“Exalt Yahweh with me, and let’s exalt His name together.” ~King David
King David knows what it is like to be in some tough places. He spent much of his life in …
King David knows what it is like to be in some tough places. He spent much of his life in …
There is a lot to know in life. As it turns out, most of them aren’t critical. They do not …
Today is a day to persevere and stay on track with God. Jesus challenges me to pick up my cross …
Jesus calls me to maturity and to be a friend. It is my obedience and worship of God that leads …
There are all types of ways I miss God’s goal for my life (sin). Some are just plain stupid. As …
There are a few things I know. God has been good to give me that knowledge. There are many things …
When we think of leaders, how often do we think of love and truth? That should become our normal criteria. …
Zeal can be defined as “focused desire, characterized by passion and commitment.” The Bible often describes God and His followers …
Why this is important: There is a lot to be said for staying the course with God. He certainly …
I can count on God. God sees the whole picture and pulls it all together for me. I rely on …
I love to plan. It is a passion of mine. It is comforting to me. It provides me the illusion …
I am an extremely fortunate man. My earthly father gave me excellent advice. I don’t know if he saw that …
I have been thinking about this lately. I should prepare. That is an exceptionally good thing. But I have no …
God’s goal for us is that our conversations are pleasant. Arguing and fights aren’t what he has in mind. Love …
God is gracious. It is all God, through his son Jesus, and not anything I do. God gives His grace …
Who do I trust? When I need help, who do I call? If I need some money to get me …
I get scared. I am upset. I get beside myself and lose it. It happens. It is not pleasant. I …
King David, in his wisdom, pleads for God to pay attention. David knows he isn’t making any sense. I know …
There are times I am in the dumps. It happens. It is not always pretty but it is true. God …
It is so easy to become distracted. King David knew that so very well. I am thinking it is even …
God has a goal in mind for me. Am I ready? Have I prepared? Will I be up to the …
God’s good word to us is constant. There are no ups and downs with his love. The message of Jesus …
There is such a thing as tit for tat. Being mean gets you meanness in return. While Jesus teaches us …
Jesus, the Messiah, challenges us to change our minds (repent). Do we need more, or do we have more than …
We have amazing news. This is not trivial. This is beyond good. This is great. God is in a good …
Confession time: I get into arguments sometimes. Not pleasant to admit but it is true. God’s goal for me is …
Wisdom suggests that we have conversations that are helpful. That starts with what is in our heart, continues with what …
God spends a lot of time talking about the heart. God longs for me to have His heart. That is what …
Sometimes my thoughts wander off when I am praying and meditating. They move away to my “agenda” and what I …
The first thing is cultivating a love of learning. To be wise means we need to grow. It is not …
Why this is important: God cares for the poor, the widow, the orphan, the homeless, the sick, those in jail; …
Why this is important: Conventional wisdom is that there is no reward for a good and honest life. There is …
King David asks God a great question. David talks with God all the time and he asks God a lot …
Hope is a big deal. Faith is essential. These are important foundations in the Kingdom of God. With King David, …
I have something to shout about. I have family and friends that want the best for me. They really do. …
God’s love never fails. It just does not stop. We see Him some days through our own eyes, and we …
God has a goal for us. God wants us to spend time with him. God wants us to keep company …
Oh, how we love to plan. We worship our to do lists. Some of us even put things on them …
We have all experienced being around someone with a foul mouth. We have all experienced someone whose speech is a …
Why this is important: My enemy (Satan) enjoys mocking me. He gets so much pleasure from it. It is fun and …
King David had real enemies and he was a warrior for GOD. He knew GOD was the only one who …
Joy is something we all long for but that often seems difficult to grab hold of. Experiencing joy should be …
I don’t like to get in trouble. I do get in trouble even though I don’t like it. Usually, it …
It is one thing to start on the journey with God, but it is completely another to finish and stay …
I start with Jesus. I must. That is where wisdom starts. This verse teaches that the fear of God is …
Why this is important: David knows a lot about God’s plan for countries and kingdoms. We can plan and scheme …
The main thing: We must be careful. Materialistic seduction can happen. We live in America and that is clear. If …
God wants us to say it. Say it aloud. Say it to ourselves. Say it to others. God, through King …
With regard to the works of man, by the word of your lips I have avoided the ways of the …
My son, if you receive my words and treasure up my commandments with you, making your ear attentive to wisdom …
The terror of a king is like the growling of a lion; whoever provokes him to anger forfeits his life. …
God made my life complete when I placed all the pieces before him. When I got my act together, he gave …
God says a lot. He has given us lots to think about. God’s wisdom is the key to our life, every …
It is all good. God has His plan. God is going to do it. I need to listen, talk with Him …
The main thing: When we follow God, doing what He wants us to do, our words are His words. God’s words …
Fighting too much? Arguing too often? What can I do? God calls us to love. God’s main goal for …
God has nothing but love in mind for us. It is exquisite. God’s love for us is amazing. God is …
A sluggard is habitually lazy or inactive. Such a person does not take personal responsibility for his own life. The …
I am an open book to our heavenly Father. He knows everything I am going to say before I even …
Why it is important: When we live the life, God has intended for us, it is like a tree that …
We all know people who have something to say about everything. Is this me? Is this you? Think about it. …
Discipline is a very important principle in God’s world. God disciplines us for our own good. God is a loving …
Here is something for me to assess. Am I being pretentious? Am I pretending and showing off what I have …
What matters the most: You know there is trouble ahead when someone won’t sit down with you face-to-face and meet …
Why it matters to Jesus: Jesus is straight with us. The way is not easy. He says it over and over. …
Good character is important. Doing the right thing, God’s thing, makes all the difference. Solomon’s dad understood that following what …
It is God’s goal for us to align our hearts with our words in a way that is acceptable to …
God offered Solomon anything he wanted. He could have anything at all. Now that is amazing. What did Solomon want? …
There are many things we can be students of. Seeking good is God’s goal for us. God wants us to …
This is a stunning insight from Solomon. God’s goal for us is that we work. Work is Godly. Work is …
I need to learn how to hold my tongue. Easier said than done some days. Someone says something and off …
Ever heard of Francis Thompson? Young guy, drop out, drug addict, drifter, sometime homeless. Eventually diseased and dead at 48. …
Jesus said, “Everyone who asks (begs) receives …” Sometimes it takes a lot for us to ask. We think we …
I remember as a child not wanting to sleep in the dark. There were monsters in the closet and under …
This is both prophecy about Jesus and also a message to us as God’s children. Our God is a living, …
Some nights I don’t sleep as well as I would like. How do I use the time? Worrying? Tossing and …
Am I confused with trying to be fast rather than being correct? God is patient. God is not in a …
I hear this clearly. I can count on God. My strength comes straight from God. It is not of my …
I must have a pure heart. Jesus is clear on that. I can’t see God without a pure heart. Is …
I am constantly amazed and stunned at how good God is and beautiful His works are. He has done wonderful …
How can I become wise? That is an essential question. I need to figure it out. King Solomon was the …
I want to live a life that is flourishing. I really do. I can’t do it on my own though. …
I call on God. I plead with God to listen to me. I don’t just whisper. I shout it out …
Am I ready to be bold and have confidence when I approach Jesus in prayer? Jesus is my great high …
There is something about enjoying a peaceful meal. It can be alone or with families and friends. I come away …
I love it when friends help. It is always a blessing. But there is always a limit to what can …
God is pure and holy. There is nothing about God that is false at all. There is no evil in …
I can take comfort in the fact that God has made everything. It has all been planned out. God has …
Some days I get in a heap of trouble. My enemies are after me. King David had that in spades. …
I want to have a pure heart. If my heart is pure, I will see God. I want a heart …
God is gracious and kind to us. He gives wisdom and knowledge. It is lack turning on the faucet. Once …
God is looking for righteous leaders. I want leaders who know how to speak righteously and know what justice means. …
Wisdom in an amazing character trait. I want more of it. I need more of it. God is in a …
King David is being chased by Saul. He is hiding in a cave. He is in a very tough spot. …
I learned this the hard way with my dad. There was a period of time I thought he was an …
God is very faithful and loyal. God does everything He promises. I can count on that. My job is to …
The pursuit of possessions and wealth and a preoccupation with physical things is futile and dissatisfying. Materialism is defined as “the …
God has given me a job. It is straightforward. There are lots of people down on their luck. My job …
I am called to gentle and humble. Jesus is clear with me that I should meek. I should look to …
I am desperate some days. I don’t see a way out. God doesn’t seem to care. What should I do? …