The Lord has revealed a great deal through His prophet, the psalmist, in Psalm 2. The book of Acts (4:24-26) assigns its authorship to King David, and it is with reading in its entirety. 6 “Yet I have set My King on My holy hill of Zion.” 7 “I will declare the decree: The Lord has said to Me, ‘You are My Son,Continue reading “The Coming Messiah – Psalm 2”
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Leaves of Green – Psalm 1
Psalm 1 promises the blessings of the Lord throughout all the days He ordains for us. Speaking of women and men of faith, the psalmist writes: 3 He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water that brings forth its fruit in its season, whose leaf also shall not wither. And whatever he doesContinue reading “Leaves of Green – Psalm 1”
David and Bathsheba – 2 Samuel 11-12
David’s pursuit of Uriah’s wife, Bathsheba, led to a great hardship. But after a season of grief, God restored them both to a place of comfort and redemption. 22 And he said, “While the child was alive, I fasted and wept; for I said, ‘Who can tell whether the Lord will be gracious to me, that the child may live?’ 23 But nowContinue reading “David and Bathsheba – 2 Samuel 11-12”
The Good Shepherd – Psalm 23
Reading from a very familiar Psalm written by faithful King David: 23 The Lord is my shepherd;I shall not want.2 He makes me to lie down in green pastures;He leads me beside the still waters.3 He restores my soul;He leads me in the paths of righteousnessFor His name’s sake. Psalm 23:1-3 (NKJV) Early the morning this was written, I was sitting on the floorContinue reading “The Good Shepherd – Psalm 23”
The Eternal House of David – 2 Samuel 7
God spoke through the prophet Nathan to assure King David that his house and throne were not only secure for his life, but would last into eternity. 12 When your days are fulfilled and you lie down with your fathers, I will raise up your offspring after you, who shall come from your body, and I will establishContinue reading “The Eternal House of David – 2 Samuel 7”
Order My Steps – Psalm 37
Reading from a Psalm written by King David: 23 The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and He delights in his way. 24 Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down; for the Lord upholds him with His hand. Psalm 37:23 (NKJV) What constitutes a good woman or man? In God’s eyes, it is one who seeks Him, whoContinue reading “Order My Steps – Psalm 37”
The Favor of the Lord – Psalm 5
A friend recently called and shared a verse with me from a Psalm of David, God-inspired words that spoke to both the writer then and to us today. 12 For You, O Lord, will bless the righteous; With favor You will surround him as with a shield. Psalm 5:12 (NKJV) God is present in our lives and wants toContinue reading “The Favor of the Lord – Psalm 5”
God’s Way to a Blessing – 2 Samuel 6
Now that the kingdom was unified under his rule in Jerusalem, King David wanted to bring up the ark of the Covenant, God’s prescribed meeting place, to be in His presence there. 12 Now it was told King David, saying, “The Lord has blessed the house of Obed-Edom and all that belongs to him, because of the ark of God.” SoContinue reading “God’s Way to a Blessing – 2 Samuel 6”
Our Rock and Deliverer – Psalms 34 and 62
King David penned many Holy Spirit-inspired Psalms that bring life and sustenance to us even today. Two examples are Psalms 34 and 62. Here is a verse from the former: 19 Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all. Psalm 34:19 (NKJV) Encouraging news, but it does raise a question – justContinue reading “Our Rock and Deliverer – Psalms 34 and 62”
Lines in Pleasant Places – Psalm 16
6 The lines have fallen to me in pleasant places; Yes, I have a good inheritance. 7 I will bless the Lord who has given me counsel; My heart also instructs me in the night seasons. Psalm 16:6-7 (NKJV) David is believed to have written Psalm 16 while he was on the run from the jealous King Saul. Looking ahead, heContinue reading “Lines in Pleasant Places – Psalm 16”
Daily Meditations from the Genealogy of Jesus 