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First Verse, a journey through the Psalms: Psalm 42

As the deer longs for streams of water, so I long for you, O God. (Psalm 42:1, NLT) I asked myself, how does a deer long for a drink of water?  And what would make her do so?   A … Continue reading

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First Verse, a journey through the Psalms: Psalm 40

I waited patiently for the Lord to help me, and he turned to me and heard my cry. (Psalm 40:1, NLT) Patiently?  How many of us can admit we wait patiently for the Lord?  Definitely not me.   Usually I … Continue reading

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First Verse, a journey through the Psalms: Psalm 39

I said to myself, “I will watch what I do and not sin in what I say. I will hold my tongue when the ungodly are around me.” (Psalm 39:1, NLT) Do you struggle with an untamed tongue?  Do you ever say … Continue reading

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First Verse, a journey through the Psalms: Psalm 38

O Lord, don’t rebuke me in your anger or discipline me in your rage! (Psalm 38:1, NLT) I’m one of those people who have a sensitive heart.  So, I usually try to learn things quickly in life because I don’t like being … Continue reading

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First Verse, a journey through the Psalms: Psalm 37

Don’t worry about the wicked or envy those who do wrong. (Psalm 37:1, NLT) Ah, but isn’t that a hard thing, not to worry or envy? Especially those we think are getting away with something. And we see them everywhere. The … Continue reading

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