The psalmist sings of God’s protection of His people and His rest for the righteous. God’s protection surrounds His people as the mountains surround Jerusalem. When Israel tried to conquer the city of Jerusalem they found it was NOT an easy task. They were not able to do so until David devised a plan to […]
“If it wasn’t for the help of God…” sings the psalmist. A song that ALL of His children can join in with abandon. If not for God where would I be? I have SO MANY “If not for God…” stories in my life. I’m certain we ALL do. He works in our lives in so […]
This is the cry of a humbled people. One that is looking to their Lord for relief. This is a hard concept for me because I have never lived as a slave or in a time of slavery. I know slavery still exists in some places and I pray that God would rescue those trapped […]
Our psalmist is looking at the city of Jerusalem; the city which bore the name of the Lord. “Peace be within you for the sake of the Lord.” I did a little paraphrasing there. I believe I kept the original intent though. Jerusalem was a VERY special city to the people of Israel as it […]
Our psalmist sings of a God who is always listening to His children and is our ever present help. “Behold, He who keeps Israel” (verse 4a). I’m glad that I know this promise isn’t just for Israel. It is for ALL who believe in Him and call Him Lord. God protects all His children. He […]
