I love this picture. Just as this gull is soaring in the heavens, we too are meant to soar above all the enemy's schemes without fear. This part of the verse shouts with praise to our God. "You shall not be afraid -- from the destruction that lays waste at noonday.” Psalm 91:6b Even though … Continue reading You Shall Not Be Afraid from the Destruction that Lays Waste at Noonday – Psalm 91:6b
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You Shall Not Be Afraid of the Pestilence that Walks in Darkness Psalm 91:6a
Wow, here we go with the pestilence again -- twice in this psalm. They do get around and we are often caught unaware by their tactics. They pop out of nowhere and grab hold of our attention and our emotions. Once our ‘feelings’ are involved, it is more difficult to send them packing. Verses 5 … Continue reading You Shall Not Be Afraid of the Pestilence that Walks in Darkness Psalm 91:6a
Under His Wings I Will Trust Psalm 91:4b
I can only remember one short period of riding a bus to school. Mostly, we walked. There were times when I dreaded it. What did we do with the books? You see backpacks weren't considered gear for students then. I think the reason I’m not any taller is because of the volumes I jostled and … Continue reading Under His Wings I Will Trust Psalm 91:4b
God Has Feathers? Yes, He Does. Psalm 91:4
Good morning from the Secret Place. David wrote an interesting description of God's care when he wrote, "He shall cover you with His feathers" Psalm 91:4a. When I first read this piece, the immediate question was, “How can God have feathers? What on earth is He talking about?” Down filled jackets and comforters are the … Continue reading God Has Feathers? Yes, He Does. Psalm 91:4
What is the Snare of the Fowler? Psalm 91:3b
How many of you are bird watchers? Have you ever watched a conservationist try to snare a bird to tag for later I.D.? But conservationists don't snare people. So, why did David used this phrase with regard to human beings? I think you will be surprised. Psalm 91:3b says, “Surely, He shall deliver you from … Continue reading What is the Snare of the Fowler? Psalm 91:3b
What’s the Difference Between My Refuge and My Fortress? Psalm 91:2b
David wrote I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in Him I will trust.” Psalm 91:2b If the LORD is our Refuge and our Fortress does 'Refuge and Fortress,' what does that mean and how are they different? REFUGE-- In my mind’s eye, I see a formidable … Continue reading What’s the Difference Between My Refuge and My Fortress? Psalm 91:2b
Who Do You Say I AM? Psalm 91:2a
There are volumes of teaching on the power of our words and how what we sow in words, we reap physically, emotionally and spiritually. What we say about the Lord is particularly important. Scripture tells us that out of the abundance of our hearts our mouths speak, so, what we believe about the Lord is … Continue reading Who Do You Say I AM? Psalm 91:2a
Are You Abiding? Psalm 91:1b
“He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High, shall abide…” Psalm 91:1b When I hear the word Abide, I remember a hymn we used to sing in church when I was a child. “Abide with me; fast falls the eventide; The darkness deepens; Lord with me abide. When other helpers fail and … Continue reading Are You Abiding? Psalm 91:1b
How High is the Most High? – Psalm 91:1a
We are still pushing the dust off of this phrase, “He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High…” Psalm 91:1a “I’m gonna tell my Daddy!” How those words used to throw up a huge stop sign to those who harassed me as a little girl. The neighbor children knew who my Daddy … Continue reading How High is the Most High? – Psalm 91:1a
The Secret Place–Hidden in Plain Sight – Psalm 91:1a Revised
We began this series with "He who dwells," and now we will see where he dwells. The text says, "He who dwells in the Secret Place…" Psalm 91:1a A Secret Place…hidden, concealed, private, safe. Don't you love this picture? A secret place, hidden in plain sight at the base of a tree trunk. As a … Continue reading The Secret Place–Hidden in Plain Sight – Psalm 91:1a Revised
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