The Lord reigns…

I was reading this article this am while cleaning out my emails…it went so well with the verses we are studying in our Bible study…so wanted to share…

We have these times when our hearts are afraid or tremble at the path before us….or we think we do it all in our independence….

 The Lord reigns,let the nations tremble;he sits enthroned between the cherubim,let the earth shake. 

Moses and Aaron were among his priests,Samuel was among those who called on his name;they called on the Lordand he answered them. He spoke to them from the pillar of cloud;they kept his statutes and the decrees he gave them.

Ps.99.1,Ps.99.6-7

Really good….

Four ways prayer humbles us and why that a good thing….

https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-study/topical-studies/four-ways-prayer-humbles-us-and-why-thats-a-good-thing.html

 Moses answered the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today. The Egyptians you see today you will never see again. The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.”

Exod.14.13-14

Thank YOU…

A friend sent this song, I have heard many time…but a great reminder of Who we need to go to…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gS9e0nxHP-w

Pathway…

 

Pathway….

This past month, the Pilgrim’s Path In Jerusalem has opened to the public…winding its way from the pool of Siloam to the Temple Mount, another pathway walked by Jesus. They have been working on excavation for years…

“The Pool of Siloam represented God’s provision and protection over Jerusalem. The waters became a source of life during a difficult time, representing God’s peaceful care for Judah. “

https://www.christianity.com/wiki/bible/what-is-the-pool-of-siloam-in-the-bible.html

As I was reading the first verses of Psalm 96,

 Sing to the Lord a new song;sing to the Lord, all the earth. 

Sing to the Lord, praise his name;proclaim his salvation day after day. 

Declare his glory among the nations,his marvelous deeds among all peoples.

Ps.96.1-3

I just envisioned singing that as you went up hill to the temple…I don’t know that they did, just my imagination…singing a new song, praising the Lord, declaring his Glory and marvelous deeds….why not sing?

Thank YOU…

https://www.timesofisrael.com/2000-year-old-pilgrimage-road-to-temple-mount-opens-to-public-after-years-of-digging/

From the Pool of Siloam to the Temple Mount: Jerusalem’s pilgrimage road reopens - Israel365 News

The Times of Israel spoke to some of the first people to walk the path.

Israeli resident Shira Greenspan said, “It was just the biggest honour to be among the first people to rewalk these steps … I  thought it was just like a perfect blend of experiential, funny, and meaningful. It did not feel dry; it felt alive and real. You’re suddenly connected across thousands of years. It’s just breathtaking.

“To be here with Jews and non-Jews from all over the world makes you feel like you are a little stone in a big story,” she added.

2,000-year-old 'Pilgrim's Path' opens in Jerusalem - Christian Today

Grateful….(this gets a little loud, but he is grateful….)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ag08JVZhP9M

Glasses…

 Glasses…

I had a friend who wore necklaces of glasses…she put this necklace on every morning first thing and took it off last thing at night…three or four glasses, each with an attached necklace…

That way she could choose which pair of glasses she needed throughout her daily tasks….she laughed about them, and her reliance on those necklaces…their nosiness…

I don’t have the necklaces but I have glasses at various places that I work…one pair for the computer, one pair for Bible reading, one pair for all purpose wear and the last for nighttime reading in bed…4… it would make quite a necklace too…I wanted to see wherever I am…seeing is so important…I find I need it….

What do we need to see in the Word? We see with our reading eyes, our heart as the 

Word finds its way into our soul and teaches us…it gives us light to our situations…shows us 

God….

Thank YOU….

 For the Lord is righteous,he loves justice;the upright will see his face.

Ps.11.7

 Let my vindication come from you;may your eyes see what is right. 

As for me, I will be vindicated and will see your face;when I awake, I will be satisfied with seeing your likeness.

Ps.17.2,Ps.17.15

 Taste and see that the Lord is good;blessed is the one who takes refuge in him. 

Whoever of you loves life and desires to see many good days,

Ps.34.8,Ps.34.12

 For with you is the fountain of life;in your light we see light. Hope in the Lordand keep his way.

He will exalt you to inherit the land;when the wicked are destroyed, you will see it.

Ps.36.9,Ps.37.34

 Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law.

Ps.119.18

 See if there is any offensive way in me,and lead me in the way everlasting.

Ps.139.24

 Ears that hear and eyes that see—the Lord has made them both.

Prov.20.12

I see you…

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6wvzx6pUhbc&list=RD6wvzx6pUhbc&start_radio=1&pp=ygURaSB3YW50IHRvIHNlZSB5b3WgBwE%3D

1 john 4

 

1 John 4

With so much happening in the world, I need this reminder today…maybe more than just me…so will share…

 Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world. 

This is how you can recognize the Spirit of God: Every spirit that acknowledges that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is from God, but every spirit that does not acknowledge Jesus is not from God. 

This is the spirit of the antichrist, which you have heard is coming 

and even now is already in the world. 

You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world. 

They are from the world and therefore speak from the viewpoint of the world, and the world listens to them. 

We are from God, and whoever knows God listens to us; but whoever is not from God does not listen to us. 

This is how we recognize the Spirit of truth and the spirit of falsehood. 

Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him. 

This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. 

Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. 

No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, 

God lives in us and his love is made complete in us. 

This is how we know that we live in him and he in us: 

He has given us of his Spirit. And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent his Son to be the Savior of the world. 

If anyone acknowledges that Jesus is the Son of God, God lives in them and they in God. 

And so we know and rely on the love God has for us.God is love. 

Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them. 

This is how love is made complete among us so that we will have confidence on the day of judgment: In this world we are like Jesus. 

There is no fear in love. 

But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. 

The one who fears is not made perfect in love. 

We love because he first loved us. 

Whoever claims to love God yet hates a brother or sister is a liar. 

For whoever does not love their brother and sister, whom they have seen, cannot love God, whom they have not seen. 

And he has given us this command: 

Anyone who loves God must also love their brother and sister.

1John.4

Thank YOU…

The answer was love….

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOShhF9Bxig

 

 Sing to him a new song;play skillfully, and shout for joy. For the word of the Lord is right and true;he is faithful in all he does. The Lord loves righteousness and justice;the earth is full of his unfailing love.

Ps.33.3-5

 He put a new song in my mouth,a hymn of praise to our God.Many will see and fear the Lord and put their trust in him.

Ps.40.3

 Sing to the Lord a new song;sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, praise his name;proclaim his salvation day after day. Declare his glory among the nations,his marvelous deeds among all peoples.

Ps.96.1-3

 Sing to the Lord a new song,for he has done marvelous things;his right hand and his holy arm have a worked salvation for him.

Ps.98.1

 Praise the Lord.Sing to the Lord a new song,his praise in the assembly of his faithful people.

Ps.149.1

 Sing to the Lord a new song,his praise from the ends of the earth,you who go down to the sea, and all that is in it,you islands, and all who live in them.

Isa.42.10

 …. Instead, be filled with the Spirit, speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Eph.5.18b-20

 And they sang a new song, saying:“You are worthy to take the scrolland to open its seals,because you were slain,and with your blood you purchased for Good persons from every tribe and language and people and nation.

Rev.5.9

 

A gentle book….

 

A gentle book…

“Theo of Golden is the endearing story of a curious old man who quietly moves into a southern city and, for reasons unknown to anyone but himself, undertakes a campaign of anonymous generosity. 

Theo’s love for people, combined with his fondness for books, art, birds, and story, unite in a colorful expression of outreach and affection. 

Stories are shared, friendships are born, and lives, in response to his inexplicable kindness, are affirmed and transformed. 

The old man, no stranger to sadness and loss, quickly becomes a welcome presence in the community but his new friends and neighbors wonder, who is Theo? And why is he here? 

Beautifully written stories of kindness and neighborliness are always timely, but perhaps especially so now. 

Meet Theo of Golden. He’s happy to meet you”….

I friend sent this book to me…I didn’t know I needed it until 

I started reading…it is not a great theological book, it is a simple gentle book….that is the only way I can describe it and it speaks to my heart that I need right now…I need that gentleness, that encouragement that comes through the pages….how we can be gentle, caring of others…speaking  words of encouragement to people’s hearts…looking at their soul and encouraging that fruit of the spirit to the forefront in other’s lives…….encouragement to show how God is working in the lives of others….

  Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.

Matt.11.29

 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all. Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.

Eph.4.2,Eph.4.3,Eph.4.4,Eph.4.6,Eph.4.29,Eph.4.30,Eph.4.31,Eph.4.32

 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.

Phil.4.5

 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 

Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. 

Forgive as the Lord forgave you. 

And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.

Col.3.12-14

 Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight. 

But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. 

Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,

1Pet.3.4,1Pet.3.15

Thank YOU…

Gentle Shepherd….

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aw0WLM85aW4

Instrumental….

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVuf6ldrFgk

 

 “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. 

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. 

Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.

John.14.1,John.14.27