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Jesus Quotes and God Thoughts

~ “God’s wisdom is something mysterious that goes deep into the interior of his purposes.” ~Apostle Paul

Tag Archives: King David Sayings

“Give ear to my words, Yahweh; consider my groaning.” ~King David

February 25, 2023

King David, in his wisdom, pleads for God to pay attention. David knows he isn’t making any sense. I know …

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“With my whole heart I seek you; let me not wander from your commandments!” ~King David

February 16, 2023

It is so easy to become distracted. King David knew that so very well. I am thinking it is even …

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Who will show us some good? Lift up the light of your face upon us, Yahweh (O Lord!)” ~King David

January 21, 2023

Jesus, the Messiah, challenges us to change our minds (repent). Do we need more, or do we have more than …

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“Yahweh takes pleasure in his people; he adorns the humble with salvation.” ~King David

January 20, 2023

We have amazing news. This is not trivial. This is beyond good. This is great. God is in a good …

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“Delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” ~King David

September 13, 2022

God has a goal for us. God wants us to spend time with him. God wants us to keep company …

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“Arise, O Lord! Save me, O my God!” ~King David

July 22, 2022

King David had real enemies and he was a warrior for GOD. He knew GOD was the only one who …

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“Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the Lord!” ~King David

May 25, 2022

It is one thing to start on the journey with God, but it is completely another to finish and stay …

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“With my lips I declare all the rules of your mouth.” ~King David

April 7, 2022

God wants us to say it. Say it aloud. Say it to ourselves. Say it to others. God, through King …

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“My steps have held fast to your paths; my feet have not slipped.” ~King David

March 11, 2022

With regard to the works of man, by the word of your lips I have avoided the ways of the …

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“With my whole heart I seek you; let me not wander from your commandments!” ~King David

December 30, 2021

God says a lot. He has given us lots to think about. God’s wisdom is the key to our life, every …

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Can we hide from God?

October 27, 2021

I am an open book to our heavenly Father. He knows everything I am going to say before I even …

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Why leaders push for position? Why do demagogues and delegates meet for summit talks, the God-deniers, the Messiah-defier?

August 23, 2021

King David understood terrorism very well. He was in battle after battle for his life and his men. He defeated …

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Do our words reflect what is in our hearts?

January 20, 2021

God’s goal: It is God’s goal for us to align our hearts with our words in a way that is acceptable …

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How will we conduct our affairs?

November 19, 2020

It all starts at home. Work is important and so is the church, but living love out at home is …

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Are we ecstatic in our worship of God? Why is God worthy of our praise?

November 13, 2020

I must find the place of worship. I must open my eyes. In His generous love, I can really live. …

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Can I really escape God? Who is the hound of heaven?

October 8, 2020

Ever heard of Francis Thompson? Young guy, drop out, drug addict, drifter, sometime homeless. Eventually diseased and dead at 48. …

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What is God’s goal for our hearts?

August 22, 2020

It is God’s goal for us to align our hearts with our words in a way that is acceptable to …

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Can I really escape God?

June 1, 2020

Ever heard of Francis Thompson? Young guy, drop out, drug addict, drifter, sometime homeless. Eventually diseased and dead at 48. …

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Should I beg God?

May 16, 2020

Jesus said, “Everyone who asks (begs) receives …” Sometimes it takes a lot for us to ask. We think we …

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Jesus brings calm into our lives. Jesus brings peace. Jesus drives out the darkness. 

May 10, 2020

I remember as a child not wanting to sleep in the dark. There were monsters in the closet and under …

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What is God’s message to us today?

May 7, 2020

This is both prophecy about Jesus and also a message to us as God’s children. Our God is a living, …

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“Love to you, Lord God! You pay a fair wage for a good day’s work!” ~King David

March 28, 2020

I hear this clearly. I can count on God. My strength comes straight from God. It is not of my …

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“Create in me a clean heart, O God, And renew a steadfast spirit within me.” ~King David

March 23, 2020

I must have a pure heart. Jesus is clear on that. I can’t see God without a pure heart. Is …

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“God, listen to me shout, bend an ear to my prayer.” ~King David

February 24, 2020

I call on God. I plead with God to listen to me. I don’t just whisper. I shout it out …

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“Give us help for the hard task; human help is worthless. In God we’ll do our very best; he’ll flatten the opposition for good.” ~ King David

February 3, 2020

I love it when friends help. It is always a blessing. But there is always a limit to what can …

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“Do you really speak righteously, you mighty ones? Do you judge people fairly?” ~King David

December 28, 2019

God is looking for righteous leaders. I want leaders who know how to speak righteously and know what justice means. …

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“I’m ready, God, so ready, ready from head to toe, ready to sing, ready to raise a tune.” ~King David

December 10, 2019

King David is being chased by Saul. He is hiding in a cave. He is in a very tough spot. …

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“God, for your sake, help me! Use your influence to clear me. Listen, God—I’m desperate. Don’t be too busy to hear me.” ~King David

October 3, 2019

I am desperate some days. I don’t see a way out. God doesn’t seem to care. What should I do? …

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“Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brothers to dwell together in unity!” ~King David

September 30, 2019

Those whose commitment from the heart is shown in practical, often sacrificial, care, love and service. They are a source …

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The fool says in his heart, “There’s no God.” ~King David

September 14, 2019

There is a lot to be said about atheism and skepticism in general. I am very active on social media …

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“In peace I will both lie down and sleep, For You alone, O Master, make me to dwell in safety.” ~King David

September 10, 2019

I can count on peace. I can count on sleep. I can count on rest. I don’t need a “My …

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“Why do you brag of evil, “Big Man”? God’s mercy carries the day.” ~King David

August 27, 2019

I must be very careful. Am I bragging about evil? Of course not! Really? Do I think I am a …

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“Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice; Let the sea roar, and all it contains.” ~King David

August 15, 2019

There are many reasons to be thankful about the wonderful world around us. God is good and in a good …

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“My lovingkindness I will keep for him forever, and My covenant shall be confirmed to him.” ~King David

February 28, 2019

God is loyal. God is faithful. That is just who God is. It is His very nature. When God says …

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“Why are you down in the dumps, dear soul?” ~King David

February 25, 2019

Why am I down in the dumps? King David has lots of good reasons to ask. So do I. I …

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“When I wept in my soul with fasting, It became my reproach.” ~King David

February 24, 2019

The purpose of fasting should be to take my eyes off the things of this world to focus completely on …

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“Mum’s the word!” ~King David

December 29, 2018

David knows. God has given him wisdom. Being quiet and not saying what I am thinking is a good course …

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“I give out good and get back evil from God-haters who can’t stand a God-lover.” ~King David

December 11, 2018

I sure feel like this some days. I do good (or at least I think I do). What do I …

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“Get insurance with God and do a good deed, settle down and stick to your last. Keep company with God, get in on the best.” ~King David

November 24, 2018

It is a wise thing to “do good”. I know that “good works” won’t save me. Only the redemptive act …

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“God is great — everything works together for good for his servant.” ~King David

October 25, 2018

I have something to shout about. I have family and friends that want the best for me. They really do. …

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“God’s plan for the world stands up, all his designs are made to last.” ~King David

September 21, 2018

  David knows a lot about God’s plan for countries and kingdoms. We can plan and scheme all we want. …

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“God’s business is putting things right; he loves getting the lines straight, setting us straight.” ~King David

November 28, 2017

God is a God of love and God is a God of justice. I must remember both of those things …

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“You’re more than happy when you follow his directions, doing your best to find him.” ~King David

April 19, 2017

How can I be happy? How can I be more than happy? It is pretty simple and straight forward. King …

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“God delights in his people!” ~King David

August 10, 2016

We have amazing news. This is not trivial. This is beyond good. This is great. God is in a good …

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“The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?” ~King David

May 7, 2016

God lights my path. God saves me. Jesus, the Messiah, has paid the price for my missing God’s goal and …

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“My help and glory are in God” ~King David

May 3, 2016

Where do I look for help? While I may look to myself, family and friends, God is my help. When …

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"Give me a bent for your words of wisdom, and not for piling up loot." ~King David

April 6, 2016

King David knew what was important in life. His passion was for God’s word. Nothing delighted him more that to …

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"I ponder every morsel of wisdom from you, I attentively watch how you’ve done it." ~King David

May 22, 2015

God says a lot. He has given us lots to think about. God’s wisdom is the key to our life, every …

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“You have set my heart free.” ~King David

April 19, 2015

Not only has He healed my heart, He has set it free. That freedom leads me to run in the …

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“How exquisite your love, O God!” ~King David

April 6, 2015

God has nothing but love in mind for us. It is exquisite. God’s love for us is amazing. God is …

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“Finish what you started in me, God. Your love is eternal—don’t quit on me now.” ~King David

March 20, 2015

God has started something in us. It is an amazing work. We serve a God who loves us and has …

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“Where can I go from Your Spirit ?” ~King David

March 17, 2015

I am an open book to our heavenly Father. He knows everything I am going to say before I even …

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“Why the big noise, nations? Why the mean plots, peoples? Earth-leaders push for position, demagogues and delegates meet for summit talks, the God-deniers, the Messiah-defier.” ~King David

January 11, 2015

King David understood terrorism very well. He was in battle after battle for his life and his men. He defeated …

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"My arms wave like banners of praise to you." ~~King David

August 13, 2014

I must find the place of worship. I must open my eyes. In His generous love, I can really live. …

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“Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence?” ~King David

June 22, 2014

Ever heard of Francis Thompson? Young guy, drop out, drug addict, drifter, sometime homeless. Eventually diseased and dead at 48. …

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“I waited patiently for the Lord.” ~~King David

April 30, 2014

We are always, and I mean always, in such a hurry these days. Our culture is on hyperdrive. We want …

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