I can still picture the three of us sitting in the living room: me, my brother, and Mom. Every morning, near a canopy of pine trees out the window, we read a chapter of Scripture together, and this morning our mission was to memorize Psalm 139. To be honest, one of the reasons this memory stands out is because memorizing Scripture wasn’t a big part of my life growing up. But for some reason, Mom got it into her head that this psalm was going to be the one.
From what we know about wisdom literature in the Bible, Psalm 139 appears to be, in part, a wisdom psalm. This means it’s meant to encourage us to reflect and meditate on God and his Word. Woven throughout each stanza, we notice themes of worshipping God and His creation, including the smallest details that make up our human bodies. “I will praise you because I have been remarkably and wondrously made,” wrote the psalmist. “Your works are wondrous, and I know this very well (Psalm 139:14)”
I can’t help but make a connection between this verse and our brain’s remarkable ability to memorize and recall things like songs, stories, and Scripture. This alone is worthy of awe and praise. Because I struggle to memorize verses, I’m grateful to have gotten this one psalm inside of me so many years ago.
I relied on this last summer during an MRI when my nerves got the better of me and I began to panic. God kindly brought this passage to mind, along with other relaxation strategies, and it was such a powerful comfort to recite each familiar verse like it was an old friend. Even in the MRI machine, I was under God’s care and protection.
Lent is a time when we willingly reflect on our sin and mortality. I find this a little easier to do after reading Psalm 139, which assures us that God knows our inner thoughts already. If Lent unearths feelings of shame, this is a great psalm to read as a comfort. God is not surprised by our brokenness or the limitations of our love. “Even the darkness is not dark to you,” the passage says (v.12). When we remember how God formed us from dirt—which some do by marking their foreheads with ash on Ash Wednesday—it humbles us. But we’re also told just how beautifully crafted we are and that God delights to show us the path out of our temptation to sin.
We receive so many daily messages challenging God’s truth that we are well-made and well-loved. But reading Psalm 139 can help us reflect on our truest identity.
So today, even as we confess our sins, let’s also thankfully remember the hope we have in Jesus: “The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me,” writes the psalmist. “LORD, your faithful love endures forever; do not abandon the work of your hands” (Psalm 138:8).
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ok, something weird is happening with the replies, it wouldn’t let me reply but then just posted it as a post.. anyways. psalm 139 is also one i memorized and recite when I can’t sleep. I have always loved the part when David says, “when I wake up, I am still with you”, I picture him literally falling asleep reciting this like me and then waking up and being like oh hey, you’re still here! baby Iris is in a stage where she wants us there until she falls asleep, I imagine when she wakes up it’s so scary that mom isn’t there anymore. but with God that never happens. he is always there. his faithful love endures forever
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cat-tee, I just screenshotted this I have to find it!! when I read this verse today I was literally like I need to help my daughter memorize this when she starts to get scared of the dark. I’m going to find this lullaby and put it on her tonie box!
Last week I was NOT caught up. This week, I totally am. I am doing a 90-day Bible reading challenge, and it is not easy. And this study hasn’t really “grabbed” me, you know? Thank you, RHONDA J for reaching out the other day. It inspired me to keep going, when I really feel like quitting.
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Prayer request… I have no new info on Matt. Hubby has not reached out to check. (If it were me, I would have.) Even though continued prayers for him and his family are good, I need prayers for my family. Our oldest son has fractured some bones in his foot. He has no job and no insurance. (This would be a long story.) I really need to feel God’s presence, but I totally don’t. Please pray for quick and miraculous healing, and for a way to be made for future employment and financial favor in this situation. (His employment situation was looking favorable, but now this.) Poor kid can’t get a break. (“PUNNY”-not funny, I know!)
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And I feel like I am having anxiety issues regarding my own health. Tests say I’m fine, but I really don’t feel like it.
Thank you, also, to others that commented and were wondering. (Last week is a blur, as I read so many Psalms, devotions and comments)… CEE GEE, MERCY and KELLY, maybe?
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I prayed for requests as I read them. I’m sorry that was all, though.
Lord, please be near to your daughter Adrienne. As she spends time in your Word and seeking you may she experience and discover you in fresh ways that bring her closer to you and long for more. I pray for all the things that are on her heart with her family and friends and ask Lord that your hand would be at work. Give Adrienne direction, clarity and wisdom as she feels unwell and is not quite sure how to proceed, bring healing to what doesn’t feel right and give her peace. Bless and encourage her today. Amen ❤️
Thank you, Wendy. ❤️
Verses 15-16 of Psalm 139 take me back to the summer of’94 when my firstborn was in the NICU weighing in at 2.5 lbs. I literally got to see God finish weaving him together outside of my womb, and I have never recovered from the staggering miracle (and TBH, trauma) of it all. I can never read this verse without thinking about that, and about knowing that even then that God held his life in His hands.
I forgot to have you all wish Mari v a Happy Birthday yesterday!! (I didn’t go back to look if she posted it was her birthday!) Lets tell her how much we love her!! :)
Psalm 139 is such a favorite! What really stood out to me today was God upholding us, guiding us, sustaining us with His right hand! I’m really hanging on to Him today! Psalm 136:12, 138:7, 139:10. Also, really thinking about not hindering and getting in the way of God’s plans for my life, aka letting fear hold me back from where God is leading me and letting His purpose prevail. Psalm 138:8 “The LORD will work out his plans for my life—for your faithful love, O LORD, endures forever. Don’t abandon me, for you made me.” NLT
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I prayed for each request as I read them. For some reason, my phone is being persnickity and the reply button won’t work for me. I am so uplifted by all of your comments. Psalm 139 is such a blessing!
May I say “His faithful love endures forever”
amid the rough & ragged circumstances & conditions of life … & the celebratory ones as well.
I am broken. I am limited.
“His faithful love endures forever”.
I am blessed. I am cherished.
“His faithful love endures forever”.
How wondrous are His works!
Thank you for this touching thought. I am going to carry this with me. Such a needed perspective at just the right time.
Love these words. Thank you for sharing ❤️
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About 8 years into my son’s diagnosis; I began to panic. I didn’t know how I would survive losing him. I sought out christian counselors to help me. But God was the only help I needed. Psalm 139 reminds me of that. There were so many times that God held me up.
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One time in particular was when Tanner was having a stroke. I noticed it while being in the hospital. I ran out to get a nurse and couldn’t even speak. They sent us to get an MRI and I had to go in with him. My arms were stretched inside holding his hand. I kept telling him to look at me. That it was going to be okay. I can remember to this day the look of fear on his face. I think back and know that I would have never gotten through such hard times without God holding me up.
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I write this with tears flowing. I am so very thankful to God. I am also so very thankful to all you women who also held me up in prayer. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
that is even hard to read, I don’t know how you handled all that. You are such a platform and testimony to other moms and all of us. Keep sharing.
Praise God for holding us when we can’t stand.
Thank you Rhonda.
Ditto Rhonda’s reply! I could picture that moment of the MRI and what a blessing you were to Tanner in that moment as you conveyed the strength to him that God had given you. Chills! Love you, sister! ❤
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Traci, I’m always amazed at the things a mother can do for her child. What a beautiful picture of you holding Tanner’s hands, and his gaze, inside that MRI machine. I pray that today that is a sweet memory for you. The calmness and love you brought to your son is just a glimpse of the calmness and love we receive when we keep our eyes on Jesus. Thank you for sharing your beautiful and heartbreaking story. May God bless you with peace, joy and comfort.
I love that thought Teresa, that that is just a glimpse of the love we receive when we too keep our eyes on Jesus!! SO GOOD!
Ditto to Rhonda’s comment to you! Thank you XO
Oh my love, the journey of our hearts.. certainly could not have done any of it without God..
Sending you some kindred love wrapped in prayers, Traci..♥️
Thank you so much Tina. No we could not have done any of this without our Father’s love, comfort, perseverance, and strength.
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Traci….I have no words. The visual of this is just the truest, deepest beauty and depth of a picture of a mother holding her child. May the Lord continue to uphold you as you steward the story He has carried you thru❤️
Precious Traci, I am reading this with tears as well. It brings back a memory of an MRI Jack had and they had to bring me back with him because he was fearful and crying. I know you took such great care of Tanner and that you miss him so much! I pray for you every day, sweet sister. ❤️
Reminds me of the song Wonderfully made by Elie Holcomb who was a recent guest on the podcast.
That you kit me together in my mother’s womb and that you say I’ve never been hidden from you. And you say that I’m wonderfully, wonderfully made. You search me and know me. You know when I sit, when I rise…. What if I saw me, the way that you see me?
This is just some of the lyrics.
Yes,great song, Caroline, and I haven’t heard it in a while.! ❤ Glad you were prompted to share it!
Beautiful song❤️
As I read these chapters today, 2 really beautiful themes stand out that are so encouraging. These are verses to direct our hearts to the Lord and to praise Him for the mighty ways He has lead, His provision, His power, His faithfulness…. Praise the Lord. I know He is great. Your name endures forever. Your love endures forever. Give thanks. The glory of the Lord is great. He is mighty and worthy of praise. (135,136,138)
The second theme is that He knows me, He is near, and His plans and purposes will be fulfilled. The Lord will fulfill His purposes for me (138:9). You hem me in – behind and before (139:5) All the days ordained for me are written (139:16)
Resting in a heart posture of praise really does a lot for my thoughts and mind when I wrestle with the challenges and how precarious my physical health is and the mortality of life. Obviously none of us know the number of our days but reading the Truth that God knows me, is on all sides of me and has His hand on all my days is a hope and comfort. I don’t think I am articulating very well what I am trying to say but there is much to hold on to in these chapters. And, there is also a the challenge to use my days well. To be living my days with purpose, meaning and be an example of Jesus life and life. To not fritter away time or miss opportunities. To not get caught up in sin patterns and forget my great need of forgiveness and my Savior asking the Lord to search this wretched heart. Verses 23-24 of Psalm 139 are great verses to end on and rest on this Friday of our Lent study and gives me pause to reflect on.
Heavenly Father, we praise you for who you are, that you are good in more ways that we can ever fully realize, faithful in all our days, strong and mighty in power. Not a moment goes by that is without your knowledge. Thank you that you know every piece and part of us full well, that your purposes for our days are in your hands. As we seek you Lord in this season of Lent, search our hearts for all that separates us from you. Stir in us the longing to lift our hands to cast away what binds us, to surrender to you, and find us faithful and willing Lord to be humbly, deeply devoted to you. Thank you Father that your love endures forever. Amen❤️
Wendy I understand completely what you are saying. Life is so fragile and can move quickly. I too am so aware of not wanting to waste it. Prayers for you and what you are going through.
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Amen to that beautiful prayer, Wendy! You articulated your thoughts very well! Thank you for sharing how your personal journey has increased your faith and your awareness for living with purpose. ❤ Hugs!
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Amen, Wendy.
Amen Wendy! Thank you for this comment. ❤️
Thank you for your prayers for my mom and me. It did not go well yesterday when I told her she would be moving into assisted living. It went how we would expect it to go. She is grieving and I understand and grieve with her. Your prayers have been answered sweet blessing to me.
I’m sorry it didn’t go well. Its an incredibly hard journey. ❤️
BAILY- first, kudos to you and your mom for memorizing the whole chapter! What a beautifully written focus on Psalm 139!
This statement stood out to me:
“We receive so many daily messages challenging God’s truth that we are well-made and well-loved.”
Then this verse caught my eye!
Psalm 137:4 NLT
But how can we sing the songs of the Lord
while in a pagan land?
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Does that not ring true?! But, we MUST continue to sing and share the praise and JOY of the LORD!
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A song that has been running through my mind yesterday and today is my
SONG SHARE:
Phil Wickham – House Of The Lord (Official Lyric Video)
Partial lyrics:
We are forgiven accepted
Redeemed by His grace
Let the house of the Lord sing praise
There’s joy In the house of the Lord
There’s joy in the house of the Lord today
And we won’t be quiet
We shout out Your praise
There’s joy in the house of the Lord
Our God is surely in this place
And we won’t be quiet
We shout out Your praise
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TERESA ❤- I replied on last night’s comment! Thinking of you as I listened to the song just now!
MARINA ❤- I replied on last night’s comment and will be praying!
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Love, hugs,and prayers! ❤
*BAILEY!!!*
That’s crazy, I almost posted that song yesterday as it came on the radio/
The song I love is playing now “Lost in Your Love.” Brandon Lake.
It’s so beautiful.
Cool! ❤
cee gee, I scream sing this song Everytime it comes on his radio. lol. one of my favorites.
That one also came to me this week when we read the psalm with the phrase about the house of the Lord!
Oh to know God knit us together perfectly, although imperfectly in our opinion, is such a thought. The body is so miraculous in itself. And God knows our path, always loving and guiding us. Going before and after us, following our walk.
But God didn’t want robots forced to walk and talk with no own emotions. Therefore we all have free will and choices. And sin. Born separated from our Creator. Hard to understand for so many. The “God of love” theology that basically says IF there is a God, surely any good person will go to heaven. But we know, that is not truth, only one way, believing and receiving Jesus in repentance is The Way.
And those children, have the good book to give us so many words of the Father that knows us intimately and whom is guiding us. I don’t think anything is better aside from eternal life, then knowing He sees me in this hard, unpredictable life. It is a relief, respite, beautiful, epic foundation in our lives. The more his word is hidden deep in my heart, the more it overflows every step in my life.
I repeat there is nothing more important than being in your Bible everyday. If you have kids, read the Bible together everyday. If you are married, read the word together. If you are single, scroll the bible. It is such a joy to see incarcerated girls come into our class with their bibles that are more underlined, marked, and tabbed more than those that say they are Christians. Next time you are in church notice how few have a real Bible in their hands, or a notebook to take notes.
I was listening to Greg Laurie yesterday and he was talking about how in the 70’s, the Jesus Revolution, how being a new believer at just 2 weeks, the preacher had said that disciple go and tell/share. So he went out to the beach with his Bible, that was SO common those days, and wanted to talk to someone and tell them about Jesus. Today, Christians don’t want to be “those kinds of Christians.” YET…we should be. We should want to strike of conversations with everyone about Jesus! Awkward, but wonderful once you get the hang of it with your own personality!
Quick story about this- Stacey and I were at a last, quick stop at the end of a long tiring day, trying to find a pre-paid phone. When the last 2 stops were fruitless, Stacey said, it’s okay, God has the next stop ready for us. So as the guy, Christian, is trying to sell us a plan with a phone we are weary and just can’t hardly comprehend what he is saying, we ONLY want a phone quickly with no plan. But I ask him if he is a Christian like his name. He said I am, I am Jewish! I usually would run from that, but I pressed…but you have to BELIEVE in Jesus. He said proudly “oh yes, I believe in Yeshua! I was homeless 3 weeks ago, and I met a pastor, and he told us about Jesus. He gave us 400, got me this job and a car. We attend his church! Stacey says “I’m homeless.” We had tears as he told us his beautiful testimony right there at the counter and we are all in awe of how God works, and he gave Stacey his number and said “let me know if you every need a ride and I would love to help you. I want to do for others what was done for us!” He has a wife and a 6 month old girl. Showing us pictures there at the counter.
There are so many testimonies that come from conversations that either encourage your faith, or give you the opportunity to make others think about Jesus. There was a young employee that was behind the counter getting an earful.
I want to share more of Stacey and her faith on our SHE’S page. We need young Christians in our life to ignite us (although crazily, she has had so much revelation in her 5 months in jail then ever! Knowing more than a baby Christian!)
Have a beautiful Friday my She’s! Praying for the requests!
That’s beautiful beyond words, Rhonda! ❤❤❤
Oh wow, what a great encounter!
An old hymn popped into my head this morning reminding me of you and your encouraging us to witness:
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Rescue the Perishing
Rescue the perishing, care for the dying,
snatch them in pity from sin and the grave;
weep o’er the erring one, lift up the fallen,
tell them of Jesus the mighty to save.
Refrain:
Rescue the perishing, care for the dying;
Jesus is merciful, Jesus will save.
2 Though they are slighting Him, still He is waiting,
waiting the penitent child to receive;
plead with them earnestly, plead with them gently;
He will forgive if they only believe. [Refrain]
3 Down in the human heart, crushed by the tempter,
feelings lie buried that grace can restore;
touched by a loving heart, wakened by kindness,
cords that are broken will vibrate once more. [Refrain]
4 Rescue the perishing, duty demands it—
strength for your labor the Lord will provide;
back to the narrow way patiently win them,
tell the poor wand’rer a Savior has died. [Refrain]
I Love it, thanks for sharing. I will look it up!
What an amazing story, Rhonda:)
And, yes, yes, yes…read your Bible❤️
To know that God searches our hearts, He knows the very depths – yet He loves us still the same, oh how comforting this is.
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And to know that we can not flee His presence, He is with us wherever we go, holding us fast.
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No matter how many times I read Psalm 139, I am in awe – knowing He knit me together in my mother’s womb and all of my days were were written in His book, even before I was born!
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What a beautiful Psalm to attest to the fact that a baby is a baby at the moment of conception, and we were known to God even before that!
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I will praise Your name for Your unfailing love and faithfulness!
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Happy Friday She’s. Continuing to pray for your requests.
…still no baby yet!
It is amazing, especially when you are holding those sweet precious babies in your arms. What a gift! I so appreciate those that still fight hard against abortion.
Hoping you are feeling well now, and prayers for your daughter and the baby!
I was thinking of Emily and babe as I read this Psalm! ❤ Contunued prayers! ❤
So true Sharon. His love despite who we are…what a gracious kindness.❤️
Psalm 139 stuck out to me today. The nature of God— omnipotent, omniscient, omnipresent— brings such comfort because we know He never changes. He knows us all and all of us. The certainty that His “eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be” comforts me, especially on the days when sin feels heavy. He knows all of me and wants me to bring those spiritual struggles to Him. Father thank you, thank you, thank you for You are good and Your love endures forever. Have a Good Friday, She’s!
Yes, I understand that perfectly.
God, don’t abandon the work of your hands.
I think about when I sin and things seem hopeless. I think about loved ones who seem to want nothing to do with Jesus. Lord, don’t abandon the work of your hands.
Those who are incarcerated. Don’t abandon the work of your hands.
Amen, Kacie. ❤️
Thank you Lord for your steadfast love!! How beautiful that we are fully know by the Creator of the universe. My mind cannot fathom His infinite knowledge and wisdom! Thank you for each of your prayers over my Grandpa. His surgery went well! Hoping he can come home from the hospital today.
Thank you God..♥️
Susan, that is so great to hear! God is good!
Great news, Susan! Praise the Lord!
Ps 139:23-24
23 Search me, O God, and know my heart;
Try me, and know my anxieties;
24 And see if there is any wicked way in me,
And lead me in the way everlasting.
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Almighty God, You formed us and know every single thing about us, even/especially those thoughts and actions we work diligently to hide. Thank you Lord for Your everlasting love and mercy!
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TERESA COOPER DONLEY Hallelujah! For Amanda and her health, and for you and the progress you’re making in getting back on track physically and mentally ❤️❤️
MARINA S praying for your husband’s interview this morning, that he will show them if he is a good fit for the company and vice versa, he will be able to assess whether the company is a good fit for him.
WENDY B ❤️❤️ what a beautiful testimony yesterday, Grammie.
KIMBERLY Z congrats on the new job!
MARTHA HIX praying you wake up (or woke up) refreshed this morning and that your drive will be safe and uneventful! ❤️
ALLIYAH GARCIA – welcome!! Praying for your dad’s recovery and rewiring his habits!
CEE GEE ❤️ “If true worship/honoring God is not the reason behind the service, it is in vain – earthly value but no eternal value.”
JANE K praying your mom is able to process and accept the move. What a hard thing for both of you ❤️
ADRIENNE – where and how are you???? Praying all is well. ❤️
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Those 2 verses always hit me, too! ❤❤❤
Hi, SEARCHING! I have posted above. Am kinda hurting and just sad. Thanks for checking in on me, and keep me and my family in your prayers. Thank you
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Plz pray for my 48 year old brother’s heart surgery – he has just returned to the Lord and married in faith . pray for his renewal and the Lord’s glory to shine. I sent Ps 139 verse to him – thank you SRT.
Praying, Lisa. And how wonderful that your brother turned back to the Lord!
Praying!!
Praying Lisa..♥️
Putting him in my prayers, Lisa K.
Praying for your brother, Lisa. Is the surgery today or still coming up?
The highlighter pens had a field day on this Psalm!
So many good, wise and ‘so true’ words!
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Just the first 4 verses..
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Lord, you have examined me and you know me.
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You know everything I do;
From far away you understand all my thoughts.
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You see me whether I am working or resting; you know all my actions.
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EVEN before I speak, You already know what I will say.
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OMG!
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To God I am an open book! Nothing is hidden. He knows the real me..
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My titles do not define me.
My sins do not withhold His love.
My actions are not what buys me God’s love.
My praises do not guarantee anything, but they may help…
My size, my shape, my height, does not detract/withhold from God’s love
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BUT GOD..
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His knowledge of me.. His knowing every inch of me, every hair, scar, ache, sin, pain, every tear cried, every breathe I have taken, every word written and said..❤
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And He still cares..
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I tell you..THIS IS MY WAY HOME!!
My home!
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GOD SEES ME.. and yet still..
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GOD HEARS ME.. and yet still..
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GOD EXAMINES ME.. and yet still..
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These first four verse would be enough, but the ones that follow seal the deal for me..
I was NEVER a mistake, I was never unworthy, never unseen, never unprotected, never misunderstood, never a failure, never a nobody..
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I WAS ALWAYS IN HIS SIGHTS, LOVED, SEEN, HEARD, PRECIOUS, without judgement, for The LORD my God is, for always with me, faithful and true..
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I will forever praise YOU, Lord God, always be thankful for YOUR guidance and faithful love, that endures forever. Thank you, Father God, thank you, from a this sinner called by name..
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All praise. All praise!
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Amen.
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With that knowledge firmly tucked into my/our hearts, I wish you, my dear sisters, the best Friday covered in much love and prayers from across the pond..❤❤❤❤❤
Beautiful, sister, thank you. ❤️
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If I walk into the thick of danger, you will preserve my life from the anger of my enemies. You will extend your hand your right hand will save me…. Amen
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Continuing prayers for Israel, Jerusalem, those in the Jewish faith across our world–God that your love may pierce their heart and create a spirit of truth with in them. Reveal yourself to them again, in love and compassion, rebuking all evil that tries to blind them to who you are and your immense love for them…
Not the best morning, I will hopefully get to return later, BUT, have to leave this here – I totally forgot about the choral piece I memorized while in high school chorus about ps 139. So beautiful and can’t believe I can recall the whole thing! We traveled all over for choral competitions (winners every time, say WHUUT!??! ;)), so I certainly had the practice! Leaving lyrics here, though I’m’ not usually one of the great “Song Posters” of the group ;) Look it up on the site to listen, it really is so beautiful – it’s the one arranged by Linda Spencer – her website has a post of it if you look up “Singer On the Sand blogspot” — hope to chat later ;)
O Lord, you have searched me and known me;
You know when I sit and when I rise.
Where can I go from Your Spirit?
Where can I go from Your presence?
If I rise on the wings of the dawn,
If I settle on the far side of the sea –
Even there Your hand will guide me,
Your right hand will hold me fast.
If I say, surely darkness will hide me,
And the light become dark all around me –
Not even dark is dark to you,
Night will shine like the day.
And if I rise on the wings of the dawn,
If I settle on the far side of the sea –
Even there Your hand will guide me,
Your right hand will hold me fast.
So I’ll praise You, praise You,
Lift up my voice and I’ll praise You, Lord.
Father, I praise You, praise You,
Praise you, Lord.
You created me within,
You knit me in my mother’s womb.
I praise You for I am fearfully made;
Your works are wonderful.
If I rise on the wings of the dawn,
If I settle on the far side of the sea –
Even there Your hand will guide me,
Your right hand will hold me fast.
-Wings of the Dawn
A choral anthem based on Psalm 139
Linda A. Spencer
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My girls sang that arrangement when they were in the youth choir at church and I have sung it in choir too. I love it and actually have it on my playlist. It comforts me to know my Jesus is with me all the time and knows my thoughts, fears, and heartaches. ❤️
Psalm 138:8 NLT
“The Lord will work out his plans for my life—
for your faithful love, O Lord, endures forever.
Don’t abandon me, for you made me.”
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Lord give me the patience and peace to lean into Your plans over my own.
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MARINA S. – praying your husband’s interview goes well this morning.
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SUSAN BURLEY – praying your grandpa’s surgery went well and recovery is smooth and quick.
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JANE K – praying the transition to assisted living goes well for your mom (& you).
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ALLIYAH GARCIA – praying your dad has a full recovery.
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MARTHA HIX – safe travels to Waco.
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KIMBERLY Z – congratulations on the new job
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Requesting continued prayers for my mom. She is struggling with waves of grief and loneliness.
Kelly lifting mom up in prayers.. praying the waves of loneliness and grief lifts and her mind is taken with the memories of life lived happily together. praying God be with her.. and you. ♥️
Praying for your mom, Kelly. It’s a difficult journey, praying her spirits are up more days than not.
I’m praying for your mother now. My mom is also dealing with periodic waves of grief and loneliness many years after my father’s passing, and I know how hard that is for her and for me to see her suffer like that as well.
May the God of all comfort surround her with His presence, love, and peace, and may He guard both of your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
Thank you Kelly! He had to stay overnight because it got delayed, but it was successful. Thank you!
Thank you, Kelly for your prayers for my mom and me! Praying for you and your mom today that God will give her His perfect peace. Philippians 4:7 “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Continued prayers for your mom, Kelly, and for you as you support her. The changing of seasons seems to be an emotional trigger so I pray for a leveling out of pain and grief.
Isaiah 40:4 NLT
Fill in the valleys, and level the mountains and hills. Straighten the curves, and smooth out the rough places.❤
Amen❤️
Psalm 139:12 brings me back to when my daughter (now 36!) was an infant. I am hearing part of one of Michael Card’s lullabies from his CD. A beautiful memory and a peaceful, wonderful knowledge to hold close ❤️
“Even the darkness is light to Him
And the night is as bright as the day
So, you are safe, though the light grows dim
For even the darkness is light to Him
The Father above does not slumber or sleep
He wakefully watches our ways…”
I that CD too. And 30 later, to listen to it again on Spotify as i held my grandson!
Oh yes, singing my babies to sleep with Michael Card. Sweet memories.
Sweet memories indeed!
cat-tee, I just screenshotted this I have to find it!! when I read this verse today I was literally like I need to help my daughter memorize this when she starts to get scared of the dark. I’m going to find this lullaby and put it on her tonie box!
I also thought of that lullaby. I had the cassette. lol!
These are some of our favorites, aren’t they!! It never ceases to amaze me that the God who made the heavens and earth and orchestrates all that happens in them creates each human being from a single cell in the mother’s womb! AND he knows all our thoughts and words before they come out of out mouth! AND He has encircled (with me on all sides) me and placed His hand on me! Such vast knowledge, power and greatness stoops to tenderly care for each of His children. Amazing love, how can it be!?!?
Blessings on your weekend Ladies, as we head into Holy week! Let us praise the Lord for His faithful love endures forever.
Yes! ❤️
Amen❤️
Yes :)❤️
Lord your faithful love endures forever!
Yes and amen, Amanda!!