I come from a long line of “fixers.” My grandfather loved to tinker with stuff, and he could repair or build almost anything. My dad’s not quite to that level, but he still can look at a problem and find a solution that works.
Somehow, I missed that gene—or I just wasn’t paying attention when they tried to teach me. Whatever the case, I’m not a handy person. In fact, when I work on things, they usually end up worse than before I started. Even if I read an instruction manual or watch a hundred online videos, I come to the same conclusion: I have no idea what I’m doing!
Over time, I’ve made peace with my lack of handiness. That’s why I rely on mechanics to fix my car. I call plumbers to stop leaks. And I trust electricians to fix my outlets.
I know my limits, and I’m not shy about asking professionals for help.
But my inability to make things work right is not limited to household appliances or utilities. My biggest weaknesses have nothing to do with pipes or wires or nuts and bolts. They are rooted in my spiritual life. As inept as I am with a wrench or hammer, that doesn’t hold a candle to my helplessness in the face of sin and the struggles of life.
I could not rescue myself from sin on my own, and I cannot sustain my relationship with God on my own. I need help from the only “fixer” who matters.
That’s why I appreciate reminders like Psalm 121. A “song of ascents” voiced by Jewish festival pilgrims as they made their way up the hill that led into Jerusalem, this psalm helps me refocus when my vision gets a little fuzzy. It challenges me to acknowledge my own weakness and to rely on the One who formed me in my mother’s womb, the One who knows me better than I know myself and still loves me more than anyone else could.
I’ve been through a lot of storms in my life, and I’ve learned that there’s only one place to turn. Like the psalmist, I know that “my help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth” (v.2). I’ve surrendered to the God who “does not slumber or sleep” (v.4). No matter what the stress, scandal, or suffering, He has served as my protector and my shelter.
The season of Lent challenges us to examine our lives ruthlessly and to remove any hint of self-reliance or spiritual independence. We’re called to repent of our arrogance and find comfort in the God who sent His Son to accomplish what we could not accomplish on our own.
By sending Jesus, the Maker of heaven and earth proved that He has the power and grace to meet our deepest need. This also means that we can trust Him to handle any other problem that comes our way.
Written by Bob Bunn
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Psalm 120:1-2
“ I call on the Lord In my distress, and He answers me”. “Save me Lord, from lying lips
The Lord hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.
Psalm 126:3
Amen ❤️
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Dear Father, Maker of heaven and earth, my help comes from you.
I do not need to strive or try so hard to defend myself because, Lord, you are my protector. I’m sorry for the way I take things into my own hands; please Lord, help me to release.
Thank you for the assurances you have given me to show that you are moving in a situation I continually cry out to you about. I have tried so hard to do things in my own strength and it always ends badly. However, when I step back, I see glimpses of your hand at work, and I know that I am only seeing part of the picture. I know that you are answering me, and I need to trust that the one who is enthroned in heaven has much better timing and understanding than I do! O Lord, help me to proclaim that you are my keeper! I can testify to the fact that unless you had delivered me from my own struggles I would have been swallowed up alive. You did not let that happen; you moved mountains. You are great!
Please forgive me. Please do not treat me as my sin deserves. Please turn to me and be gracious to me. You loved me so much that you sent your son to die for me. Hallelujah, what a Saviour! Jesus, thank you thank you.
Thank you for this reminder that because you handled my biggest problem, you can handle any one of my problems. So Lord, you can handle this situation, and so I again commit it to you. You know it fully. Help me to wait upon you, and Father, I humbly ask that you would continue to show me small glimpses of the bigger work that you are doing. Lord God, help me to be faithful to you.
In Jesus’s name,
Amen
Sigh, posted on wrong day – again :/
Ps 130:3-5
3 Lord, if you kept a record of our sins, who, O Lord, could ever survive?
4 But you offer forgiveness, that we might learn to fear you.
5 I am counting on the Lord; yes, I am counting on him. I have put my hope in his word.
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Ps 134
1 Oh, praise the Lord, all you servants of the Lord, you who serve at night in the house of the Lord.
2 Lift your hands toward the sanctuary, and praise the Lord.
3 May the Lord, who made heaven and earth, bless you from Jerusalem.
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In The Sanctuary, Kurt Carr
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RHONDA J yes, such encouraging verses, Ps 126:5-6. praying for your nephew and grandson
TRICIA C ❤️
KIMBERLY Z ❤️
TINA ❤️
TERESA COOPER DONLEY ❤️
CEE GEE ❤️ aka The Fixer ❤️ among other awesome talents! I’m not really a fixer, more like a problem solver which can be a problem of its own!
MARTHA HIX – ❣️what a great memory and reminder!!
SHARON JERSEY GIRL ❤️
WENDY B ❤️ what a beautiful testimony! And the mountains, they always speak peace to me and remind me of the amazing creations of God.
MERCY ❤️
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Good Evening She’s! I didn’t post a comment this morning, but I wanted to point out that I have a new favorite scripture! I’m surprised no one else mentioned it! Psalm 126:5 Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy.” This is such a balm and promise in hard times and trials! In our pain we are sowing..we are in the dark, like a seed that seems all is lost, but–with God, the water and light, we begin to sprout and grow…and we will REAP something wonderful…AND shout with Joy! The grave turns to gardens, the dessert a lush valley, a test to a testimony, a mess to a message, death to life!!
Then verse 6:
He who goes out weeping bearing the seed for sowing shall come home with shouts of joy, bringing his sheaves!
We should be out sowing those seeds!! And then we also have a part in bring them home! Remember the hymn “Bringing in the Sheaves…bringing in the sheaves! We shall come rejoicing bringing in the sheaves!!
The fields are ripe for harvest….ALWAYS!! NOW!! We should be sowing seeds, watering, giving light! Bringing people to the Lord, mentoring, shepherding!! That makes faith so much more vivid and joyful!!
And if in a hard place…we shall have a harvest soon! Be around people that are your water and light. Be in church. And for sure, be in the word and prayer! For sorrow lasts for a night, but joy comes in the morning.
My nephews birthday is tomorrow. Place pray for him to have strength, and of course to find the Lord. My grandson Brayden definitely needs prayer too. Thank you so much. I sent that scripture to both.
Yes, Rhonda, great verses and worth our focus! Thanks for sharing them; they did stand out to me when I read them this morning and I loved singing that hymn years ago. ❤
Praying the verses speak to both young men and whet their aopetite for more of God’s Word.
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5 Those who plant in tears
will harvest with shouts of joy.
6 They weep as they go to plant their seed,
but they sing as they return with the harvest.
Amen, Rhonda. This verse caught my eye and is one I have been memorizing and carrying with me – what a promise!
Rhonda, morning! I am sure had i commented, I may have said something. I love those words, They have seen me through some dark ans sad times.. we can love those words together!
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So well said.. ❤️ there is a time for everything (even sorrow) and — when placed in the redemptive hands of Jesus — a purpose for everything (even sorrow). EXCELLENT reminder! :)
Thank you Lord for being my help and my shelter. Your love sustains and guides me. I know you are in control Lord. I trust you.
I have been relying on myself way too much lately. My self reliance has been creating anxiety in my life. I have been surrendering more to Jesus when I feel the anxiety start to creep inside of me
Prayers for you Jennifer, thank you for sharing.
Jennifer, praying for you to find a balance and peace..in Jesus’s name. Amen. ❤️
Trusting in the Lord this season! It isn’t always easy, but this devotional and these readings are so helpful & such good reminders!
I was gripped by Psalms 127: 1-2. Today in leadership trainings, journaling and how to manage your time better courses v2 says the exact opposite. And that is so comforting.
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This song came to mine today and I thought I would share. Happy Wednesday!❤️
Trust and Obey
When we walk with the Lord in the light of His Word
What a glory He sheds on our way!
While we do His good will, He abides with us still
And with all who will trust and obey
Trust and obey, for there’s no other way
To be happy in Jesus, but to trust and obey
Not a shadow can rise, not a cloud in the skies
But His smile quickly drives it away
Not a doubt or a fear, not a sigh or a tear
Can abide while we trust and obey
Oh, Trust and obey, for there’s no other way
To be happy in Jesus, but to trust and obey
Then in fellowship sweet we will sit at His feet
Or we’ll walk by His side in the way
What He says we will do, where He sends we will go
Never fear, only trust and obey
Trust and obey, for there’s no other way
To be happy in Jesus, but to trust and obey
Oh, Trust and obey, for there’s no other way
To be happy in Jesus, but to trust and obey
And ‘Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus
Just to take Him at His Word
Just to rest upon His promise
Just to know, “Thus saith the Lord”
Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him!
How I’ve proved Him o’er and o’er
Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus!
Oh, for grace to trust Him more
Lord oh, for grace to trust You more
Oh one of my old favorites from church! I wish we would sing some of these good ones at church still! I do have a playlists of hymns but forget to play it!
This is one of my favourite oldies, always reminds me of my childhood,, thanks for the reminder, Tricia. Prayerful all is well with you..❤️
Psalm 121 offers profound & perfect peace.
A fellow She prescribed a meditation practice earlier this week for reading all scripture not just the songs…
“Picture vividly. Ponder each word. Pray it back”.
How pleasing to His ear.
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Happy Wednesday ladies! Praying for you all today. What a great reminder God only puts on us what we can handle. I’m sure we’ve all had seasons of life where it feels like you cannot handle one more thing but it’s so nice when you’re on the other side and can see how much you truly can get through.
Hi Miss Kimberly! Always good to see you!
Kimberly, praying life is being kind to you.. Hello!❤️
“I lift my eyes to the mountains. Where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth.”
I have always loved this verse. I truly need to sing it in my heart every day, all day long. Trying to make sense of things on my own, or by getting information from the world certainly doesn’t work! You’d think I would have learned long ago that my help always and only comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth. Think I’ll listen to Casting Crowns sing about that now.
This is the verse I have on Julees headstone. It soothes my soul to hearit, see it, read it.
Hope you are well..❤️
“Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it:
except the Lord keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain.
It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows:
for so he giveth his beloved sleep.”
(Psalm 127: 1-2).
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There is so much sound advice in this psalm for our modern day living. Many feel exhausted and unfulfilled despite the outward success. This is a false illusion of happiness the Bible is warning us. Bread of sorrows in the form of vain back breaking labour. How much bread of sorrows can one consume?
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“Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord: and the fruit of the womb is his reward
As arrows are in the hand of a mighty man; so are children of the youth.
Happy is the man that hath his quiver full of them:
they shall not be ashamed,
but they shall speak with the enemies in the gate” (Psalm 127: 3-4).
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So much food for thoughts in these verses. Modern day culture has replaced the traditional value of having a large beautiful family with other things. There is this great temptation that happiness is found in career, travel, and uninterrupted leisure, sometimes beautiful figures too from not having kids. Having kids is no longer prioritized. Many seek “freedom” in this form, to avoid the burden of family responsibility. Worldly pleasures are fleeting (travel, fine dining, entertainment), but the true purpose and joy of being a parent (raising children, building legacy, instilling godly values, serving others, etc) is the true fruitfulness. This makes me think of the pain of God being the Parent. The Bible is the best parenting book in my opinion, showing how He loves us knowing the betrayal, the prodigal stages we will go through. If I hadn’t become a parent, I would never feel God’s heart. Parenthood is a long journey of stripping away of self, to empty ourselves of self, to lean on the supernatural patience of God to get through, to rely on prayers. When we see your own flaws mirrored in our children, it creates so much humility, and we see the need for much grace, and how we too should extend grace. We learn to love someone so deeply that their pain becomes your own. Then, back to GOD, we begin to see how God feels when His children wander, fail, or suffer. Our capacity to love is stretched until it hurts, and then again, which is how the heart grows. Something I usually forget, and need a constant reminder, even though I am a parent, I am also a child being led by my Heavenly Father, I have His Grace and His mercies. Unless the Lord builds the house (the life, the directions, the ordained steps…) we can easily labour in vain. May God be with us every step of the way. Be blessed dear sisters.
Amen, always great wisdom my friend!
Amen @mercy!
Such great parallels, Mercy! I, too, realized as a young mom that the ‘teachable moments’ weren’t just for my kids! ❤
Amen, sweet, wise Mercy!❤️
Amen
“I call on the Lord in my distress, and he answers me.”
Psalms 120:1 NIV
https://bible.com/bible/111/psa.120.1.NIV
Monday night, I was in deep distress. I read all of these Psalms, went to bed in peace and slept. God uses His word to calm us and give us peace no matter the circumstances!
I love all of your comments! I’m praying for all the requests and prodigals!
Have a blessed day!
BOB BUNN- The world needs MORE of this kind of HUMILITY! Thank you for this beautifully written devo and for freely sharing a trait that many would not share. ❤
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Bob very humbly admitted,
“As inept as I am with a wrench or hammer, that doesn’t hold a candle to my helplessness in the face of sin and the struggles of life.
I could not rescue myself from sin on my own, and I cannot sustain my relationship with God on my own. I need help from the only “fixer” who matters.” Amen! ❤
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I AM a fixer – I got the ‘make-do’ gene, too! Why does that feel like a negative confession after reading Bob’s words?
Maybe because when we’re gifted that way (and I do very much think of it as a gift) we are used to taking charge/control of a situation or thing and making it right /whole again.
BUT…
Bob is so right! Even when we have what it takes to be a fixer of ‘things’ we do not possess the power to fix our spiritual lives or anyone else’s. Father, help me to humbly submit to You knowing You are the only True Fixer!
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SONG SHARE:
Casting Crowns – Praise You In This Storm (Official Lyric Video)
Lyrics:
I was sure by now
God You would have reached down
And wiped our tears away
Stepped in and saved the day
But once again, I say “Amen”, and it’s still raining
As the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain
“I’m with you”
And as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise the God who gives
And takes away
I’ll praise You in this storm
And I will lift my hands
For You are who You are
No matter where I am
Every tear I’ve cried
You hold in Your hand
You never left my side
And though my heart is torn
I will praise You in this storm
I remember when
I stumbled in the wind
You heard my cry
You raised me up again
My strength is almost gone
How can I carry on
If I can’t find You
As the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain
“I’m with you”
And as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise the God who gives
And takes away
I lift my eyes unto the hills
Where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord
The maker of Heaven and Earth
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Love, hugs, and prayers! ❤
Cee Gee, you asked about the other birth that posed a conflict with Emily’s due date, that doula opportunity never panned out. I do have another possible doula client that is due April 15. If I get this job I’ll have to split my time between the client and Emily.
Thank you for your prayers. ❤️
You got ’em! Hope and pray you are completely recovered quickly! ❤
I too am a fixer!… my husband was a person who could fix almost anything. That was just how his mind was wired.
A cute side note… when family members recognize that they are doing something that he might’ve done they say “I Andy Hix’d it”.
Bob is so right! Even when we have what it takes to be a fixer of ‘things’ we do not possess the power to fix our spiritual lives or anyone else’s. Father, help me to humbly submit to You knowing You are the only True Fixer!
Yes… thank you Cee Gee!❤️
So sweet, Martha! Thanks for sharing that precious memory! ❤
Martha, that is so sweet! Andys memory lives on.. hugs❤️
You are a fixer too? Not at all bad to share more about yourself. I love it. Wow Cee Gee. Singing solo and playing piano to a worship song is an impressive talent. ❤️ I practiced piano in elementary school but stopped. I feel so encouraged to try again.☺️ What an inspiration you are.✨✨✨
I took piano too, and have been wanting to get a keyboard to practice again. Oh how I WISH I could sing!! Lord knows I sing anyway all day long! :)
Rhonda, I have struggled practicing with a keyboard; the touch is so different. I wish I hadn’t left my piano behind when we moved. Let us know if you get started! ❤
MERCY, sweet sister- Notice it was only 3 solos! There’s a reason for that. LOL
And I bombed trying to play a hymn once at church. ☺☺☺
I love you for that compliment, but I truly don’t measure up! I hope you are still inspired- truly! You are young and have years to enjoy learning a musical skill. Keep us posted on that please! ❤
MERCY, sweet sister- Notice it was only 3 solos! There’s a reason for that. LOL
And I bombed trying to play a hymn once at church. ☺☺☺
I love you for that compliment, but I truly don’t measure up! I hope you are still inspired- truly! You are young and have years to enjoy learning a musical skill. Keep us posted on that please! ❤
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The theme that stands out to me from today’s Psalms is that our help comes from the Lord. We are to look to Him in times of trouble, not to the world or any other source, but to Him. We call, He answers. We look to Him, He shows mercy. Those who trust in Him can not be shaken. If we can not trust the Maker of heaven and earth, then who can we trust?
Our help is in Your name O Lord.
All glory and praise be to You.
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Happy Wednesday She’s.❤️
Hope you are feeling better soon Sharon and praying for your family.
Amen
Praying good health over you my dear friend.. blessings ❤️
Psalm 120:6-7 I have dwelt too long with those who hate peace. I am for peace; but when I speak, they are for war.
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This feels like what we are living through today. The country is so divided, yet no one wants to listen to each other. It is ugly. It is draining. Thankfully we have God to turn to in times like this.
Another day of reading beautiful Psalms and a reminder of where to keep our focus….”I lift my eyes vs 121:1, 123:1,2. I will often say to myself, to others in conversations of seeking encouragement, direction, wisdom or in praying, some form of the phrase “eyes on Jesus” to remind my heart or others that we have to keep looking to Him. He is our help, our strength, our keeper, our provider, our healer, our hope.
Eleven years ago as my father’s health was very slowly declining our family (extended) was all away on a camping vacation 10 hours from home in another province. My Dad suddenly deterioted and had to be hospitalized. After a number of days he was somewhat stabilized enough for transfer but the logistics of an inter provincial transfer was less than ideal and so the option was given to us for him to be released to our care and my Mom and I were given a crash course in providing care for him to drive home. Yikes. Early that morning, I was up sitting on a bench overlooking the lake and mountains, Bible in my lap feeling completely overwhelmed by the idea of driving 10 hours thru the mountains with my Dad so unwell, being responsible for his care and also for my Mom. I flipped open my Bible with no plan other than knowing I needed a word from the Lord; that I needed help, courage and strength for the day ahead and the page literally fell open to Psalm 121… I lift my eyes toward the mountains. Where will my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth…..the Lord watches over you….the Lord will keep you all from harm…. ❤️
Only God. The very presence and assurance from God in that moment was so, so tangible. For years and years, nature, God’s creation and in particular mountains have been such a poignant reminder to me of the greatness of God, the vastness of His presence – I actually feel like I can physically breath easier in the mountains. :) The Lord meeting me in that way in the early morning moments on that day were such a beautiful kindness of the Lord of just being reminded of His love for me, that His presence was near that I could just look to Him to lead us home that day. It was not easy; tending to my Dad while driving, was so hard and scary, but our entourage of trucks, trailers etc did make it safely and we got my Dad to the hospital that was waiting for him. Looking back it was just so surreal but goodness, was the Lord’s presence and strength so very, very real. He was (and is) where our help comes from. On a wall in our living room, we have a mountain shaped shelf with various mountain scenes photos that I have taken and Psalm 121:1-2 in the center. It is a constant reminder to me to look to Him. Thank you precious Lord for the gift of your Word and that we can look to you. We praise your name for the ways you watch over us, keep our feet from stumbling, bring us peace and are by our side. Thank you that you reign and are Sovereign over all and for the great things you have done. Amen
Be blessed and encouraged today SRT sisters….eyes on Jesus❤️
Oh me, too, Wendy!! Something about the mountains just calms my body and my mind. Most of nature is a huge reminder to me of God’s presence and majesty… sunrises, sunsets, flowers and spring rain. Such variety and diversity in God’s creation – and yet He cares of each sparrow and for us, too!! Amazed and grateful this morning.
Thank you for sharing your heart today Wendy. Your words are a blessing.
That’s beautiful, Wendy❤️
What a beautiful and powerful testimony, Wendy! Have you ever felt God leading you to do a 30 day devotional (or longer!?) You have such a gift- I know you mentioned how long it takes to get the words right, but what a blessing to read! Love you! ❤
❤️ thank you Wendy!
Beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing. God is so Awesome!❤️
Wendy, this was so very precious to read, Gid bless you for sharing with us.
Psalm 121 sure does have a special place in my heart..❤️❤️
Amen!
“My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.” There is something so intimate and awesome about this verse— that in the middle of our circumstances, the God who created the universe, also care about us humans— a speck in the midst of His great creation. Thank you, father for your unending love. Because we know you hear our prayers and answer in the way that you think is best for us. As a born “fixer,” I appreciate your gentle love that encourages us to bring our lives and circumstances to you, reminding us that we are not alone, and that we cannot do this alone.
P.S. I love the Psalms of Ascent. Back in/around 2010, Beth Moore had a wonderful study on these psalms and I loved it. May still be available if you have a chance to watch the studies.
I am going to check out that Bible study. Thank you!
♥️Thanks, Maria… loved your comments… I also did Beth’s study … so good! Have a Blessed Day!
I just looked up Beth Moore’s study. I think I’m going to get it. Thank you for suggesting it.
I love Beth Moore. I’ll have to look that study up. Thanks!
SRT also did a 21 day study – The Psalms of Ascent. You can google it and it will pop up. ❤
I did Beth Moore’s study on the Psalms od Ascent back then, too. One of her studies is as good as a seminary class!
Wendy, this was so very precious to read, Gid bless you for sharing with us.
Psalm 121 sure does have a special place in my heart..❤️❤️
Praising God throughout each circumstance! I loved the analogy of him as the ultimate fixer. He is in control always!
My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. Let me always and only turn to you Lord ✝️
120:7
I am for peace;
But when I speak, they are for war
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How to handle adversarial relationships? Lord, please give me the right words or the strength to remain silent/walk away.
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This morning’s song in my mind –
Trust In God, Elevation Worship, Writers: Brandon Lake, Christopher Joel Brown, Mitch Wong, Steven Furtick,
…. I sought the Lord and He heard and He answered
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TERESA COOPER DONLEY ❤️❤️❤️
WENDY B my info came via email, maybe sent to subscribers, or a group of subscribers?
CEE GEE & MERCY ❤️❤️ great songs! And the gift of singing (well!), awesome!
HEIDI ❤️ love seeing you and your comments again!
SHARON JERSEY GIRL ❤️ praying you recover quickly, praying for a smooth delivery for your newest grand. Also praying for Laverne and Mike, that’s a painful road to walk
TAMI ❤️
Thank you for that info :)
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That verse jumped out at me, too, along with this from 123:
3 Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy,
for we have had our fill of contempt.
4 We have had more than our fill of the scoffing of the proud
and the contempt of the arrogant.
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Adding a personal amen to your prayer! ❤
You are so gifted with kind words, amazing discipline to attend to prayers, and a lovely sense of humor ❤️ I had a chuckle at your “well!” :)
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Amen!
Praying so many of these Psalms over Jerusalem, over Israel, this morning. Praying a protection over the land God has had such connection to and love for since before any of these words were written. As Passover quickly approaches, please pray for God to again reveal himself to the leaders and inhabitants there, for protection during a sacred time of remembrance of what God did so long ago in rescue of his people in Egypt. Praying for eyes/hearts will be opened to the continuation of the story–his ultimate rescue–that he has absolutely fulfilled his promise to send a Savior to his people. The unrest, arrogance, injustices all over our planet are a source of grief to our God of peace. God, ignight in our hearts to be your hands and feet, carrying your message of peace and redemption to your world that we’ve been entrusted with.
it didn’t allow me to edit.. hmm… but please allow me to correct myself: IGNITE. smh… it’s early… ;)
Well said! God loves his people and nation. His promises stand, he will rescue the promised land, holding it secure as he has always done.
I am praying these Psalms over Israel this morning too. Your prayer is well said and I’m joining you in praying for Israel and those around the world who haven’t made Jesus their Savior.
I am praying this also. ❤️
Amen HEIDI. I also feel deep urgency to pray for safety over Passover for Jewish communities around the world. And also Christian communities over the coming Easter that we can celebrate and worship in peace, we come against any evil attempts.
with you, Heidi, in praying the Psalms over the troubled lands.. Lord, hear our prayers..❤️
Amen!
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Psalm 120:6-7
“I have dwelt too long
with those who hate peace.
I am for peace; but when I speak,
they are for war.”
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This jumped out to me today as it seems that our national discourse is fueled by anger and hate instead of peace and understanding. Not to coddle sin, but to listen to gain understanding of common ground to move forward in peace and godly justice.
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SHARON JERSEY GIRL – prayers for Laverne and Emily.
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TERESA COOPER DONLEY & HEIDI – it was nice to see you here yesterday. Thank you for your comments.
Yes Kelly those verses caught my attention and I too thought of current world circumstances. May peace abound and May we be the ones to share that peace with others.
Amen Danielle and Kelly ❤️
Yes, Kelly. Same thoughts reading this verses.
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I needed this today. I have just been feeling very overwhelmed like I do everything for everyone and this was such a great reminder that I need to be giving all of those worries and anxiety to God in prayer.
.Amen. Brenda❤️
Oh Ladies – I know all our song aficionados will point us to the very best version, but I could hear the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir singing as soon as I started reading Psalm 121!!
Praise the Lord for His gracious protection and the fact that He is with us constantly!
The song that came to my mind was Casting Crowns’ “Praise You in the Storm,” the bridge includes the lyrics: “I lift my eyes unto the hills / Where does my help come from? / My help comes from the Lord / The Maker of Heaven and Earth”.
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That’s what started singing in my mind as well, but I couldn’t remember what song it was from!
I just shared that song! ☺☺☺❤
Also thought of Hillsong’s ‘Song of Ascent’. Beautiful.
I love that one! ❤️
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