Psalm
29:3-11
3 The voice
of the LORD is over the waters;
the God of
glory thunders, the LORD thunders over the mighty waters.
4 The voice
of the LORD is powerful; the voice of the LORD is majestic.
5 The voice
of the LORD breaks the cedars; the LORD breaks in pieces the cedars of Lebanon.
6 He makes
Lebanon skip like a calf, Sirion like a young wild ox.
7 The voice
of the LORD strikes with flashes of lightning.
8 The voice
of the LORD shakes the desert;the LORD shakes the Desert of Kadesh.
9 The voice
of the LORD twists the oaks and strips the forests bare. And in his temple all
cry, "Glory!"
10 The LORD
sits enthroned over the flood; the LORD is enthroned as King forever. 11 The
LORD gives strength to his people; the LORD blesses his people with peace. NIV
The voice of the Lord, as spoken of in
Psalm 29 is stated as being over the waters, a thunder to be heard, is majestic
and the voice of the Lord causes deer to give birth and cedars to break into
pieces.
Understanding the strength of the Lord just in His voice, would we not pay attention when He speaks?
Seeing the
impact a tornado can have on any given structure, tree, person or animal, one
thing is certain, God did not cause the storm, but His word produced the nature
of the storm. He created the winds but He did not create them to destroy. We live in a fallen world. Sin has wrecked havoc on man!
Knowing this, you and I are to give HIM glory and honor, all praise in any circumstance of our daily
lives. Not because of destruction or even of disease, but because created this world for us before sin came into it! We are to take notice and give thanks at His glory and strength. The
noise of the thunder is the noise of His voice. Lightning is the companion that
brings an instant flash of light to remind us of the proving factor, a truth, that
He who created the world and causes the world to obey His every command.
In
the kingdom of nature, we daily can see the wonderful effects of natural causes,
and the operations of the powers of nature, we ought to take notice of God's
glory and strength! We can also see the magnitude of damage
and death due to destructive winds, storms, catastrophic earthquakes and know
there is more going on than meets the natural eye.
We had a thunderstorm move through here one evening last week (August 8) and the light show was majestic to say the least. One strike was close oh so close to the Beacon Rock area that one would see as if God turned on a light just for a moment to check everything out. Then we would hear the big "Boom" of thunder and the house would give a shake. Yes, it was something I thought we left in the south but no, thunderstorms are making a show in other parts of the this country as well!
We are to make the most of our time here on earth. We are to make choices that direct us into walking through the right doors at the right moment. And walking through them requires some prayer time and God's wisdom.
God will always speak to us through scripture. I do not care what it is about, God always speaks to us what He has given us through the Holy Bible. And might I add here that we are not, are not, to do anything in the flesh!
Proverbs 11:14 tells us that victory is won through the advice of many counselors. Knowing that God is leading, we should look for His wisdom in going forward, hear the scripture given us and pray fervently expecting to hear Him give us the 'go ahead' in any decision making opportunity. God will lead by His word!
Remember too, that you may receive some guidance while you rest at night. The Lord does give dreams as He did have Adam sleep while giving him Eve. Job 33:14-15 For God does speak---now one way, now another---though no one perceives it. In a dream, in a vision of the night, when deep sleep falls on people, as they slumber in their beds God will speak to us.
My sister had shared with me recently of Scripture from John 14:6 that He would give her in her time of sleep. And she would remember the passage after the many times He spoke it to her. That kind of sharing is of a God who loves us indeed! And do we share Him with anyone?
Was thinking of that people following after things! And we can see a baby born who is newborn is quick to find the nourishment he requires for life. You can see several children ages 2-5 years of age brought together for a play time and you find which things they follow and choose as their own and will fight others to keep them from those things.
As we grow up and are to become what God purposed we find many of us look to the world and see the interesting. And yet if we remind ourselves from scripture that which is mentioned in the book of 1 John 2:16: the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes and the pride of life we should not be lusting after things.
You can turn a television on and watch a broadcast of America has some kind of talent, you can view someone has a talent to sing, or another broadcasts that some can dance. Seriously if I required medical aid, I am not looking for a singer, a dancer or even a reality T.V. show character if I need some medical help in an emergency. Seriously, unless you can sing and do heart surgery all in the same moment, I would not think a person needing a heart transplant would look for you.
But as I write this I am remembering those looking for Jesus. He stood out from the crowd. He had authority and He knew the God of heaven was His father. He operated by the Holy Spirit and declared the goodness of God to man on earth and those God came for, the Jew, did not desire to take note of Him. What few chose Him, did find life everlasting and those others found only death and destruction of Jerusalem in 70 A.D.
As the man of prayer, Jesus was always connecting with the Father in heaven. He was always seeking the Father's plan on earth. And will we regard His plan for us here and now?
My sister had shared with me recently of Scripture from John 14:6 that He would give her in her time of sleep. And she would remember the passage after the many times He spoke it to her. That kind of sharing is of a God who loves us indeed! And do we share Him with anyone?
Was thinking of that people following after things! And we can see a baby born who is newborn is quick to find the nourishment he requires for life. You can see several children ages 2-5 years of age brought together for a play time and you find which things they follow and choose as their own and will fight others to keep them from those things.
As we grow up and are to become what God purposed we find many of us look to the world and see the interesting. And yet if we remind ourselves from scripture that which is mentioned in the book of 1 John 2:16: the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes and the pride of life we should not be lusting after things.
You can turn a television on and watch a broadcast of America has some kind of talent, you can view someone has a talent to sing, or another broadcasts that some can dance. Seriously if I required medical aid, I am not looking for a singer, a dancer or even a reality T.V. show character if I need some medical help in an emergency. Seriously, unless you can sing and do heart surgery all in the same moment, I would not think a person needing a heart transplant would look for you.
But as I write this I am remembering those looking for Jesus. He stood out from the crowd. He had authority and He knew the God of heaven was His father. He operated by the Holy Spirit and declared the goodness of God to man on earth and those God came for, the Jew, did not desire to take note of Him. What few chose Him, did find life everlasting and those others found only death and destruction of Jerusalem in 70 A.D.
As the man of prayer, Jesus was always connecting with the Father in heaven. He was always seeking the Father's plan on earth. And will we regard His plan for us here and now?
A lot of great ideas have come and gone, but it is the God-given opportunities that will ripple through positively not just for us only but for others as well! Is what we seek good for others as it is for us? Will we seek God and hear Him when He does speak to us?
Philippians 4:6-7 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God 7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God 7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Proverbs 11:25 The one who blesses others is abundantly blessed; those who help others are helped. Of all the things we should remember about God is that He is truth, justice, His way of doing and being right, His righteousness is an example to us. And that having righteousness in everything we do and say is to be a deliberate act on our part. We are to humble, to kneel and obey. We are to humble ourselves and say, I know not the best way to go, I know not what to speak, and I need You Lord to guide me, not only today but every day Lord I need to hear Your voice and I need to obey that that direction for my life! I will praise You and give thanks that You are God my Shepherd!
Thank You Lord for showing us the way in which to walk in righteousness that has come to us through salvation. Lord show us truth in that we ask of You today, that will not only bring positive to our lives but those we come in contact with as well.
Father, we pray to not be about following stuff: like things, the next big trip abroad, the next big tune, the next big person to hit the cinematic screen, but help us to see You our Creator.....One Who sticks closer to us than a brother. May our hearts not betray us, seeing the grace bestowed on us for every situation, that may arise should delight our hearts in knowing that You have prepared us with the ability to always move forward for Your glory.
May we see the answer we have asked of You this day, that as we willingly prayed, we are willing to seek the best for our neighbor and see Your kingdom come to us and them on earth this day. And we give thanks for the answer, that we will not be frightened by it nor will we allow egos to get in the way. We choose to humble ourselves to see Your way in this place. We move out of the way for truth to rule and when we do we live out that which You to give us.
No following things for us Lord! We will not act like children looking for next big thing of the world. But we do look for that which is life giving that will give hope to our neighbor, will bring YOUR love into that which we speak by Your Scriptures for us and for them.
Thank You Lord for showing us the way in which to walk in righteousness that has come to us through salvation. Lord show us truth in that we ask of You today, that will not only bring positive to our lives but those we come in contact with as well.
Father, we pray to not be about following stuff: like things, the next big trip abroad, the next big tune, the next big person to hit the cinematic screen, but help us to see You our Creator.....One Who sticks closer to us than a brother. May our hearts not betray us, seeing the grace bestowed on us for every situation, that may arise should delight our hearts in knowing that You have prepared us with the ability to always move forward for Your glory.
May we see the answer we have asked of You this day, that as we willingly prayed, we are willing to seek the best for our neighbor and see Your kingdom come to us and them on earth this day. And we give thanks for the answer, that we will not be frightened by it nor will we allow egos to get in the way. We choose to humble ourselves to see Your way in this place. We move out of the way for truth to rule and when we do we live out that which You to give us.
No following things for us Lord! We will not act like children looking for next big thing of the world. But we do look for that which is life giving that will give hope to our neighbor, will bring YOUR love into that which we speak by Your Scriptures for us and for them.
We seek that open door into the newness and refreshing by the Holy Spirit. We seek the truth that reveals the beauty of the Lord and of His perfection.
It will be a place of being surrounded by those of moral beauty and the presence of God will be enjoyed by all people there indeed. His word will be written on it and sealed with the blood of Jesus.
Today I pray that as others read this they will see God in the power He possesses and that He is within them. I pray that they will become "the praiser" who constantly gives God praise for all that He has done for them.
Father God, I pray that they actually know Your favor on them and that You hear their fervent prayers on this specific matter that is prayed today!
As the world appears darker may they grow brighter to the full light of day and may they give honor to Him who gave them life to live in this generation.
And I pray they would hear doors open into that which has God ordained for them, which will bring life to others, will swing open wide and will stay open for them. Isaiah 22:22 The key of the house of David I will lay on his shoulder; so he shall open, and no one shall shut: and he shall shut, and no one shall open. 23 I will fasten him as a peg in a secure place, and he will become a glorious throne,to his father's house.
Revelation 3:7 b :These things says He who is holy, He who is true, He who has the key of David, He who opens and no one shuts, and shuts and no one opens."
Father, we are secure in You through Your Son Jesus Christ. We are knitted in hearts to Jesus. We hold onto His ways, His truth and life. We give thanks for Him and obey. You sent us Your best and we see Him in all His glorious beauty and strength. And what You did for us....is the greatest sacrifice ...that of YOUR Son!
Father God, I pray that they actually know Your favor on them and that You hear their fervent prayers on this specific matter that is prayed today!
As the world appears darker may they grow brighter to the full light of day and may they give honor to Him who gave them life to live in this generation.
And I pray they would hear doors open into that which has God ordained for them, which will bring life to others, will swing open wide and will stay open for them. Isaiah 22:22 The key of the house of David I will lay on his shoulder; so he shall open, and no one shall shut: and he shall shut, and no one shall open. 23 I will fasten him as a peg in a secure place, and he will become a glorious throne,to his father's house.
Revelation 3:7 b :These things says He who is holy, He who is true, He who has the key of David, He who opens and no one shuts, and shuts and no one opens."
Father, we are secure in You through Your Son Jesus Christ. We are knitted in hearts to Jesus. We hold onto His ways, His truth and life. We give thanks for Him and obey. You sent us Your best and we see Him in all His glorious beauty and strength. And what You did for us....is the greatest sacrifice ...that of YOUR Son!
We give thanks for Your love to us, we give praise loudly for all that which You planned for us, and we give You our love this day. For Father, You are God who is not hard of hearing nor are YOU forgetful, but You are always on time for that of which we have asked this day in Jesus' name. Amen.
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