Character of God
Let My Mind Dwell
I am learning to “take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ” (2 Corinthians 10:5). The struggles and sins that I encounter every day are, first of all, a battle of the mind that I must fight with the Sword of the Spirit (God’s Word). In feeling discouraged by Satan’s lies about my … Continue reading
El Elyon and El Shadday
I spent some time studying Psalm 91 more deeply this morning. At this point, I studied verse 1 mainly and then looked for themes throughout the chapter… Psalm 91:1 (God’s Word translation w/names) “Whoever lives under the shelter of Elyon will remain in the shadow of Shadday.” – El Elyon is the Most High God, … Continue reading
Oh, Magnify the Lord with Me
Is God big enough? 2013. A new year has begun. I’m at a point in life where I feel that my problems are overwhelming my joy. My weakness is overtaking my strength. Is God big enough? During the Christmas season I was reminded of Mary’s words when she was presented with the overwhelming task of … Continue reading
There may yet be hope…
Sometimes I just feel discouraged. Sometimes I wonder why the LORD doesn’t provide the way I think He should. Lamentations 3:20-29 have given me new perspective this week. My soul continually remembers my affliction and is bowed down within me. But this I call to mind, and therefore I have hope: The steadfast love of … Continue reading
Psalm 42
I felt discouraged frequently last week. The refreshing words of Psalm 42 encouraged me this morning. (from the Names of God Bible, God’s Word translation) El, Elohim = Creator God, El Chay = the Living God, Yahweh = Lord As a deer longs for flowing streams, so my soul longs for You, O Elohim. My … Continue reading
My Adonay
“Elohim is my helper! Adonay is the provider for my life…I will give thanks to Your good name, O Yahweh. Your name rescues me from every trouble.” (Psalm 54:4, 6-7) Adonay, my Lord and Master, “To You I lift up my eyes, O You who are enthroned in the heavens! Behold, as the eyes of … Continue reading
My Father’s Hands
Our first unit for writing in 5th grade is personal narratives. Because reading and writing are so intertwined, I have been making an effort to connect children’s books and reading skills with our writing this year. I’ve always loved children’s literature, and it’s exciting to have a purpose for it in my classroom this year. … Continue reading