Scripture Journaling: Psalm 18:1

Context/Background:  David spoke the words of this song to the Lord; the day Jehovah delivered him from the hand of all his enemies and from the hand of Saul.

Psalm 18:1 ... "I love you Lord, my strength ..."

See also II Samuel 22

(Underlined words in the above scripture are for the purpose of easy location for my personal use.)

Underlined Words/Key Words:

love:  love of the deepest kind.  Expresses the tenderest affection and is elsewhere never used to denote love of man towards God, but only that of God towards man.  (Pulpit Commentary; Coffman Commentary)

strength:  help (Strongs # H2391); horn of my salvation, deliverer, refuge, fortress, shield, rock, stronghold

My thoughts:  can't you just feel the deep gratitude, thankfulness and love bubbling from David's heart for the Lord!

It has long been my prayer that my love for the Lord increase, in fact, I asked Him often to help me love Him more and to open my eyes to all His love and care in my life.

*I love you Lord, my strength! *

patsy @ From This Heart Of Mine

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Scripture Journaling: Isaiah 41:10

Context/Background:  Israel was in need of some reassurance and a reminder that God cared.  (Isaiah 40:27-31)

Isaiah 41:10 ... fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.   

(Underlined words in the above scripture are for the purpose of easy location for my personal use.)

Key Words/Underlined Words:

fear:  frightened; dread

dismayed:  anxious, afraid

strengthen:  fortify

help:  protect or aid

uphold:  sustain, help, follow close

God's assurances from Isaiah 41:10 ...

1.  God doesn't want them to be afraid 

2.  They will receive strength from God 

3.  God will help them 

My thoughts:  some days I feel so inadequate for the tasks before me.  Today, I awoke feeling that way and cried out to God in prayer.  Later, as I began my Bible study for the day, this verse leapt off the page to me.  Thank you, Lord, for the reminder!  I love You Lord, my strength!

patsy @ From This Heart Of Mine

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