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Thursday, August 17, 2023
Thursday, August 17, 2023

Anxiety

Friday, May 15

Read

Psalm 46 (NLT)

God is our refuge and strength,
    always ready to help in times of trouble.
So we will not fear when earthquakes come
    and the mountains crumble into the sea.
Let the oceans roar and foam.
    Let the mountains tremble as the waters surge!

A river brings joy to the city of our God,
    the sacred home of the Most High.
God dwells in that city; it cannot be destroyed.
    From the very break of day, God will protect it.
The nations are in chaos,
    and their kingdoms crumble!
God’s voice thunders,
    and the earth melts!
The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is here among us;
    the God of Israel is our fortress. Interlude

Come, see the glorious works of the Lord:
    See how he brings destruction upon the world.
He causes wars to end throughout the earth.
    He breaks the bow and snaps the spear;
    he burns the shields with fire.

“Be still, and know that I am God!
    I will be honored by every nation.
    I will be honored throughout the world.”

The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is here among us;
    the God of Israel is our fortress.

Jesus Storybook Bible: 
The Warrior Leader (p.108)
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Meditate

The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is here among us; the God of Israel is our fortress. (Psalm 46:11)

Pray

God, You are our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. We will not fear when the earth shakes or the mountains crumble into the sea. Let the chaos roar! Lord of Heaven’s Armies, You are our fortress. The governments of the world may crumble but the Kingdom of God remains forever. Lord Jesus, you will be honored by every tribe, tongue, and nation. Come soon, we pray. Amen.

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A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

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Friday, April 24

Read

Psalm 42 (NLT)

For the choir director: A psalm of the descendants of Korah.

As the deer longs for streams of water,
    so I long for you, O God.
I thirst for God, the living God.
    When can I go and stand before him?
Day and night I have only tears for food,
    while my enemies continually taunt me, saying,
    “Where is this God of yours?”

My heart is breaking
    as I remember how it used to be:
I walked among the crowds of worshipers,
    leading a great procession to the house of God,
singing for joy and giving thanks
    amid the sound of a great celebration!

Why am I discouraged?
    Why is my heart so sad?
I will put my hope in God!
    I will praise him again—
    my Savior and my God!

Now I am deeply discouraged,
    but I will remember you—
even from distant Mount Hermon, the source of the Jordan,
    from the land of Mount Mizar.
I hear the tumult of the raging seas
    as your waves and surging tides sweep over me.
But each day the Lord pours his unfailing love upon me,
    and through each night I sing his songs,
    praying to God who gives me life.

“O God my rock,” I cry,
    “Why have you forgotten me?
Why must I wander around in grief,
    oppressed by my enemies?”
Their taunts break my bones.
    They scoff, “Where is this God of yours?”

Why am I discouraged?
    Why is my heart so sad?
I will put my hope in God!
    I will praise him again—
    my Savior and my God!

Jesus Storybook Bible: 
Operation “No More Tears!” (p.144)
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Meditate

Each day the LORD pours his unfailing love upon me. (Psalm 42:8)

Pray

O God, our hearts break as we remember how it used to be. The headlines are full of death and uncertainty. This new normal chips away at our spirit and saps us of joy. We long for You as a deer longs for streams of water. Yet, in the midst of this discouragement we will put our hope in You. Since Jesus was forsaken we will never be forgotten. In him You have poured out Your unfailing love upon us. As we look at media keep us from anxiety and enable us by Your Spirit to be good neighbors, even at cost to ourselves. In Jesus name we pray. Amen.

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As the Deer

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Saturday, April 4

Read

Psalm 77

For Jeduthun, the choir director: A psalm of Asaph.

I cry out to God; yes, I shout.
    Oh, that God would listen to me!
When I was in deep trouble,
    I searched for the Lord.
All night long I prayed, with hands lifted toward heaven,
    but my soul was not comforted.
I think of God, and I moan,
    overwhelmed with longing for his help. Interlude

You don’t let me sleep.
    I am too distressed even to pray!
I think of the good old days,
    long since ended,
when my nights were filled with joyful songs.
    I search my soul and ponder the difference now.
Has the Lord rejected me forever?
    Will he never again be kind to me?
Is his unfailing love gone forever?
    Have his promises permanently failed?
Has God forgotten to be gracious?
    Has he slammed the door on his compassion? Interlude

And I said, “This is my fate;
    the Most High has turned his hand against me.”
But then I recall all you have done, O Lord;
    I remember your wonderful deeds of long ago.
They are constantly in my thoughts.
    I cannot stop thinking about your mighty works.

O God, your ways are holy.
    Is there any god as mighty as you?
You are the God of great wonders!
    You demonstrate your awesome power among the nations.
By your strong arm, you redeemed your people,
    the descendants of Jacob and Joseph. Interlude

When the Red Sea saw you, O God,
    its waters looked and trembled!
    The sea quaked to its very depths.
The clouds poured down rain;
    the thunder rumbled in the sky.
    Your arrows of lightning flashed.
Your thunder roared from the whirlwind;
    the lightning lit up the world!
    The earth trembled and shook.
Your road led through the sea,
    your pathway through the mighty waters—
    a pathway no one knew was there!
You led your people along that road like a flock of sheep,
    with Moses and Aaron as their shepherds.

Jesus Storybook Bible: 
The Captain of the Storm (p.236)
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Meditate

When the Red Sea saw you, O God, its waters looked and trembled! The sea quaked to its very depths. (Psalm 77:20)

Pray

God Almighty! In Jesus You demonstrated Your awesome power among the nations. You are Lord over the storm. When the waves around us grow tall, remind us that You will lead us through the Sea, as a shepherd leads his flock. In the midst of all this uncertainty we trust you and pray especially for the doctors and nurses who are working tirelessly to care for the sick. Strengthen and comfort them by Your great power. We ask in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Sing

Jesus, Lead Me (click the “Show More” below the video to see the lyrics)

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Jesus, Lead Me (Psalm 23) Jesus, lead me - dearest Shepherd How I need Thee to guide my way And I know you'll never leave me, Or let me wander far astray You...

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Friday, April 3

Read

Luke 12:22-34

Then, turning to his disciples, Jesus said, “That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food to eat or enough clothes to wear. For life is more than food, and your body more than clothing. Look at the ravens. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, for God feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than any birds! Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? And if worry can’t accomplish a little thing like that, what’s the use of worrying over bigger things?

“Look at the lilies and how they grow. They don’t work or make their clothing, yet Solomon in all his glory was not dressed as beautifully as they are. And if God cares so wonderfully for flowers that are here today and thrown into the fire tomorrow, he will certainly care for you. Why do you have so little faith?

“And don’t be concerned about what to eat and what to drink. Don’t worry about such things. These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers all over the world, but your Father already knows your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and he will give you everything you need.

“So don’t be afraid, little flock. For it gives your Father great happiness to give you the Kingdom.

“Sell your possessions and give to those in need. This will store up treasure for you in heaven! And the purses of heaven never get old or develop holes. Your treasure will be safe; no thief can steal it and no moth can destroy it. Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be.

Jesus Storybook Bible: 
The Singer (p.228)
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Meditate

So don’t be afraid, little flock. For it gives your Father great happiness to give you the Kingdom. (Luke 12:32)

Pray

Our Good Shepherd, while the world sinks in anxiety we hear Your calming words. When we are tempted to fear or forget remind us that we are completely safe and secure in your care. What joy it is to know that our Heavenly Father delights to give us a Kingdom that cannot be shaken. For the sake of our neighbors we pray for our government officials. Give them wisdom in their decision making, and a desire to honor you and do what is best for the citizens of our country, state, and city. We ask in Jesus name. Amen.

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The Solid Rock

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