The author of Psalm 130 knows something. In fact, there are three things that he knows particularly well.
He knows what low is – he calls it “the depths” and he’s talking about his guilt – his depravity. Forget everyone else’s iniquities – all the ways they’ve sinned – he knows he’s no better. (v. 3)
But he knows something else, too.
Take a look at the passage and mark the places where it says “with you” or “with the Lord” or “with him”. What did you find? While the author knows that his sin separates him from God, he also knows the incomparable benefits of being “with God”.
Forgiveness.
Steadfast love.
Plentiful redemption.
All of the things that make all of the difference.
The third thing he knows – the simple truth that blesses my soul today?
Verse 6 says: “my soul waits for the Lord more than watchmen for the morning, more than watchmen for the morning.”
Not only is he eager to be “with God”, he expresses His certainty that He will come. Just as sure as the sun will rise, the Lord is coming – and with Him is forgiveness, steadfast love, and plentiful redemption.
What do you know this morning, sisters? Do you know your own guilt? And more than that, do you know the certainty that the Lord is near, and with Him are all of the things that make all of the difference?
This is such a comfort for me today. I have been struggling with guilt today, though I have confessed and know He is ever loving, I still feel horribly AT&T I have yet again disappointed Him, but He doesn't think the way we think? I am so grateful for she read truth,say a prayer for a sister
To wait expectantly of Him, for Him, with Him and to have hope in His word. To know His love for me is real and incredible. Soothes my soul tremendously.
Sisters, I heard this song on the radio today. I've heard it many times before, but today it brought me to the brink of tears. I hope it touches/speaks to you today, as it did me. God Bless all of you beautiful, strong women!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzGAYNKDyIU
"Redeemed"- Big Daddy Weave
Looking forward to listening to it…couldn't do it on my current device, but so appreciate your sharing.
Absolutely beautiful song bring me to tears. thanks for sharing Lauren.
This is my current Favorite song! It makes my heart overflow to think about his love and grace for me!!
What a wonderful song to accompany today's devotion! Thank you for sharing. The words are so very powerful!
Blessings to all today! As watchmen wait for the morning, my Goddaughter waits to hold her newborn (4 days old) son who is in a neonatal unit. Please include this family in your prayers. Thanks.
Praying for that precious baby and the family. So hard to wait to hold your baby.
Heavenly Father, thank you for the redemption and the protection I gain from knowing you. Thank you for hearing my cry, and blessing me to overflowing. Thank you for the hope in your word. I wait for you. Amen
My prayer for today is that in every moment of my life – good, bad, or indifferent – I would "…long for The Lord more than sentries long for the dawn, yes, more than sentries long for the dawn." Lord I want every fiber of myself to long for you and only you… Even in this season of trial and tribulation, I want to long for you.
Praying for you, Alyssa.
Praying this along with you and for you, Alyssa.
I think it's important to find balance between recognizing our sinfulness and accepting God's love for us anyway.
And so often difficult to juggle those two balls. I find myself dropping one or the other daily. So glad God keeps no record of my inability to balance. Blessings, Lindy.
Lord hear me today. That I need you to overcome the anxiety and fear that is gripping my heart. I feel I’m being prepared for something, but I don’t know what!? Please watch over us, keep us close.
In Jesus name, amen!
Heavenly father, breathe through Ellen with your Holy Spirit and surround her with your peace. Amen
Ellen MR, praying with you that the bonds of anxiety and fear will be broken by the power of the Holy Spirit. Praising God as He works through you, prepares you….it is so hard to watch and wait, but light will break and The Morning of His work in you will dawn. Praying that when that light comes you will share with this community as a witness to His grace.
Ellen, I am too going through a battle of anxiety and fear and also feel that God is preparing me for something. I think this battle is a step of preparation. He wants us to learn the tools of warfare. It is not easy. It is a daily struggle and it is so overwhelming. But, everywhere I look He keeps bringing Scripture to me that says Be Courageous, Do Not Fear. Ps. 27:14, Joshua 1:9 and many others. When you've fought as hard as you can and done all you know to do, just Stand Firm knowing He is fighting for you and Trust Him. Easier said than done at times, but I am walking this road with you. I'll be praying for you.
Ellen we are praying for you dear friend in Jesus' name! "You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in You, all whose thoughts are fixed on You!" Isaiah 26:3 "But when I am afraid I will put my trust in You." Psalm 56:3. Guard your thoughts and speak the Word when you are overwhelmed. You are strong because God is with you and IN you and His protection of His people is like:
1. A rock that can't be moved!
2. A fortress the enemy can't break through.
3. A shield that comes between us and harm.
4. A horn of salvation – might and power!
5. A stronghold high above our enemies!
"The Lord is my Rock, my fortress, and my Savior, my God is my Rock in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the power that saves me and my place of safety." Psalm 18:2