“Blessed is the one whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered.” ~Psalm 32:1
My God and refuge, who has paid the debt of my sin. You tell me that the blessed life is the forgiven life. It is the blessing of having a God express his grace by sending his own son to atone—to cover—the [...]
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The Blessed Life
Posted in Psalms on August 10, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Blessing the Lord
Posted in Psalms on August 5, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
“I will bless the LORD at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth. My soul makes it boast in the LORD; let the humble hear and be glad.” ~Psalm 34:1-2
Father in Heaven, I will bless your name because you have so richly blessed me. Your word tells me that you have provided [...]
The Fullness of Joy
Posted in Psalms on August 4, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
“In your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right there are pleasures forevermore.” ~Psalm 16:11b
Abba, Father, Oh, how I want to experience the fullness of joy. And yet, sometimes I would settle for even a taste of joy. Like a starving sailor on a long journey who begins to forget the aroma of [...]
