Saturday, November 16
Read Psalm 34
Think About It:
This is such an encouraging Psalm of David that tells us when we praise God lifting up the Name of the LORD and holding Him in high esteem with everything we say and do, He delivers us from all our fears and saves us from every trouble! Read it through in different versions and let it sink in and it is sure to lift your Spirit and increase your faith.
Whenever you find yourself discouraged, this Psalm gives the perfect recipe to encourage yourself in the LORD: (vs. 1-3) Praise His Name; (vs. 4) Share your testimony, remembering what God has done for you! (vs. 5) Fix your focus on God alone and Who He is; (vs. 6-7) Cry out to the LORD and expect Him to send His angels to empower you and listen for His voice to give you direction; (vs. 8-11) Think of the gifts He has given, the pleasures He provides us; (12-15) Watch your words and make “peace” your life motto. And finally, verse 22 says, “The LORD has paid for the freedom of His servants, and He will freely pardon those who love Him. He will declare them free and innocent when they turn to hide themselves in Him.”
Family Time:
- When should we bless the Lord? (verse 1)
- Who encamps about those who fear the Lord? (verse 7)
- What should we keep our tongue from? (verse 13)
