Psalm 91 is sometimes called The Soldier’s Psalm. We hear stories of soldiers putting its words on small pieces of paper or cardboard and tucking them in a pocket in their uniform. Through history others have put its words in small lockets as if to ward off evil. Although Psalm 91 most certainly speaks about … Continue reading Divine deliverance
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God’s heart?
Have you ever heard someone say, “Hey, I know you’re going through a tough time, but don’t worry: God won’t give you more than you can handle.” It’s often well-intentioned. And some people think it’s from the Bible. (It’s not.) A part of the reason this expression concerns me is because I think it misleads … Continue reading God’s heart?
Giving troubles over
Susanna Wesley lived a few hundred years ago. She gave birth to 19 children. 10 survived infancy. To say she was busy is an understatement. Plus, she had a difficult life—marital troubles, financial hardship, and illness were frequent visitors. And that’s not to mention the pain and difficulty of coping with the death of 9 … Continue reading Giving troubles over
