Passage of the Day:
The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love. 9 He will not always accuse, nor will he harbor his anger forever; 10 he does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities. 11 For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his love for those who fear him; 12 as far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us. 13 As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him; 14 for he knows how we are formed, he remembers that we are dust. 15 The life of mortals is like grass, they flourish like a flower of the field; 16 the wind blows over it and it is gone, and its place remembers it no more. 17 But from everlasting to everlasting the Lord’s love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children’s children—18 with those who keep his covenant and remember to obey his precepts. 19 The Lord has established his throne in heaven, and his kingdom rules over all. 20 Praise the Lord, you his angels, you mighty ones who do his bidding, who obey his word. 21 Praise the Lord, all his heavenly hosts, you his servants who do his will. 22 Praise the Lord, all his works everywhere in his dominion. Praise the Lord, my soul, Psalm 103:8-22.
Reflection:
Life can be hard enough on its own, especially if you have been dealt a bad hand. You may even ask, “why me God?” As David wrote the above Psalm, a light bulb went off in his mind, serving as a soul-full reminder of all the good things that God has done in his life. This comes to a climax in verses 11-12 as God’s forgiveness and love is infinite, as far as the east is from the west.
Prayerful Action:
He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.30 Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; 31 but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint, Isaiah 40:29-31.
Refreshing Your Soul:
The image of any bird flying effortlessly in the air is something to marvel at. Yet, when an Old Testament prophet compares God to an eagle, this analogy is encouraging, especially to those who feel like they have nothing else to give. On these days of desperation, when you consider quitting, turn your hope toward the Lord. This biblical promise will refresh any soul in need of comfort.
Song of the Day:
Final Thoughts:
The lyrics of Reckless Love remind me of David’s words in Psalm 103. As you listen to this spontaneous worship montage version, may it serve as a soul-full reminder of God’s love.
by Jay Mankus
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