Saturday, August 3, 2024

The Shepherd's Promise: Finding Peace in Psalm 23

 

Psalm 23


The Shepherd's Promise: Finding Peace in Psalm 23


By Olivia Salter


Beloved friends, today we gather to reflect on one of the most cherished passages in the Bible, Psalm 23. This beautiful psalm, attributed to King David, speaks profoundly to our hearts, reminding us of the comforting presence of God as our Shepherd. In a world often filled with chaos and uncertainty, Psalm 23 offers us solace, guidance, and assurance.


The Lord is My Shepherd


The psalm begins with the declaration, “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” Right from the outset, we are introduced to the intimate relationship between the Shepherd and His sheep. David, a shepherd himself, understood the deep bond, care, and protection that a shepherd provides. 


When we acknowledge the Lord as our Shepherd, we are affirming our trust in His provision. We may wander in search of fulfillment, but true contentment lies in surrendering our wants to Him. He knows our needs better than we do, guiding us toward still waters and green pastures. 


Restoration in His Presence


David continues, “He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for His name’s sake.” How often do we find ourselves weary and burdened by the trials of life? It is in these moments that we must remember the restorative power of God’s presence. 


The Shepherd leads us not only to physical sustenance but also to spiritual renewal. When we turn to Him in prayer and reflection, He rejuvenates our spirits, guiding us toward righteousness and purpose. We are reminded that our journey is not solely for our own benefit but for His glory.


Walking Through the Valleys


In verse four, David writes, “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me.” This powerful imagery speaks to the inevitable challenges we face in life. Valleys may symbolize times of despair, grief, or uncertainty, but in these moments, we are not alone. 


The Shepherd walks with us, offering comfort and strength. His rod and staff are instruments of protection and guidance, reminding us that we have a faithful companion in our darkest hours. We can face our fears, knowing that His presence dispels darkness and leads us toward hope.


A Table Prepared


David beautifully illustrates the abundance of God’s provision when he says, “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.” This imagery suggests that even amidst adversity, God invites us to feast at His table—a table of grace, love, and abundance. 


In the presence of challenges and opposition, we are reminded that God’s blessings overflow. He equips us with everything we need to thrive, even when circumstances appear dire. This is a testament to His unwavering faithfulness and the promise that He will never leave us nor forsake us.


Goodness and Mercy


Finally, the psalm concludes with the reassuring words, “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” What a glorious promise! As we walk through life, we can rest assured that God’s goodness and mercy are ever-present companions.


This assurance gives us hope and courage as we navigate the complexities of our existence. The Shepherd leads us not only through this life but into eternity, where we shall dwell in His presence forever. 


In conclusion, my dear friends, Psalm 23 is a profound reminder of God’s unwavering love and care for us. In moments of uncertainty, let us find peace in the knowledge that the Lord is our Shepherd. He guides us, restores us, and walks with us through every valley. 


May we embrace His invitation to sit at His table, confident that goodness and mercy will follow us all the days of our lives. As we journey through life today, let us carry the message of Psalm 23 in our hearts, trusting that we are never alone and that our Shepherd will lead us safely home. Amen.

Sunday, June 18, 2023

Prayers for Healing | Jeremiah 30:17

Jeremiah 30:17

But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds, declares the lord: 

Jeremiah 30:17


Prayers for Healing


In the Hands of God

More than ever I find myself in the hands of God.
This is what I have wanted all my life from my youth.

But now there is a difference;
the initiative is entirely with God.

It is indeed a profound spiritual experience
to know and feel myself so totally in God's hands.

- Pedro Arrupe, S.J.

Restore My Strength

Holy Spirit, drive away from me all forms of sickness and disease.
restore strength to my body and joy to my spirit,
so that in my renewed health,
I may bless and serve you,
now and forevermore.

- Author Unknown

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Renew My Mind, Body and Soul

O' Holy One
I come before you today in need of your healing hand.
In you all things are possible.
Hold my heart within yours, and renew my mind, body, and soul.

I am lost, but I come to you with grace.

You gave us life, and you also give us the gift of infinite joy.
Give me the strength to move forward on the path you've laid out for me.
Guide me towards better health, and give me the wisdom to identify those you've placed
around me to help me get better.

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Mend What is Broken

Gracious God,
I call on you right now in a special way.
It is through your power
that I was created.
Every breath I take,
every morning I wake,
and every moment of every hour,
I live under your power.

I ask you now to touch me
with that same power.
For if you created me from nothing,
you can certainly recreate me.
Fill me with the healing power of your spirit.
Cast out anything that should not be in me.

Mend what is broken.
Root out any unproductive cells.
Open any blocked arteries or veins
and rebuild any damaged areas.
Remove all inflammation and
cleanse any infection.
Let the warmth of your healing
love pass through my body
to make new any unhealthy areas
so that my body will function
the way you created it to function.

Restore me to full health
in mind and body so that I may
serve you the rest of my life.

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Speedy Recovery

Living Lord,
Your love has held me and kept me through this suffering. Now may your hope and healing lead me quickly to a place of restoration. O Lord the oil of your healing flows through me like a living stream. I choose to bathe in these clear waters each day.

I will keep my eyes on you, and trust in you that I will fully recover. I give you all that I am, and rest in your peace. I hold tightly to your promises. They are like a spring that overflows with goodness.

I wait on you.

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Dull The Pain

Dear God,
It hurts so bad.
Dull the pain with Your love.
Blur the sharp edges by reminding me that from bad comes good.
Help me appreciate that after the sorrow, joy is sweeter.
I look forward to better times. I can endure anything with You by my side.

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Healing For My Long Time Illness

Grand Spirit
Thank You for being with me through all the ups and downs of my life and for the many blessings that You have given me for which I praise and thank You.

You know the illness that I have been struggling with for a long time now and that there is little that seems to be able to be done by the medical profession - but I believe that I am fearfully and wonderfully made and that You know every part of my body. You know exactly why I have been ill for so long. I come to You now asking that You would work a full recovery in my body - whatever is causing this persistent problem. I pray that You would, in Your mercy, give me back the health and strength I need.

Guide me along the path that You have planned for me.

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To Heal A Friend

Think, O' God, of our friend who is ill, whom we now commend to Your compassionate regard.

Comfort him/her upon his/her sickbed, and ease his/her suffering. We beg for deliverance, and submit
that no healing is too hard if it be Your will.

We therefore pray that You bless our friend with Your loving care, renew his/her strength,
and heal what ails him/her in Your loving name.

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Healing A Loved One

Lord, You walked on the earth, understood the broken world, yet also rose from death into resurrected life.
I pray for my loved one that they would be held at this time in your loving arms.
Bless the work of the doctors, surgeons and hospital staff, and bring the power of your resurrection life into their body.
Come fill my loved one from top to toe with your restorative Spirit.
May your resurrection life bring healing and wellness into their being.
May your grace carry them through this hard time into a new season filled with hope and joy.

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For a Sick Friend

O Holy Spirit, please come like a dove
Shield and protect now the one that I love.
Cover their wounds with Your grace feathered wings,
Shield them from sorrow, breathe hope songs within.

Tend with Your goodness the pain that they bear
Heal now their sickness with miracle care.
Carry them high far above till they see
Your rainbow of promise, real hope lies ahead.

I love them so dearly, so help me to be
All that you, would give out through me.

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For A Sick Mother

Gracious God,
Hold my lovely mum at this time of illness, watch over her when she cannot sleep,
speak your love to her when she is afraid, touch and heal her weak body.
You are the fountain of life. I ask for your life giving water to pour down upon her.
Build her up again, look after her emotions and may she know your loving arms are around her at this time.
Thank you for your love, and for your promises to your children.
Thank you that you will never leave us, and that you bring us a peace that surpasses all understanding.

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Monday, December 5, 2022

1 Peter 1:8-9 | Whom Having Not Seen, Ye Love

 
1 Peter 1:8-9 | Whom having Not Seen, Ye Love

1 Peter 1:8-9

Whom Having Not Seen, Ye Love


Morning Prayer

Whom having not seen, ye love; in whom, though now ye see him not, yet believing, ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory: Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your souls.

1 Peter 1:8-9


Inspiration 

Faith means believing without seeing. There are many things we believe without seeing – for example, the air. We do not see it, but we know it is there. For those of us who have faith in the Lord, we know he is real and our salvation is true because we believe without seeing. And, unlike an intangible object, we show affection towards him because we believe what he has done for us. How can we not be filled with love and joy knowing we have received this gift of salvation and will spend eternity with a Savior we know, but have not seen? It's amazing.

Prayer

Dear God, we do not have to see you to believe what you have done. We have heard the stories of your goodness, and we have felt the presence of your Holy Spirit in our lives. You saved me when I was a sinner and transformed my heart and mind. You have filled me with joy unspeakable and I cannot help but rejoice! I love you, Lord! Thank you for the gift of my salvation! Give me opportunities to share my faith with those who need you, Lord. In Jesus' name, amen.

 

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Sunday, December 4, 2022

Job and Solomon: Or, The Wisdom of the Old Testament by T. K. Cheyne

Job and Solomon: Or, The Wisdom of the Old Testament by T. K. Cheyne


JOB AND SOLOMON
OR
THE WISDOM OF THE OLD TESTAMENT
BY THE
REV. T. K. CHEYNE, M.A., D.D.
ORIEL PROFESSOR OF INTERPRETATION AT OXFORD
CANON OF ROCHESTER
NEW YORK
THOMAS WHITTAKER
2 & 3 BIBLE HOUSE
1887


CONTENTS.

INTRODUCTION 1

THE BOOK OF JOB.

I. Job’s Calamity; the Opening of the Dialogues (Chaps. i.-xiv.) 11

II. The Second Cycle of Speeches (Chaps. xv.-xxi.) 30

III. The Third Cycle of Speeches (Chaps. xxii.-xxxi.) 37

IV. The Speeches of Elihu (Chaps. xxxii.-xxxvii.) 42

V. The Speeches of Jehovah (Chaps. xxxviii.-xlii. 6) 48

VI. The Epilogue and its Meaning 58

VII. The Traditional Basis and the Purpose of Job 60

VIII. Date and Place of Composition 71

IX. Argument from the Use of Mythology 76

X. Argument from the Doctrine of Angels 79

XI. Argument from Parallel Passages 83

XII. On the Disputed Passages in the Dialogue Portion, especially the Speeches of Elihu 90

XIII. Is Job a Hebræo-Arabic Poem? 96

XIV. The Book from a Religious Point of View 102

XV. The Book from a General and Western Point of View 106

Note on Job and the Modern Poets 112

Note on the Text of Job 112

Aids to the Student 115

xii THE BOOK OF PROVERBS.

I. Hebrew Wisdom, its Nature, Scope, and Importance 117

II. The Form and Origin of the Proverbs 125

III. The First Collection and its Appendices 130

IV. The Second Collection and its Appendices 142

V. The Praise of Wisdom 156

VI. Supplementary on Questions of Date and Origin 165

VII. The Text of Proverbs 173

Note on Prov. xxx. 31 175

VIII. The Religious Value of the Book of Proverbs 176

Aids to the Student 178

THE WISDOM OF JESUS THE SON OF SIRACH.

I. The Wise Man Turned Scribe. Sirach’s Moral Teaching 179

II. Sirach’s Teaching (continued). His Place in the Movement of Thought 188

Aids to the Student (see also Appendix) 198

THE BOOK OF KOHELETH; OR, ECCLESIASTES.

I. The Wise Man Turned Author and Philosopher 199

II. ‘Truth and Fiction’ in an Autobiography 207

III. More Moralising, interrupted by Proverbial Maxims 213

IV. Facts of Contemporary Life 218

V. The Wise Man’s Parting Counsels 222

xiii VI. Koheleth’s ‘Portrait of Old Age;’ the Epilogue, its Nature and Origin 229

VII. Ecclesiastes and its Critics (from a Philological Point of View) 236

VIII. Ecclesiastes and its Critics (from a Literary and Psychological Point of View) 242

IX. Ecclesiastes from a Moral and Religious Point of View 248

X. Date and Place of Composition 255

XI. Does Koheleth contain Greek Words or Ideas? 260

XII. Textual Problems of Koheleth 273

XIII. The Canonicity of Ecclesiastes and Ecclesiasticus 279

Aids to the Student 285

APPENDIX (see Special Table of Contents) 287

INDEX 303

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Saturday, December 3, 2022

1 Peter 5:5 | Peter Writes That They Should be Subject to the Elders.

 


Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.

1 Peter 5:5

 

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022

The King James Version of the Bible (eBook)

The King James Version of the Bible



The King James Version of the Bible


The King James Version
(KJV), also the King James Bible (KJB) and the Authorized Version, is an English translation of the Christian Bible for the Church of England, which was commissioned in 1604 and published in 1611, by sponsorship of King James VI and I. The 80 books of the King James Version include 39 books of the Old Testament, an intertestamental section containing 14 books of what Protestants consider the Apocrypha, and the 27 books of the New Testament. Noted for its "majesty of style", the King James Version has been described as one of the most important books in English culture and a driving force in the shaping of the English-speaking world. Wikipedia

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Wednesday, March 16, 2022

Isaiah 41:10 Bible Verse That Gives You Strength

Isaiah 41:10 Bible Verse That Gives You Strength

Bible Verse That Gives You Strength


Isaiah 41:10

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.


 

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Friday, December 3, 2021

Ephesians 6:12: Our Struggle Is Not Against Flesh And Blood




Ephesians 6:12: Our Battle Is Not Against Flesh And Blood

by Olivia Salter




Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, I invite you to turn your Bibles to Ephesians 6:12, which says, "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms."

In this verse, the apostle Paul provides us with a powerful reminder of the spiritual reality that exists beyond what our eyes can see. He reveals to us that there is a battle taking place—a battle not against ordinary human beings but against powerful spiritual forces that seek to corrupt, deceive, and divide.

It is crucial for us to understand the context in which this verse is placed. The letter to the Ephesians, written by Paul while he was in prison, addresses the various challenges faced by the early Christian community. Paul urges the believers to stand firm in their faith, living out their calling as children of God.

He reminds the Ephesians and us today that our struggles are not merely physical or against flesh and blood. Instead, our primary battle is against spiritual forces. Paul emphasizes that these forces pervade the heavenly realms, working relentlessly to hinder our relationship with God and disrupt our Christian witness.

So, who are these spiritual forces of evil? They are not to be taken lightly or dismissed as mere superstition. They are real and formidable adversaries whose main goal is the destruction of God's purposes and the enslavement of humanity. Furthermore, they manifest themselves in various ways, such as false ideologies, moral corruption, division within the church, and temptations that can lead us astray.

It is important for us to recognize that this battle is not something we can fight with our own strength. Our passage reminds us that we have a responsibility to engage in this spiritual warfare, but we must do so with the full armor of God.

Ephesians 6:13–17 goes on to describe the spiritual armor God provides for us, equipping us to stand strong against the powers of darkness. We are instructed to wear truth as a belt, righteousness as a breastplate, readiness with the gospel of peace as shoes, faith as a shield, and the Word of God as a sword.

When we rely on God's armor, we are enabled to resist the schemes of the enemy, rejecting his lies and temptations. Our battle cry becomes one of faith, holding fast to the promises of God and standing firm on the foundation of His truth.

Brothers and sisters, this passage serves as a call to vigilance and alertness in our spiritual lives. We must not be ignorant or passive, but rather fully aware of the spiritual battle that wages around us. We need to remain rooted in our faith, live in righteousness, and be steadfast in our commitment to Christ.

Furthermore, this passage encourages us to support one another as we engage in this ongoing battle. The Christian journey was never meant to be traveled alone. We are called to stand shoulder to shoulder, encouraging and uplifting one another, as we strive to resist the forces of evil and advance the Kingdom of God.

Let us heed the warning and encouragement found in Ephesians 6:12. May we never forget that our struggle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces. With the armor of God, let us press forward, knowing that victory is assured in Christ Jesus.

In conclusion, let us be aware of the spiritual battle that surrounds us. Let us take hold of the armor of God and fight against the forces of evil. And may we find comfort and strength in the assurance that, through Christ, we are more than conquerors in this spiritual warfare.

May the Lord bless you and keep you, and may His Spirit empower you to stand firm against the schemes of the enemy. 

Amen.

 

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Friday, June 25, 2021

KJV: Philippians 4:19 God Shall Supply All Your Need

 


KJV: Philippians 4:19 God Shall Supply All Your Need 


by Olivia Salter


But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

Philippians 4:19


Ladies and gentlemen,

Today, I stand before you to share a powerful verse from the book of Philippians, chapter 4, verse 19. It reads, "And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus." These words hold immense meaning and provide us with great comfort and assurance in our daily lives.

The apostle Paul wrote this letter to the church in Philippi while he was imprisoned, yet his words echoed the profound truth of God's unlimited provision. In this verse, Paul reminds us that our God is not only aware of our needs, but is also willing and able to meet them.

One of the most beautiful aspects of this passage is the recognition that our needs are not limited to material possessions alone. It encompasses every aspect of our lives—physical, emotional, and spiritual. Our loving and compassionate God is concerned about all areas of our well-being.

When we look at the phrase "according to the riches of his glory," we can find great assurance and hope. God's resources are limitless, abundant, and never-ending. He owns everything in the universe and has an infinite supply of love, mercy, grace, and provision. There is nothing too difficult for him to handle.

It is important to note that God's provision is not merely a response to our desires; it is provided in accordance with His glorious riches. That means His provision is not based on what we think we need, but rather on what He, in His wisdom and sovereignty, deems necessary for our lives. He knows what is truly best for us, even when we might not fully understand it at the time.

In this verse, Paul connects God's provision with His glory in Christ Jesus. It is through Jesus Christ that our needs are met. God's provision flows from His abundant grace and the sacrifice of His Son. The ultimate expression of God's provision is found in the gift of Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for our salvation. Through Him, we receive eternal life and every spiritual blessing.

As believers, we can rest assured knowing that our needs, both temporal and eternal, are under the care of our Heavenly Father. Philippians 4:19 serves as a source of comfort and encouragement for every situation we may face. When we encounter difficulties, we can rely on God's promise to provide what is necessary. His provision may not always align with our expectations, but we can trust that it will always align with His perfect plan for our lives.

So, how can we apply this verse to our lives? Firstly, we must cultivate a mindset of trust and reliance on God. By surrendering our worries and fears, we acknowledge that He is in control and that His provision will be sufficient. Secondly, let us not be consumed by our needs alone, but remember that our ultimate purpose is to bring glory to God. When we trust Him with our provision, we are freed to focus on fulfilling our role in His kingdom, living out His love, and sharing His truth with others.

Lastly, let us not forget the importance of gratitude. As we recognize God's provision in our lives, both big and small, let our hearts overflow with gratitude and praise. Thankfulness opens our eyes to the countless ways God has blessed us and helps us to see that He is faithful even in the midst of challenges.

In conclusion, Philippians 4:19 assures us of God's commitment to meeting all our needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus. May we hold onto this promise and live each day with unwavering trust in our loving Heavenly Father. Let us find comfort in knowing that He holds our provision in His hands and will sustain us in every circumstance. May His provision fuel our gratitude, strengthen our faith, and bring glory to His name.

Amen.


 

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Thursday, June 24, 2021

KJV: Psalm: 23 The Lord is My Shepard


23 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.


 

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Sunday, June 20, 2021

KJV: Genesis 1: In the Beginning God Created the Heaven and the Earth


Genesis 1


1   In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. 

2   And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters. 

3   And God said, Let there be light: and there was light. 

4   And God saw the light, that it was good: and God divided the light from the darkness. 

5   And God called the light Day, and the darkness he called Night. And the evening and the morning were the first day.

6   And God said, Let there be a firmament in the midst of the waters, and let it divide the waters from the waters. 

7   And God made the firmament, and divided the waters which were under the firmament from the waters which were above the firmament: and it was so. 

8   And God called the firmament Heaven. And the evening and the morning were the second day.

9   And God said, Let the waters under the heaven be gathered together unto one place, and let the dry land appear: and it was so. 

10  And God called the dry land Earth; and the gathering together of the waters called he Seas: and God saw that it was good. 

11  And God said, Let the earth bring forth grass, the herb yielding seed, and the fruit tree yielding fruit after his kind, whose seed is in itself, upon the earth: and it was so. 

12  And the earth brought forth grass, and herb yielding seed after his kind, and the tree yielding fruit, whose seed was in itself, after his kind: and God saw that it was good. 

13  And the evening and the morning were the third day.

14  And God said, Let there be lights in the firmament of the heaven to divide the day from the night; and let them be for signs, and for seasons, and for days, and years: 

15  and let them be for lights in the firmament of the heaven to give light upon the earth: and it was so. 

16  And God made two great lights; the greater light to rule the day, and the lesser light to rule the night: he made the stars also. 

17  And God set them in the firmament of the heaven to give light upon the earth, 

18  and to rule over the day and over the night, and to divide the light from the darkness: and God saw that it was good. 

19  And the evening and the morning were the fourth day.

20  And God said, Let the waters bring forth abundantly the moving creature that hath life, and fowl that may fly above the earth in the open firmament of heaven. 

21  And God created great whales, and every living creature that moveth, which the waters brought forth abundantly, after their kind, and every winged fowl after his kind: and God saw that it was good. 

22  And God blessed them, saying, Be fruitful, and multiply, and fill the waters in the seas, and let fowl multiply in the earth. 

23  And the evening and the morning were the fifth day.

24  And God said, Let the earth bring forth the living creature after his kind, cattle, and creeping thing, and beast of the earth after his kind: and it was so. 

25  And God made the beast of the earth after his kind, and cattle after their kind, and every thing that creepeth upon the earth after his kind: and God saw that it was good. 

26  And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth. 

27  So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them. 

28  And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth. 

29  And God said, Behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed, which is upon the face of all the earth, and every tree, in the which is the fruit of a tree yielding seed; to you it shall be for meat. 

30  And to every beast of the earth, and to every fowl of the air, and to every thing that creepeth upon the earth, wherein there is life, I have given every green herb for meat: and it was so. 

31  And God saw every thing that he had made, and, behold, it was very good. And the evening and the morning were the sixth day.


 

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Jeremiah 29:11, KJV: I Know the Plans I Have for You," Declares the Lord


For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future
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Saturday, June 19, 2021

Psalm 1:3, KJV: In All That He Does, He Prospers

In all that he does, he prospers. And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper." ... Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do."


 

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The Shepherd's Promise: Finding Peace in Psalm 23

  The Shepherd's Promise: Finding Peace in Psalm 23 By Olivia Salter Beloved friends, today we gather to reflect on one of the most cher...