The Lord: My Keeper

There are some things that happen in life that would cause you to shake your head in disbelief; you just can’t believe it. I saw an incident like that recently on social media. In this clip, a SUV flew over a priest while he was driving to church. When you view the footage, you realize … Continue reading The Lord: My Keeper

The Lord, our Protector

Queen Rania of Jordan said that  "Values are the shields that you carry throughout life, and it protects you from whatever life throws at you." While it's important to have values to direct your actions, they cannot shield you from some of the issues of life. Psalm 3:3 NLT says, “But you, O Lord , … Continue reading The Lord, our Protector

The Source of Our Peace

There are many people today who are afraid. The world has become a dangerous place. Gone are the days where people leave their doors unlocked and go to bed. We keep our children close and teach them to be afraid of everyone. We are concerned about our parents because this current generation has no respect … Continue reading The Source of Our Peace

The Shadow of His Wings

Every living creature knows danger and safety. Babies and infants are unaware of the danger of a given situation, however the adults around them are. A small child could look at the colors of a fire and think it’s beautiful, the adult understand that although we need heat from the fire to cook our food … Continue reading The Shadow of His Wings

The God Who Preserves

O love the Lord, all you His godly ones! The Lord preserves the faithful [those with moral and spiritual integrity] And fully repays the [self-righteousness of the] arrogant. Psalm 31:23 AMP Years ago, before refrigeration was common place, people had to devise methods to preserve their food. After the harvest, they had problems; there was more food than … Continue reading The God Who Preserves

God: Our Protection

Keep me safe, O God, for I have come to you for refuge. Psalm 16:1 NLT Everyone has a list of things that are important to them. Children are concerned about play, food and friends. Adults have a different set of concerns. Parents are concerned about the wellbeing of their children and one thing that … Continue reading God: Our Protection

Help From God

Unless the Lord builds a house, the work of the builders is wasted. Unless the Lord protects a city, guarding it with sentries will do no good. Psalm 127:1 NLT The airwave is full of companies who want you to believe that they are the answer to your security needs. They promise you the world but they are limited in … Continue reading Help From God

Persecuted: but not Defeated

 Indeed, all who delight in pursuing righteousness and are determined to live godly lives in Christ Jesus will be hunted and persecuted [because of their faith]. 2 Timothy 3:13 AMP The word indeed is used to confirm something that has already been suggested. When we want people to confirm things in our lives, we want them to confirm the … Continue reading Persecuted: but not Defeated

Our Righteous Deliverer

In you, O Lord, I seek refuge; do not let me ever be put to shame; in your righteousness deliver me. Psalm 31:1 NRSV Life can be rough for adults as well as children. People of every age have to deal with bullies; they are found in the classrooms, in the work place and almost everywhere people assemble. … Continue reading Our Righteous Deliverer

A Tower of Strength

The name of the Lord is a strong fortress; the godly run to him and are safe. Proverbs 18:10 NLT This verse was the inspiration for a song I love to sing. It’s a song of praise and worship that you can find on YouTube. However, I will share a bit of the lyrics with you. “Blessed be … Continue reading A Tower of Strength