Tag: sing

  • S.O.S. call

    Recently my husband Steve and I were forced to call the Coast Guard for a rescue. We’ve been boating for over 30 years and always relied on our own wits and resources to get us out of a jam. Not this time! We landed on the wrong side of a sandbar and needed help to pull us off and then tow us to a safe location.   SOS - Boat US rescue 6-15-2014

    As I age (or mature sounds better to me), I’m realizing it’s okay to ask for help. In fact, it’s more than okay. Sometimes it’s the wisest decision to make. As humans created by the Almighty, we weren’t made to live independently of each other. We need each other for support, guidance, and even physical help from time to time. I’ve noticed when I’m on the giving end of help that I, too, am blessed. The blessings go both ways—to the giver and to the receiver.

    • How about you? Are you struggling with a tough decision?

    • Could you use a listening ear to navigate through a rocky time in your life?

    Dear God, thank you for being available in times of fear and stress. Thank you also for providing others to help during times of need. Sometimes I don’t even know I’m needy, yet You send along someone to encourage, bless, or guide me along this life path.

    “But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them even sing for joy. Spread your protection over them that those who love your name may rejoice in you”—Psalm 5:11.

  • Great is our God!

    Sing with me how great is our God! All will see how great is our God. He’s the name above all names – worthy of all praise. How great is our God!

  • He never sleeps

    “On my bed, I remember you; I think of you through the watches of the night. Because you are my help, I sing in the shadow of your wings. My soul clings to you; your right hand upholds me” (Psalm 63:6–8). 

    Do you have trouble sleeping at night? I often do. For some reason, my brain rehearses what took place during the day. And if that’s not enough, I continue to think about what needs to be done tomorrow. I ponder about the words I should have said; some I should not have said. Even if my body lies in a horizontal position, my mind doesn’t always assume an “at rest” mode.

    Some may count sheep. I try to concentrate on counting my blessings and name them one by one. Remembering God, his influence and help throughout the day, helps me fall into pleasant slumber.

    Blessings may be minor like finding an empty parking space at the doctor’s office. Protection may come in major ways such as saving a life after a motorcycle crash or during a storm on the lake.

    Prayer: Thank you, God, for keeping me in the shadow of your wings. I clearly have reason to rejoice and sing your praises day and night!

    Ask:  Can you think of a recent experience where you were saved from harm or humiliation? Are you willing to acknowledge the Source of this protection?

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