Greetings in the name of God’s “Living Word”, Jesus Christ – THE Risen Saviour! Another cool early spring day but…it is Friday! I trust that you had a great week and are enjoying the day…and I pray that you are looking ahead to the weekend – especially, joining with the Christian family for worship gatherings. I must say that I understand the value of corporate worship more now than ever — getting together to share the ‘ups and downs’ of the journey, praying and praising together, and finding yourself encouraged. Today I will eb praying for you, asking Father to meet you in ways that you can understand and respond to.
I think I told you that I am reading through the book of Psalms, a Psalm-a-day, as part of my daily devotions. I am using a contemporary paraphrase which has been really insightful. As I was reading today, four verses from Psalm 46 caught my attention and I want to share them with you on this Friday.
God, You’re such a safe and strong place to hide! You’re a tested help in time of trouble; more than enough and always available whenever I need You. v1
God has a raging river whose sparkling streams bring joy and delight to His people! His river flows right through the city of God Most High, into His Holy Dwelling Place. God is in the midst of His City…v4
Here He comes! The Commander! The Mighty Lord of Angel-Armies is on our side! The God of Jacob fights for us! v7
So, surrender! Stand silent and stop your striving, And you will see that I am God! I am God above all the nations, and I will be exalted throughout the whole earth! v10
May His Word bless you! – Have a great weekend!