lovd for the books of the Bible

Some scripture just stands out when you read it. Such is Psalm 34 for me. So many different books of the Bible are part of our lives and have special places in our lives.

Proverbs is the one I am committed to each day, and I challenge you to read it daily linking the day of the month to the chapter you read.

The Gospel of John and Romans are both powerful and important books for me. There are so many more that stand out. Through the years of following God Scripture has been vital to life and also taught me so much.

Another is Psalms. As a young adult this book came alive to me as I spent time with God and the verses of this book worked their way in me, my heart and gave peace and understanding.

That is why I point you to Psalm 34. I have quoted some of this chapter earlier this week. But here are part os the chapter that speak to me.

Psalm 34:1-3 NLT

I will praise the Lord at all times. I will constantly speak his praises. 2 I will boast only in the Lord; let all who are helpless take heart. 3 Come, let us tell of the Lord’s greatness; let us exalt his name together.

The author commits to lift God, to praise Him and to point others to do the same. David did that many times over. We should make the same commitment.

Psalm 34:17-19 NLT

The Lord hears his people when they call to him for help. He rescues them from all their troubles. 18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed. 19 The righteous person faces many troubles, but the Lord comes to the rescue each time.

More promises from God that David speaks about. He is our helper. He is the one who rescues. He is close to those who broken and hurting. That is the God who loves us and is for us.

Psalm 34:22 NLT

But the Lord will redeem those who serve him. No one who takes refuge in him will be condemned.

There we will end. His redemption and love carries us when nothing else will. Trust God for when you come to the end of yourself and allow Him to be your refuge.

He is more than we have experienced and more than we will ever know. This is a powerful Psalm. Take it in!

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