The Living Word

“Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men! For he satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness.” Psalm 107: 8-9. Sometimes in the hustle and bustle of life we feel pressured to just get the job done! Strong work ethics and…

“For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.”  Psalm 30:5 Trials, tribulations, and afflictions are experienced by us all at some juncture in our lives. In the book of Psalms David wrote often of His afflictions and trials facing…

“Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous:” 1 Peter 3:8 The book of Job 14:1 gives us wonderful insight to the plight of man’s finite existence… “Man that is born of a woman is of few days, and full of trouble.”  He spoke…

“Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;” Ephesians 6:18. The bible teaches us that the effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. Our spiritual armor is held together with prayer that is constant and intense…it is only through faithful…

“It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new   every morning: great is thy faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:22-23. Take a moment and think about the crisp cool air outside our doors, the absence of noise and peaceful environment that you hear in the early hours of…

“He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” Psalm 91:1 A shadow can be defined as a covering or hoovering mask, an inseparable companion or follower. When we humbly submit ourselves to the will of our Heavenly Father, He will provide divine overshadowing in…

But he that knew not, and did commit things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few stripes. For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required: and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more.” Luke 12:48. In our household, my parents had five of us,…

“And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:7 There are many things that steal our peace and soundness of mind if we allow ourselves to succumb to unfavorable circumstances; but where and how can we find true peace? It certainly does not come…

“In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.” Proverbs 14:26. The feeling or belief that we can rely on someone or something, is what we define as being confident. Our reliance is based on the proven faithfulness of our source; it is true that we…

“My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth.” Psalm 121:2. There are things that come against us that shake our very core; but recognizing and acknowledging where all of our strength and help comes from is more than half the battle… Psalm 121:2 gives us the peace and assurance of knowing that…