Bible Study & Devotional 255

Guiding Scripture: Psalm 56:3 “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.”

🔴Confident Trust

written by: Torrie Slaughter

Many psalms help us organize our thought and seek clarity through God’s truth. We worship a mighty living God who knows our struggles because He goes before us. He knows our enemies because their father is Satan. 

Psalm 56 is an incredible example of lamenting while giving praise. We can thank God for His character and trust that we will be delivered if it is His will. 

As you read today’s assigned passages, I pray you take comfort and read Psalm 56 a few times. Be still and meditate on the Word of the Lord. Remember, God sees us. He will not twist our words, and humans cannot thwart His divine plan. 

Psalm 56

1 Be merciful to me, my God,

for my enemies are in hot pursuit;

all day long, they press their attack.

2My adversaries pursue me all day long;

in their pride, many are attacking me.

3When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.

4In God, whose word I praise—

in God, I trust and am not afraid.

What can mere mortals do to me?

5All day long, they twist my words;

all their schemes are for my ruin.

6They conspire, they lurk,

they watch my steps,

hoping to take my life.

7Because of their wickedness, do not let them escape;

in your anger, God, bring the nations down.

8Record my misery;

list my tears on your scroll —

are they not in your record?

9Then my enemies will turn back

when I call for help.

By this, I will know that God is for me.

10In God, whose word I praise,

in the Lord, whose word I praise—

11in God, I trust and am not afraid.

What can man do to me?

12I am under vows to you, my God;

I will present my thank offerings to you.

13For you have delivered me from death

and my feet from stumbling,

that I may walk before God

in the light of life.

🔴 The Bible In A Year Daily Reading Plan

Sunday, September 12, 2021

Isaiah 10:1-11:16, 2 Corinthians 12:11-21, Psalm 56:1-13, Proverbs 23:6-8 

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Bible Study & Devotional 251

Guiding Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4 ‘The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds.’    

🔴Meekness & Humility

written by: Torrie Slaughter

Today we begin reading the book of Isaiah, a prophet and man of God sent to warn God’s people. Isaiah was chosen because he recognized his sinful nature, and God calls Him to a higher office. Spiritually, there is nothing more satisfying than knowing God’s will for our lives and being His faithful servant.

However…

In this fallen world, not all people appreciate the transforming truth of God’s Word. And as the Apostle Paul also faced enemy’s to the Gospel, we can expect the same.

As you read the assigned passages, think about your testimony and how you glorify God. Have you approached the throne of His grace with meekness and humility?

We make a mindful transition and create new thought patterns when we utilize God’s Word and embrace our current circumstances. Acknowledge who you’ve become and ask God if you’re abiding, trusting, and loving Him through your mindfulness. Remember, our Heavenly Father gives us the power to withstand attacks and keep pressing forward with His purpose.

🔴 The Bible In A Year Daily Reading Plan

Wednesday, September 8, 2021

Isaiah 1:1-2:22, 2 Corinthians 10:1-18, Psalm 52:1-9, Proverbs 22:26-27

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