have told everyone in the great assembly of Your unfailing love and faithfulness.” (Psalm 40:9–10)“Lord, don't hold back Your tender mercies from me. Let Your unfailing love and faithfulness always protect me. For trouble surrounds me—too many to count… They outnumber the hairs of my head. I have lost all courage.” (Psalm 40:11–12)“Please, Lord, rescue me! Come quickly, Lord, and help me…” (Psalm 40:13)“But may all who search for You be filled with joy and gladness in You. May those who love Your salvation repeatedly shout, ‘The Lord is great!'” (Psalm 40:16)“As for me, since I am poor and needy, let the Lord keep me in His thoughts. You are my Helper and my Savior. O my God, do not delay.” (Psalm 40:17)What Psalm 40 Shows UsPsalm 40 gives us a picture of David experiencing multiple seasons in one Psalm.And honestly… that's what life feels like.There are moments we're strong.Moments we're grateful. Moments we're worshiping. And moments we're pleading again.Let's break it down.Read the rest at: https://open.substack.com/pub/litwithprayer/p/my-help-and-my-deliverer

     Praise the Lord (Psalm 150:1). Once, I took a two-week class with the late Dallas Willard. He began with two instructions. Each of us was to sleep 10 hours a night and we were to find a lonely place and shout Psalms 145-150 to the Lord. He explained that fatigue was one of the greatest problems in the North American church today, especially among church leaders. Fatigue hinders our ability to pay proper attention to things, especially to our own hearts and to the quiet movements of God's Spirit. Willard also explained that praising God is difficult. We resist. It helps if our bodies lead the way. Further, the ending of the book of Psalms is raucous. It demands energy. Sitting quietly at the kitchen table whispering these psalms just won't do. At the end of the Psalter, we are given a glimpse of what is happening everywhere, all the time: the worship of God. Psalm 150 is probably the most challenging of all the psalms: it's not about you, it's not about me, it's about God; all about God! Why do Christians gather for worship services? Not primarily for our own sake, but because God is worthy of our worship. This psalm gives us the basics of worship. First, where is God to be praised? In his sanctuary, in his mighty heavens, of course. This is God's throne room from where he rules the universe. Remembering where he is causes us to look up to him and away from ourselves. Second, why should we worship him? "Praise him for his acts of power; praise him for his surpassing greatness." This is a summation of his powerful rule and provision. We are allowed to fill in some details from our own lives. Third, the 'how of worship' gets a bit chaotic. "Praise him with the sounding of the trumpet, praise him with the harp and lyre, praise him with timbrel and dancing, praise him with the strings and pipe, praise him with the clash of cymbals, praise him with resounding cymbals." As I said, its raucous. All the stops are pulled out. Finally, the psalm asks 'Who? Who should praise the Lord?" And the answer is: everything. "Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord." A lot has been said about God in all these psalms; we know the reasons to praise God. Just do it. Our praise of God is more than music, more than worship services. We believe that everything Christians do ought to be worship. 'We are to offer our bodies as living sacrifices" (Romans 12:2). Everything is to be done to the glory of God (1 Cor. 10:31). Such living is normally fuelled by communal worship services. What keeps you from 'just doing it.' Find ways to pay more attention to God and to yourself. And praise the Lord! Just do it! As you journey on, go with the blessing of God: "May God himself, the God who makes everything holy and whole, make you holy and whole, put you together—spirit, soul, and body—and keep you fit for the coming of our Master, Jesus Christ. The One who called you is completely dependable. If he said it, he'll do it" (1 Thessalonians 5:23).

What causes fights, jealousy, and division—even among believers?In this powerful message from James 4, Pastor Jayden Zwerner walks us through one of the most confronting passages in Scripture. James doesn't blame circumstances, politics, personality conflicts, or other people. He goes deeper. The root of conflict, he says, is the battle within us—desires that were once good but have become ultimate.Building from James 3:13–18, we're reminded that true wisdom is humble, peace-loving, full of mercy, and sincere. But when envy and selfish ambition take root, disorder follows. James 4 asks the hard question: What happens when “me, my, and mine” take the driver's seat of our lives?Through the story of Rachel and Leah (Genesis 29–30), we see how unchecked jealousy and comparison can spiral into relational destruction. What begins as a good desire can slowly become an idol—reshaping our identity, our prayer life, and even our friendships.This sermon explores:Why conflicts often reveal deeper heart issuesHow good desires become “ultimate things”What it means to delight in the Lord (Psalm 37:4)The danger of friendship with the world (James 4:4)The hope found in James 4:6 — “But He gives us more grace.”The invitation is not shame—it's grace. The same grace that saved you is the grace that sustains you. When we humble ourselves, submit to God, and draw near to Him, He promises to lift us up.If you've ever wrestled with envy, comparison, unanswered prayer, or frustration that obedience isn't “paying off,” this message is for you.

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In this talk, Jesse preaches about the intersection between worship and mission. (1) Worship fuels mission. (2) Worship demands everything. (3) Worship, missions end. If you desire to declare the wonders of God far and wide, I pray that this message stirs your heart. Series: PsalmsDate: 25-1-26Location: Upper Hunter Presbyterian Church

Earthly things never truly satisfy—weak flesh craves more, leading to distractions, addictions, and unraveled lives. In this message, Pastor Tim reveals why we're so dissatisfied and points to the only source of complete, eternal satisfaction: God's full presence in heaven. Drawing from Revelation 21 (new heaven/earth, no more tears/death/pain, free water of life to the thirsty), Luke 23 (paradise), 1 Corinthians 15 (imperishable bodies), and Revelation 7 (endless worship in perfect joy), this message shows heaven as the ultimate paradise where we're at our best—emotionally, physically, relationally—and worshiping forever. Why wait? Start living satisfied now by waiting on the Lord (Psalm 130) and letting the Spirit rule over weak flesh.CONNECT WITH US:→ Request Prayer: https://bit.ly/3zMyf5E→ Request Care: https://bit.ly/3fBTX5G→ Share a Testimony: https://bit.ly/3Jo7Ped→ Find Events and More: https://bit.ly/3TcrkcR→ Leave us a Review on Google: https://bit.ly/47925jP→ Plan a Visit in Person: https://bit.ly/3sfQdg7FOLLOW US:→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/illuminatec...→ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@illuminate_ch...→ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/illuminatech...WE HELP PEOPLE FIND ABUNDANT LIFE IN JESUS!

Flourishing in the House of the Lord | Psalm 92 | Pastor Will Cover

I sought the LORD, and He answered me and delivered me from all my fears. Those who look to Him are radiant, and their faces shall never be ashamed. Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good! Blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him!

A Lamp, Not a MapLearning to Walk by the Light Yahovah Gives“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119:105This is one of the most familiar verses in Scripture, yet its power is often lost through repetition. David was not offering a comforting slogan or poetic imagery detached from real life. He was describing how he survived seasons of darkness, confusion, and uncertainty, by learning to walk with the light God actually gives.What matters first is the image David chose.He does not say God's Word is the sun, a floodlight, or a map revealing the entire journey. He calls it a lamp. In the ancient world, a lamp illuminated only a small space ahead. It required closeness, constant attention, and enough oil to keep it burning. Most importantly, it was useful only while moving. A lamp was never meant for standing still.This tells us something vital about faith. God's Word is given for obedient movement, not passive observation. Scripture is not primarily about gathering information; it is about receiving direction. Faith, in the biblical sense, is meant to guide our steps, not merely inform our thoughts.David reinforces this by saying the lamp is for his feet before it is for his path. That order matters. He does not say God's Word illuminates his understanding first. He says it lights his feet. In other words, obedience comes before clarity. Throughout Scripture, God consistently gives light for the step we are willing to take, not the road we wish to see.“The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD” (Psalm 37:23), but those steps still require movement. God does not provide light for tomorrow's road when today's step has not yet been taken. Revelation flows in the direction of obedience. When obedience stalls, light dims, not because God has withdrawn His Word, but because we have stopped walking in it.This truth becomes even more powerful when we consider David's context. He wrote these words not from comfort, but from caves, wilderness seasons, threats, betrayal, repentance, and waiting. He was a man familiar with darkness. Yet the Word did not remove that darkness. It made it walkable.God never promised a problem-free path. He promised faithful guidance through the path. The lamp did not eliminate danger; it made progress possible.From a Hebraic perspective, David's reference to “Your word” is not a general example, but davar of God is covenant instruction, rooted in the Torah, commandments, testimony, and revealed will. Scripture itself confirms this: “For the commandment is a lamp, and the law is light” (Proverbs 6:23).This means divine guidance is not found in feelings alone, impressions alone, or spiritual intuition disconnected from God's revealed Word. Light is found within covenant boundaries. Many stumble not because God is silent, but because they have stepped off the path while still expecting illumination.There is also a hidden requirement in David's image that is easy to miss. A lamp without oil is useless. Oil in Scripture is consistently associated with the Spirit, faithfulness, and preparation. Yeshua echoed this truth when He said that man does not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God (Deuteronomy 8:3).The lamp must be tended daily. Yesterday's revelation cannot sustain today's obedience. When Scripture is neglected, light diminishes, not suddenly, but gradually. What once seemed clear begins to feel uncertain.David's words ultimately point beyond himself. He speaks prophetically. Yeshua later declares, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will not walk in darkness” (John 8:12). John confirms this revelation by writing, “The Word became flesh and dwelt among us” (John 1:14).The written Word leads us to the Living Word. Scripture is not the destination; it is the

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Psalm 127: Labor Without Anxiety | Walking Through the PsalmsAuthor: Dave JenkinsShow: Servants of Grace Podcast (Walking Through the Psalms)Date: January 23, 2026Show SummaryIn this episode of Walking Through the Psalms, we explore Psalm 127—a searching and pastoral psalm that confronts our temptation to trust effort, productivity, and self-reliance more than the blessing of God. Psalm 127 is not a warning against work; it is a warning against work that forgets God. Whether we are building homes, guarding cities, raising families, or serving in ministry, this psalm calls us to labor faithfully without anxiety by depending on the Lord.Key Passage: Psalm 127 (ESV)Listen / WatchListenEpisode NotesScripture Reading: Psalm 127“Unless the LORD builds the house, those who build it labor in vain. Unless the LORD watches over the city, the watchman stays awake in vain. It is in vain that you rise up early and go late to rest, eating the bread of anxious toil; for he gives to his beloved sleep. Behold, children are a heritage from the LORD, the fruit of the womb a reward. Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the children of one's youth. Blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them! He shall not be put to shame when he speaks with his enemies in the gate.”Episode HighlightsPsalm 127 confronts the temptation to trust our effort more than the blessing of God.Faithful work is good—but work apart from dependence on the Lord becomes anxious toil.Rest is not laziness; it is an act of faith in God's providence.God builds not only structures, but generations—our future is to be received, not controlled.Psalm 127 ultimately points us to Jesus Christ, who labored without anxiety and trusted the Father perfectly.Walking Through the Psalm1) The Futility of Work Without the Lord (Psalm 127:1)“Unless the LORD builds the house, those who build it labor in vain.” This verse does not condemn building. It condemns building apart from trust in the Lord. The “house” can refer to a home, a family, a household, a dynasty, or even the temple. The issue is not the task, but the source of our trust and where our ultimate allegiance lies.“Unless the LORD watches over the city, the watchman stays awake in vain.” Human vigilance is not useless, but it is not ultimate. God calls His people to responsibility without self-reliance—faithful effort that depends on Him.2) The Burden of Anxious Toil (Psalm 127:2)“It is in vain that you rise up early and go late to rest, eating the bread of anxious toil.” The problem is not diligence. Scripture commends hard work. The problem is anxious striving—labor driven by fear, not by faith. This kind of work is fueled by fear of failure, fear of loss, fear of the future, and fear that God will not provide.“For he gives to his beloved sleep.” Sleep is a gift, not a reward. It pictures peace and confidence that God governs outcomes we cannot control. To rest is not laziness—it is an act of faith.3) Receiving the Future as God's Good Gift (Psalm 127:3–5)Psalm 127 moves from anxious toil to the gift of children to show us something crucial: even the future we are tempted to control is meant to be received, not managed. Children are described as a heritage and reward from the Lord—covenant blessings, not achievements or commodities. The psalm reminds us that God builds not only structures, but generations.Theological ThemesGod's sovereignty over work and success: The Lord upholds the universe—and He upholds you—by the word of His power.The emptiness of anxious striving: The Christian's motivation is God's glory, the good of others, and faithful witness—not self-exaltation.Rest as an expression of faith: Rest creates space to pray, reflect, and address fear and anxiety with God's help and the care of His people.Children as covenant blessings, not commodities: The future is ultimately the Lord's—and His faithfulness extends into generations.Dependence on the Lord for present labor and future hope: We gather on the Lord's Day and scatter into our callings to live faithfully before Him.Christ in Psalm 127Psalm 127 finds its fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Jesus trusted the Father perfectly. He labored without anxiety. He rested in the Father's will and entrusted His mission and the future entirely to God. Through His death and resurrection, Christ secured a kingdom that cannot be shaken. Because of Christ, our labor in the Lord is not in vain, our rest is grounded in grace, and our future is secure—not fragile.Takeaways / Reflection QuestionsWhere are you most tempted to trust your effort more than the Lord's blessing?What does “anxious toil” look like in your work, home life, or ministry right now?How can rest become an act of faith for you this week?What would it look like to place the Lord at the center of your planning and labor?Call to ActionIf this episode encouraged you, please consider sharing it or leaving a review—this helps others find biblical teaching and resources that serve the local church.For more from our Psalm series please visit our page here our at our YouTube.Lord willing, next time we'll continue our journey with Psalm 128.

Praise Ye The Lord  (Psalm 150)

Matt Cooper teaches on being Planted in the Lord. Bible reading from Psalm 1:1-4.

A study on Zion, the city of God and a comparison to the Believer and the Church.

John writes in John1:14 one of the most astounding statements regarding Jesus Christ in Scripture. "And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth." To refresh our memories, we must go back to John 1:1 lest we fail to know exactly who this Word is, "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." No wonder Paul writes in 1 Timothy 3:16, "And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the flesh." Some translations interpret the phrase without controversy, most certainly (CSB), without question (NLT), or without argument (BBE). This one born of a virgin whose name is Emmanuel IS the Word made flesh who lived on this earth for 33 years as the God man.John says that we beheld His glory. The prophet Isaiah 40:5 wrote these words, "And the glory of the LORD shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together: for the mouth of the LORD hath spoken it. "Jesus Christ is the very glory of The Lord, manifest in human flesh. After Jesus performed His first miracle, we read in John 2:11 "This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and manifested forth his glory; and his disciples believed on him. "When the apostle Peter described that amazing account of being with Jesus on the Mount of Transfiguration, he wrote, "For he received from God the Father honour and glory, when there came such a voice to him from the excellent glory, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased" (2 Peter 1:17). Not only do the heavens declare the glory of The Lord (Psalm 19:1), we also read in 2 Corinthians 4:6 "For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ." 2 Corinthians 3:18 tells us that we are changed into the image of Jesus as we behold His glory.Jesus told Martha that she would see the glory of God when He raised Lazarus from the dead (John 11:4;40). When Jesus prayed for those whom The Father would give to Him, He said in John 17:24 "Father, I will that they also, whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am; that they may behold my glory, which thou hast given me: for thou lovedst me before the foundation of the world. "One day beloved, you and I will be taken from this world of darkness and ushered into the very presence of God where we, like John will behold the glory of Jesus Christ. Reader, have you received Jesus Christ as Lord? If so, this promise of seeing Him in His glory is what awaits you the very second you breath your last breath on earth. SELAHKoinonia FellowshipSundays at 8:30a and 10:30a500 Main St. East Rochester, NY 14445koinoniafellowship.com

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Sermon Notes Date: 01/11/2026 Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor Series: Wisdom and Worship: Walking Through Psalms and Proverbs Key Text: Psalm 116 Description: When the pain is real… when the cry is desperate… and when life feels closer to the end than the beginning… What kind of God listens? Today on the Scandia Bible Church Podcast, […]

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“The Beauty of the Lord—Theology as Aesthetics”

Prayer of the Day Gracious God, at the baptism of Jesus you proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit. Make all who are baptized into Christ faithful to their calling to be your children, and empower us all with your Spirit, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Welcome to Calvary Lutheran Church 619 3RD AVE SW, PERHAM, MN 56573 Thank God. Share Jesus. Help Others   Support Our Livestream Ministry—and Empower Our Youth! Each week, our YouTube, Facebook Live and our podcast services are made possible by our amazing youth media team. That's right—they run the cameras, audio, and streaming software—and we're proud to pay them for their work, helping them build life skills while serving the church. Your donation supports: Livestream costs (equipment, internet, tools) Paid media roles for our youth Continued outreach through digital ministry If you've been blessed by our services, consider giving here: https://www.calvaryperham.com/gifts Thank you for helping us serve our community—and raise up the next generation! Facebook: / calvaryperham YouTube: / @calvaryperham Podcast on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7hbXujm... Podcast public site https://rss.com/podcasts/april16th2023/ Lakes 99.5 Radio Sundays at Ten Thirty AM https://player.listenlive.co/64121 TUESDAY WORSHIP 9 AM Arvig TV Channel 14 Egiving https://secure.myvanco.com/YMVS/home Website: https://calvaryperham.com/ Vanco Mobile App on Phone/Tablet: Vanco Mobile Faith Engagement has replaced the Give+ App. Search “vanco mobile faith engagement” in the app store to download on your phone or tablet, Calvary is “Calvary Lutheran Church ELCA.” Website: Click the orange E-Giving button at https://calvaryperham.com/

Feeling brokenhearted, crushed in spirit, or painfully alone can make God feel distant—but Psalm 34:18 assures us the Lord is near in our deepest pain. This devotional points to God’s nearness in suffering, reminding us that He sees, understands, and saves those who feel shattered by life’s hardships. Highlights Feeling alone often hurts more deeply than difficult circumstances themselves. David wrote Psalm 34 during a season of fear, humiliation, and desperation. Scripture describes “brokenhearted” and “crushed” as being shattered beyond repair—yet God draws near. David chose to seek God rather than bitterness or despair. God hears our cries and remains attentive to every moment of distress. Turning to God in pain brings comfort, clarity, and renewed hope. Praise and prayer can coexist with fear, sorrow, and uncertainty. Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! Full Transcript Below: Held By the One Who Sees and Understands Our Pain By: Jennifer Slattery Bible Reading: The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. - Psalm 34:18, NIV When I look back on some of my most painful experiences, particularly during my homeless period in my late teens, it wasn’t my circumstances that caused the most grief. What hurt most was the fact that I felt alone. I now realize that wasn’t my reality; that the Lord saw me, loved me, and, as today’s verse assures, remained with me every dark moment of every distressing day. David, ancient Israel’s second king, wrote Psalm 34 during a time of crisis. In fear for his life, he hid in Philistine territory, the land of ancient Israel’s fiercest enemies, and in the very city from which Goliath, the warrior David beheaded, came. Learning of his presence, the king's servants said, “Isn’t this David, the king of the land? Isn’t he the one they sing about in their dances: ‘Saul has slain his thousands, and David his tens of thousands’?” (1 Samuel 21:11, NIV). In other words, isn’t this the guy who killed many of our warriors? 1 Samuel 21:13 states that, “David took these words to heart and was very much afraid of Achish, king of Gath” (NIV, emphasis mine). This gains emphasis when one considers that, as a teen, he took on and defeated a large, heavily armed tyrant that had paralyzed the entire Israeli army. And yet, he felt afraid. In desperation, David prayed to God, asking for mercy and declaring, twice, that he would place his trust in the Lord (Psalm 56). He then pretended to be insane, “making marks on the doors of the gate and letting saliva run down his beard” (1 Samuel 21:14, NIV). How humiliating this must have been—a powerful and successful warrior and the man anointed to reign as ancient Israel’s next king, survived by feigning severe mental illness. As humiliating as this must have been, it saved his life. Then we get to Psalm 34, a beautiful passage in which he declared His trust in and love for God, stating, “I will extol the Lord… his praise will always be on my lips … my soul will boast in the Lord” (V. 1-2, NIV, emphasis mine). He wrote that God heard his cries, saved him from his troubles, and kept His eyes upon him, adding today’s verse in which he confidently proclaimed the Lord’s nearness in times of distress. Again, today’s verse states, The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. David wasn’t just sad, concerned, or discouraged. In the original Hebrew, the word that our Bibles translate as broken has the connotation of something that’s been shattered into pieces. The ending phrase conveys a similar meaning. The word translated as crushed, in the original Hebrew, refers to something pulverized to dust and beyond repair. Scripture uses the same word in Psalm 90:3, which reads: “You turn people back to dust, saying, ‘Return to dust, you mortals’ (NIV, emphasis mine). Have you ever experienced emotional pain so intense that your chest physically hurt and you struggled to breathe? That was how David felt, and understandably so. He feared for his life, likely the lives of his family, was run out of his homeland and everything he knew, and was forced to live as a fugitive for at least a decade. Oh, how lonely and disoriented he must’ve felt. He could’ve turned bitter or become swallowed up in his grief. Instead, he turned to God and sought comfort in Him. That was David’s regular practice. As the New International Chronological Bible states, “Virtually every important encounter he faces becomes memorialized in his petitions to God.” Yet, his psalms don’t just record his requests. They’re also always filled with praise. Intersecting Life & Faith: What a powerful example for us to follow. Sadly, when I feel sad and afraid, initially, I often get stuck in my head. That only makes things worse as one concern tends to lead to another, then another, until I’m nearly buried in gloom. Thankfully, God always meets me there, draws me into His tender embrace, and speaks encouraging truths to my soul. As today’s verse states, He moves close to the brokenhearted. This won’t change. I’m learning, however, that my sorrow feels much more manageable and less dark when I turn to the One who always turns toward me. He’s turning toward you, in your pain, as well. Further Reading:Psalm 145:9Psalm 86:15Psalm 103:13 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Scripture: Psalm 136“For his mercy endureth for ever.We shall have this repeated in every verse of this song, but not once toooften. It is the sweetest stanza that a man can sing. What joy that there ismercy, mercy with Jehovah, enduring mercy, mercy enduring for ever. We are everneeding it, trying it, praying for it, receiving it: therefore let us for eversing of it.” – Charles H. Spurgeon + Give thanks to the Lord, forwho He is.Psalm 136: 1-3 + Give thanks to the Lord, forwhat He does.Psalm 136:4 + Give thanks to the Lord, forHis love.Psalm 136:10-15Psalm 136:16Romans 5:8Psalm 136:23-26

571. If Not for the LORD Psalm 124 Toki Numbere 28122025 by City Church Lagos

12/28/2025 - Chad Lewis

Children Are An Heritage To The Lord | Psalm 127.3 | Baby Dedication

This episode? It's a line in the sand. A call to remember who we are—and Whose we are. Paul M. Neuberger pulls no punches, torching the tired lies that America's foundation was ever anything but Christ alone. He shreds revisionist history, tears down secular myths, and hammers one message home—Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord (Psalm 33:12).In a world that bows to comfort, compromise, and cancel culture, we stand. We lead. We refuse surrender by silence. The cost is high—public pressure, ridicule, isolation. But Christ never called us to play it safe. He called us to live unashamed, to put Him first—at home, in the boardroom, in the public square.The battle for America's soul is here. Are you ready to lead when the world demands compromise? Will you live like Jesus is still Lord?This one's raw, real, and rooted in truth. Time to buckle up and dig deep—because faith doesn't flinch.Episode Highlights:1:14 - We're going to confront a lie that has been repeated so often, it's now taught as fact. We're going to dismantle revisionist history. We're going to expose an agenda, and we're going to do it without fear, without apology, and certainly without compromise. America did not stumble into faith accidentally. God wasn't an afterthought at our founding. Christianity wasn't a footnote. It was the firm foundation upon which our country was built.10:39 - And when a nation forgets who it answers to, it always finds someone else to submit to. Psalm 33:12, is not wishful thinking. It's reality. And reality does not bend to public opinion. What comes next depends on whether leaders are willing to remember what history is desperately trying to erase. Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people he chose for his inheritance. 36:32 - You're not required to apologize for believing truth. You're not obligated to dilute conviction to maintain comfort. Respect doesn't require surrender. Love doesn't require agreement. And faithfulness doesn't require approval. Jesus has never chased popularity. He never softened truth to preserve influence. He spoke with authority, and the world responded with resistance. Expecting obedience to be celebrated is a complete misunderstanding to scripture.Connect with Paul M. NeubergerWebsite

Weekly sermon at Trinity Church Denver 

Remember the Lord: Psalm 103:8 (Josh Lewis) by Highlands Community Church

Speaker: Tom Schreiner

It is time this very minute to pray and seek God. Time to set our timers and pray for the minute. This podcast encourages us to stop for a minute and, now, in the presence of our Heavenly Father—with praise and prayer—worship Him in Jesus' name and in the power of the Holy Spirit. ———— *We do not own the rights to music played on this podcast.

2025-06-23 - Seeking that intimacy relationship with the Lord ⧸⧸ Psalm 63： 1-4 (Fernando Borboa) [tkGvG9S8Q-I] by Salvador Flores III

Give Thanks Unto the Lord | Psalm 103:1-5 | Pastor Will Cover

Preached by Matthew Tilley at North Beaver Baptist Church (West Jefferson, NC) on Sunday, November 23, 2025. Part of the "Praise ye the Lord" series in Psalm 146-149.

Preached by Matthew Tilley at North Beaver Baptist Church (West Jefferson, NC) on Sunday, November 23, 2025. Part of the "Praise ye the Lord" series in Psalm 146-149.

Our Helper, The Lord (Psalm 124)

Verse by verse. 

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What is this kingdom?

October 19, 2025 - Rev. Alexander S. Brown

Presented by Julie Busteed What happens when you are not patient and run ahead of God and take things into your own hands? That's exactly what happened to King Saul. You can read the entire account in I Samuel 13:1-15 but let me summarize. Saul is the newly appointed first King over Israel. They've had some success at defeating their enemies. I guess King Saul is feeling pretty good about this. Then the Philistines—the enemy—assemble to fight and they have many chariots and soldiers as numerous as the sand on the seashore. When the Israelites see this, they are quaking with fear. Saul waits seven days for Samuel (the prophet and priest) to arrive to offer the burnt offering. He was following Samuel's instructions (1 Samuel 10:8). But something happens—we're not told what—but Samuel doesn't show up in seven days. He's late. And Saul seeing that his soldiers are frightened, seeing the strength and number of his enemies, takes things into his own hands and he offers the sacrifice to God (which by the way was against the law—only priests were to do this). And then guess who shows up at this exact moment—Samuel! And he asks Saul what's going on, and Saul explains: “When I saw that the men were scattering, and that you did not come at the set time, and that the Philistines were assembling at Mikmash, I thought, ‘Now the Philistines will come down against me at Gilgal, and I have not sought the Lord's favor.' So I felt compelled to offer the burnt offering” (1 Samuel 13:11-12). Oh wow. Did you hear that? Saul's saying things weren't going as he thought they should. He was looking at his circumstances around him and becoming fearful and not looking at God. And so, he took things into his own hands—he felt “compelled” to ask for the Lord's help in this way. And Samuel then tells him that he's done a foolish thing. That he's not kept the command that the Lord God gave him and as a result the Kingdom of Israel will be taken away from him, it will not endure. I do feel for Saul sometimes. It sounds like he convinced himself he was doing the right thing in rushing ahead of God and offering these sacrifices and seeking the Lord's favor instead of waiting for Samuel. But it was not the right thing. How many times have you been anxious, got tired of waiting for God and took things into your own hands which then resulted in more trouble? Maybe you are so desperate to get out of a job or a project that you'll do anything. I know. It's hard to wait. But it can be even more dangerous to not wait. To make poor decisions and suffer those consequences. You might not have your kingdom taken away from you like Saul, but it could still end in difficulty. As the Psalmist says, wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord (Psalm 27:14 ESV)!

Saturday is review day on The Daily Promise. Every Saturday, we review the promises of the week so we can allow them to go deep into our hearts and lives. Here are the promises we covered this week. Proverbs 18:10 – The Lord is a Strong Tower. Romans 14:8 – I Belong to Jesus. Psalm 55:22 – Place Your Burdens on the Lord Psalm 103:11 - God's Love Goes Beyond Your Imagination. Romans 6:11 – I Am Alive to God and Dead to Sin.