Good Morning, Friends!
Sorry I'm a bit late this morning. Everyone is moving a bit more slowly here this AM.
Coffee shall be made momentarily!
I'm already reflecting on this week's guided journaling prompt. It's definitely a timely one! I hope y'all have a good week, and remember you can always leave prayer requests in the comments section.
I've been in contact with several of you over the weekend, and I have another Psalm to share. I'll be praying this one during devotion time this morning.
1 The True God stands to preside over the heavenly council.
He pronounces judgment on the so-called gods.
2 He asks: “How long will you judge dishonestly
and be partial to the wicked?”
[pause]
3 “Stand up for the poor and the orphan;
advocate for the rights of the afflicted and those in need.
4 Deliver the poor and the needy;
rescue them from their evil oppressors.”
5 These bullies are ignorant; they have no understanding of My ways.
So as they walk in darkness,
the foundations of the earth tremble.
6 I said, “Though you are gods[b]
and children of the Most High,
7 You will die no differently than any mortal;
you will fall like one of the princes.”
8 Rise up, O True God; judge the rulers of the earth,
for all the nations are Yours.
NOTE: [b] John 10:24 Jesus: You know what is written in the Scriptures. Doesn’t it read, “I said, you are gods”?
The use of the word "gods" here is best taken as a reference to human judges, who stand in the place of God in their ability to determine the fate of others.
Until next time...
Blessings!
Ricki Jill
Ricki Jill
Happy Sunday, Friends! I have a few prayer requests and scripture for today.
Please pray for:
- Our Gold Star Families, that the Holy Spirit will comfort them
- Safety and safe passage for Americans remaining in Afghanistan
- Citizens in harms way due to Hurricane Ida, especially our first responders
- Bold, courageous, and righteous military leaders
My sister-in-law and her family have evacuated from New Orleans and are currently in Mobile, Alabama. They lost their home and everything in it during Katrina. My SIL is not taking things well, so please pray for her.
We have a praise: Kitty's grandson Connor is in Kuwait, thanks be to God.
God is good. Always.
Psalm 86
1 Hear me, Lord, and answer me,
for I am poor and needy.
2 Guard my life, for I am faithful to you;
save your servant who trusts in you.
You are my God; 3 have mercy on me, Lord,
for I call to you all day long.
4 Bring joy to your servant, Lord,
for I put my trust in you.
5 You, Lord, are forgiving and good,
abounding in love to all who call to you.
6 Hear my prayer, Lord;
listen to my cry for mercy.
7 When I am in distress, I call to you,
because you answer me.
8 Among the gods there is none like you, Lord;
no deeds can compare with yours.
9 All the nations you have made
will come and worship before you, Lord;
they will bring glory to your name.
10 For you are great and do marvelous deeds;
you alone are God.
11 Teach me your way, Lord,
that I may rely on your faithfulness;
give me an undivided heart,
that I may fear your name.
12 I will praise you, Lord my God, with all my heart;
I will glorify your name forever.
13 For great is your love toward me;
you have delivered me from the depths,
from the realm of the dead.
14 Arrogant foes are attacking me, O God;
ruthless people are trying to kill me—
they have no regard for you.
15 But you, Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God,
slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness.
16 Turn to me and have mercy on me;
show your strength in behalf of your servant;
save me, because I serve you
just as my mother did.
17 Give me a sign of your goodness,
that my enemies may see it and be put to shame,
for you, Lord, have helped me and comforted me.
Have a blessed Sunday, Friends!
Until next time...
Blessings!
Ricki Jill
Ricki Jill
I almost didn't post today. I've been completely bewildered and saddened by the events this week. Please remember to pray for Kitty's grandson Connor, a Marine serving in Afghanistan. Please pray for Americans and Afghanis who have been left behind.
We need to continue to pray 2 Chronicles 7:14 now more than ever!
This week's prompt was unexpected, wasn't it!
Does the idea of Jesus being happy, attending parties, smiling, and laughing make you uncomfortable? Why or why not?
It definitely does not, and if anything it makes me want to enjoy life and celebrate as much as possible. The fact that he performed his first miracle at a wedding reception means that Jesus cares about us socially, and doesn't want us to be embarrassed in front of friends and family. Being socially awkward myself, I find this very comforting, not uncomfortable.
What about you?
Yesterday morning, I was led to read Psalm 5. It was a blessing to me yesterday, and I hope it blesses you today.
Psalm 5
1 Listen to my words, Lord,
consider my lament.
2 Hear my cry for help,
my King and my God,
for to you I pray.
3 In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice;
in the morning I lay my requests before you
and wait expectantly.
4 For you are not a God who is pleased with wickedness;
with you, evil people are not welcome.
5 The arrogant cannot stand
in your presence.
You hate all who do wrong;
6 you destroy those who tell lies.
The bloodthirsty and deceitful
you, Lord, detest.
7 But I, by your great love,
can come into your house;
in reverence I bow down
toward your holy temple.
8 Lead me, Lord, in your righteousness
because of my enemies—
make your way straight before me.
9 Not a word from their mouth can be trusted;
their heart is filled with malice.
Their throat is an open grave;
with their tongues they tell lies.
10 Declare them guilty, O God!
Let their intrigues be their downfall.
Banish them for their many sins,
for they have rebelled against you.
11 But let all who take refuge in you be glad;
let them ever sing for joy.
Spread your protection over them,
that those who love your name may rejoice in you.
12 Surely, Lord, you bless the righteous;
you surround them with your favor as with a shield.
Until next time...
Blessings!
Ricki Jill
Ricki Jill
Hello, Friends! It's the last full week of August. Labor Day is almost here!
We went to the Trump Rally Saturday night with some friends. They have a small Winnebago on a Mercedes chassis, and it was very nice, especially since it stormed before and after the rally.
This week's guided journaling topic is interesting! I'm already looking forward to our discussion on Friday.
In the interim....
Until next time...
Blessings!
Ricki Jill
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