Month: October 2023

Scripture Psalms 53:1 To the Chief Musician. Set to ‘Mahalath.’ A Contemplation of David. The fool has said in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt, and have done abominable iniquity; There is none who does good.

Observation: When you look around this world it must be what people are saying, there is no God. They immorality that we see, the sins that are committed must be that people don’t believe in God or otherwise they would fear Him and repent. You can watch the news on any given day and see the sinful way we act and how we break God’s commandments. Our own country has turned from God and the way He desires us to live, we have become so immoral as if God doesn’t exist. It’s hard to believe that God doesn’t turn His back and say we no longer exist. No one is good no not one.

Application: I need to recognize my Lord and my God each day and draw close to Him that I don’t sin. I need His protection from this world or I wall fall into the sin of this world. My nature is to sin so I need to stay away from my nature and draw my strength from God. I need to only fear God and be afraid only when I’m not in His will. There is a God and I need to bring others to Him for their salvation.

Prayer: My Lord this sinner comes before you on bended knee. I get so lost in this world and you are my sanctuary, may I abide in You that you will keep me safe and guide me in the way you want me to go. I love you and desire to honor you help me do this in glory and honor to your name.

Scripture Psalms 52:3 You love evil more than good, Lying rather than speaking righteousness.

Observation: I don’t think I love evil, but it seems I prefer it over doing good. My mind and heart are bent that way and I can’t seem to stay from evil thoughts or desires very long. My mind doesn’t go to helping my neighbor or loving them, my first thought is evil and to judge. I think of myself before other, which is contradictory to what my Lord commands me to do, which is evil. It is easier to tell I lie that makes me look good then the truth and except my mistakes, which again is evil and against God’s will.

Application: I know I can’t change on my own and only through the power of the Holy Spirit can anything good come from me. I need to be close to God to see all the evil I do and have Him change me. I need to only tell the truth no matter what the consequences might be, because that is the only way I can honor my Lord. I need to watch my thoughts and words to make sure that they glorify God and help others. I need to do good over evil and when I fail, I need to humble myself before my Lord and beg for forgiveness.

Prayer: My Lord this evil man comes before you and desires to be good. I try each day, but fail miserably and I know I will continue to do so unless you change me. I give you this life as a living sacrifice, make it holy and pleasing to you. I love you and want to be what you want me to be.

Scripture Psalms 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God, And renew a steadfast spirit within me.

Observation: I can’t create a new heart, no matter how bad I want to. I’m a sinner and in my own power I can’t do anything good. Only God can create a new heart and He’ll only do it if we desire it to be done. I’m tired of this evil heart I have I have my moments when it honors God but the moments are few and far between. I need my creator to change my heart and renew my spirit so I can fulfill the purpose that He created me for, because in my old ways nothing will get done.

Application: I need to constantly go before my Lord and ask and desire for Him to create a new heart in me. A heart that desires to serve and obey, a heart for my brothers and sisters needs above my own, a servant’s heart. I need to ask for a renewed spirit a spirit on fire for God, a fire that can only be quenched with fruitful works. I need to be focused on this and not let my heart wander off to other things. I need to be dedicated to my Lord and continue to desire a new heart that would please Him.

Prayer: My Lord create in me a new heart, O God and renew a steadfast spirit within me. I love you and desire above all to glorify You.

Scripture Psalms 50:15 Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me.”

Observation: How many prayers has God answered for you? I think back and the list is too long to remember them all. I have thanked Him for many and others I guess I just take for granted because the more He does for me the more I expect, but how many times have I glorified my Lord with answered prayers. How many times as have I gone to others to tell them the miracle God did in my life? There has been a few but each one should have been recognized and God should have been glorified. When I give my depression testimony I give God the glory, but He deserves the glory each day because each day is a miracle.

Application: I need to live a more transparent life that others can see God through me. I say I live for Him, but my life doesn’t show it. I’m supposed to be His servant, but I serve myself more than I do my Master. Each day He still hears my prayers and answers is unworthy servant and my creator deserves to be glorified. I might be the closest some people get to knowing God and my job is to introduce Him to others and tell of His wondrous love.

Prayer: Lord forgive me for taking You for granted and just accepting all You do for me without the proper recognition you deserve. May I always give you glory and obey you in everything. May my life reflect your love and bring you honor and glory. May I be the best advertisement of what you want for your children. Humble me before you that all others can see is You.

Scripture Psalms 49:3 My mouth shall speak wisdom, And the meditation of my heart shall give understanding.

Observation: I wish that was me that I spoke with wisdom and that the words that came out of my mouth would help others understand. Unfortunately, that isn’t the case to be able to do that you must be focused on God and helping others. Most of my thoughts are about me and the things that I want. I would have to invest more time in study to obtain wisdom which gives me less time on the couch watching television and meditating I would have to be focused on things without interruption of mindless thought which seems nearly impossible for me to do.

Application: I need to realize being able to accomplish these things would honor God. To be able to obtain wisdom and be able to share that wisdom with others would be a gift that would glorify my Lord. To be able to meditate would give me peace and understanding. I would be able to draw nearer to God and able to understand more clearly the path in which He wants me to travel.

Prayer: My Lord I desire to speak wisdom and be able to sit still and hear your voice, but apart from you I could nothing. I ask for these gifts and the strength to do them. I know this would honor you, but my mind is so set on me and the ways of this world. Help me Lord fill me with the Holy Spirit and use this useless man to do your will. I freely give myself to you, please take over.

Scripture Psalms 48:14 For this is God, Our God forever and ever; He will be our guide Even to death.

Observation: God isn’t only for this life, He saved us to spend eternity with Him in Heaven. He wants us to realize we belong to Him and that He loves us. He knows this life is hard and confusing and that is why He wants to guide us through it. He has given us instructions on how to live, He is always there to ask for guidance and if we can be quiet, we will be able to hear His instructions for us. His motive for putting us here is love and He wants us to succeed in living a fruitful life that He can reward later when we get home.

Application: I hate asking for direction and I think I can figure things out on my own, but I know that is not true. I need to be constantly asking for guidance and then listen for the answers. I have one chance at this life and the decisions I make have eternal consequences. I need not only pray, but I need to listen and take any selfish desires from my heart and fill it with Godly ones. I have one chance and I can’t afford to mess it up.

Prayer: My Lord, I need you more than I will ever need anything else. Soften my heart and give me the wisdom to listen to You. Please guide me each moment of every day so I don’t get lost in this maze of life. I’m so stubborn Lord soften my heart that I will humble myself before you and be obedient to every command. I love you Lord may I prove it with my actions today,

Scripture Psalms 47:2 For the LORD Most High is awesome; He is a great King over all the earth.

Observation: I need to remember that God is the one that is awesome and not me. He created me for His good pleasure and not mine. My Lord rules the earth no matter what is happening He is allowing it to happen. Whether we agree or not it doesn’t matter God is all powerful and He has a purpose for everything. Once we have God on His throne where He belongs, we can rest assured that everything will be as it is supposed to be. God is the ruler not us or anyone else on this earth, but God is King and He rules justly. If we can accept that and serve as we are called to do, we will have peace and allow God to rule for He is awesome

Application: I need to take this advice and stop worrying all of the time and allow God to rule in my heart. I wake up and go to bed with so much on my mind it is hard to rest and I need to have my awesome King rule not just the world but my life as well. He created me and knows why and I need to let Him take charge and trust Him in everything. I need to let Him reign completely in my life.

Prayer: My Lord your servant is waiting to be commanded by His King. Command me today to do all you desire and that I will be obedient in all. Rule over your servant have me serve you wholeheartedly. I love you and I desire to please you with this life you have given me.