While this post can stand on its own, it is meant to be read after reading Psalm 119-Resh. As with any scripture, I would encourage you to find your own voice as you seek to respond to this psalm. If you do find this helpful, feel free to pass it on to someone who might be encouraged as well.
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Psalm 119:153-160 – Resh
Look on my affliction and deliver me, for I do not forget your law. Plead my cause and redeem me; give me life according to your promise! Salvation is far from the wicked, for they do not seek your statutes. Great is your mercy, O Lord; give me life according to your rules. Many are… Continue reading Psalm 119:153-160 – Resh
Psalm 119 – Qoph: The Third Faith
While this post can stand on its own, it is meant to be read after reading Psalm 119-Qoph. As with any scripture, I would encourage you to find your own voice as you seek to respond to this psalm. If you do find this helpful, feel free to pass it on to someone who might be encouraged as well.
Psalm 119:145-152 – Qoph
With my whole heart I cry; answer me, O Lord! I will keep your statutes. I call to you; save me, that I may observe your testimonies. I rise before dawn and cry for help; I hope in your words. My eyes are awake before the watches of the night, that I may meditate on… Continue reading Psalm 119:145-152 – Qoph
Pan’s Labyrinth
A Child’s Story of Hope in the Midst of Suffering I often think about something C.S. Lewis wrote in On Stories: And Other Essays on Literature. He said, “When I was ten, I read fairy tales in secret and would have been ashamed if I had been found doing so. Now that I am fifty,… Continue reading Pan’s Labyrinth
Psalm 119 – Tsadhe: Fading Pleasures or Eternal Life
2005 Bugatti Veyron
Description:
Owner got distracted and ran off the road into a lagoon. The car ended up in 2 feet of saltwater.
Location:
Galveston County, Texas
Photo Credit: Chris Paschenko
While this post can stand on its own, it is meant to be read after reading Psalm 119-Tsadhe. As with any scripture, I would encourage you to find your own voice as you seek to respond to this psalm. If you do find this helpful, feel free to pass it on to someone who might be encouraged as well.
Psalm 119:137-144 – Tsadhe
Righteous are you, O Lord, and right are your rules. You have appointed your testimonies in righteousness and in all faithfulness. My zeal consumes me, because my foes forget your words. Your promise is well tried, and your servant loves it. I am small and despised, yet I do not forget your precepts. Your righteousness… Continue reading Psalm 119:137-144 – Tsadhe
Psalm 119 – Pe: Mandelbrot’s Tears
While this post can stand on its own, it is meant to be read after reading Psalm 119-Pe. As with any scripture, I would encourage you to find your own voice as you seek to respond to this psalm. If you do find this helpful, feel free to pass it on to someone who might be encouraged as well.
Psalm 119:129-136 – Pe
Your testimonies are wonderful; therefore my soul keeps them. The unfolding of your words gives light; it imparts understanding to the simple. I open my mouth and pant, because I long for your commandments. Turn to me and be gracious to me, as is your way with those who love your name. Keep steady my… Continue reading Psalm 119:129-136 – Pe
Stranger than Fiction.
Yes, I’m recommending a movie with Will Ferrell in it!