PRAISE THE LORD!
Today’s Reading: Psalms 148-150
Click scripture link to read online or HERE to listen online (then click the symbol of the audio speaker above the scripture portion).
Joppa is a major port on the west coast of Israel, as it was during Biblical times. It was here that the Apostle Peter fell into a trance and saw a sheet being lowered down from Heaven. On the sheet were all kinds of creatures (Acts 10:12). According to today’s reading, all creatures great and small are to “Praise the Lord!” We non-Jews got in on the blessings of Abraham and Jesus as a result of what happened to Peter. Jonah departed from this port on a whale of a trip! (Jonah 1:3).
GOOGLE MAPS – To see where the photo was taken, click HERE.
Key Verses: Psalm 150:6
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord!
In Psalm 148, the crown of God’s creation — men and women — are mentioned last for emphasis! Regardless of status, age or sex, everyone is urged to “Praise the Lord!” We, who are believers in Jesus, may want to consider a New Testament reading which expands our reason to “Praise the Lord!” (Philippians 2:8-11).
Psalm 149 moves us into another dimension of praise. We are to praise Him for Who He is! For the ancient Israelite, the celebration of praise was often accompanied by singing, playing musical instruments and dancing!!!
Just in case we failed to get King David’s message, he writes here, in the final hymn in this, the temple hymnbook from which Jesus would have sung, the word “Praise” 13 times in six short verses!
PRAYER FOR TODAY:
I praise You, O God! I lift up Your name to honour and glorify You! You alone are worthy! I magnify You with the words of my mouth and with my body language also! Glory! Glory! Glory! You are great and greatly to be praised! Amen!!!
100 PERSONAL WORDS:
After reading today’s Psalms, I’ve decided to join Norma-Jean, just the two of us for now, in singing the doxology, “Praise God from whom all blessings flow.”
I have much to praise God for. My little great-granddaughter whose blood platelets went down at the lowest point to 3 is now above the normal level. Thanks for your prayers. Also some readers may be aware that I was given an “expiry date” of March 2014. MDS acute leukaemia was to take my life in 2 years after diagnosis (March 2012). Yesterday I had a check up and the specialist said that I’m doing better than expected. It will be two years ago this January that he said of my health, “Jaw dropping remarkable.” He gave me permission to quote him. I love having more time with my 11 great-grandchildren, Norma-Jean and the entire family, friends and people down here on earth. Thanks for all who remember me in their prayers!!! I must confess, however, that I was disappointed for a while that I didn’t get to see Jesus when I had expected to. God’s timing will always be just right!
Yours to encourage us all to “PRAISE THE LORD!”
David
P.S. Here is a beautiful rendition of “The Doxology” I found on Youtube, sung during a wedding ceremony (click HERE). Why not take a moment to praise God and sing along with these young men?
PRAISE GOD FROM WHOM ALL BLESSINGS FLOW
Amen!
I’m very glad to hear about your great -granddaughter! I was wondering when we would get another report, and that is great.
You are a blessing to many people, so we are blessed that you are doing so well.
Amen!!
Our God is so faithful, and there to be found by those who hunger and thirst for Righteousness…
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MOMENT BY MOMENT
When did it begin,
and when will it end ?
How did it start
was God ALWAYS my Friend?
… Moment by Moment ?
In dawn’s early light,
and the depths of the night;
was I EVER alone
as I stood, or took flight?
…Moment by Moment ?
When my heart began beating
and at last becomes still,
will You stay with me always;
can we act out Your Will ?
… Moment by Moment ?
As my eyes become dim
and these limbs easily tire;
will YOU bear me on Wings
from the quicksand and mire?
… Moment by Moment ?
In my youth I was proud
and for Power did strain;
allowing Pride to seduce…
but success was in vain !
… Moment by Moment !
I’ve strained at the leash
like a wild captive creature,
seeking to run from the Love
of the only True Teacher !
… Moment by Moment !
Let my foolishness end;
let me treat it like dross.
Let obedience consistently
respond to the Cross !
… Moment by Moment !
Before I ever was made
and by flesh was conceived;
Did You determine at heart
To die for my need ?
… Moment by Moment?
Jesus come now and quickly;
change our likeness to yours.
we are dying from pain
of Earth’s sin-ridden flaws !
… Moment by Moment !
Jesus will soon wrap up
this broken worlds’ state.
It’s almost the end !
It’s almost too late !
Will you now seize this moment,
and surrender your life
to the Christ who will transform
your torment and strife?
Walk with Him eternally… …
…Moment by Moment !
Robin Stephen Aldrich ( writing as Witness Stand ) November 13, 2015
Praise the Lord for your good health and your great granddaughter’s Rev. Mainse.
Such an inspirational poem Robin. Thank you and God has blessed you with a great talent.
Blessings.
inspired poem Robin! thanks for sharing.
WOW!
Good news about River.
That wedding must have been very special. Praise the LORD!
Shalom,
Graham.
Praise the Lord, oh my soul! Praise God from whom all blessings flow! Thank You, Lord, for Your blessings in our lives! Thank You for healing River June and David Mainse, Lord! We love You, we worship You and praise You, with all our hearts, Lord! Thank you saints for your prayers for my back. Thank You, Lord, for your continued healing touch on my life! Wishing everyone a blessed day!
For the Scriptures say, “‘As surely as I live,’ says the LORD, every knee will bend to me, and every tongue will confess and give praise to God.'” Romans 14:11 NLT
Bill & Gloria Gaither – Praise the Lord [Live] ft. Russ Taff
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iYC55-469U
This link runs into a continuous Gaither thread of ‘God on the Mountain’, ‘One Day at a Time’, ‘Take my Hand, Precious Lord’….enjoy!
Love the Gaithers’ singing. Very magnificent! Thank you Beverlee and hope you are feeling well. Blessings.
Thank you Beverlee…I enjoyed it, the bloopers, but most of all George Younce’s Final appearance.
Found this video by Stephen Colbert about what he thinks of the Starbucks red-cup controversy:
https://youtu.be/ypFGaW4eXj0
Onward Christian soldiers!
His timing is your timing, David! Praise God for River’s recovery, along with your health and wellness!! His strength and blessings, to all!
Yes, Praise God for your healing Pastor David and for your grand daughter River’s healing!!! and may His blessings and love continue for many more days.
Joined in singing the Doxology with you and Norma-Jean; and was blessed singing with the young men as well. PRAISE GOD FROM WHOM ALL BLESSINGS FLOW!!!!AMEN AND AMEN!!1
Lord God I pray for The Peace of Jerusalem and for Your intervention for all Israel Your people Oh God I pray in the Mighty Name of Jesus Amen!!!
I pray that the schemes of the enemy fall back on themselves, in the Mighty Name of Jesus I pray. Amen!
Praise God for River’s good report and the continued touch on your life, David and that you are still here on this earth. Sang the Doxology as well and encouraged to praise the Lord freely in or out of church as He is worthy. Thanks for all the postings fellow bloggers. Another nice day here.
Thankyou Lord Jesus for answering all our prayers for healing!
Praise the Lord! Thanks Lord for speaking to us through this blog, Amen!
We can Praise the LORD that HE extended your stay with us bloggers. We PTL FOR YOUR CONTINUED GOOD HEALTH and for the good news of River’s progress. May GOD continue to be with you, River and the entire family as you continue to faithfully serve HIM IN SO MANY WAYS.
Thank you for your prayers for my friend Rod. They could not get all the tumor in his brain surgery. He will now start a course of radiation. Please keep him in your prayers. Thank you.
Praise the Lord for all the answered prayers! HE IS FAITHFUL!
PTL for all the healing He has done lately I am praying God our Father will heal
my Grandaughter as well her name is Corene , She needs Spiritual healing
as well keep praying And I thank you all,…….R…..
Thanking the Lord for answering prayers regarding your health Pastor Mains, as well, as the little great-grand-daughter.
Blessings to one and all.
Amen
That’s a great photo of Joppa…it looks much more colorful than my
memory of it. Thank you Reynold! Thank you Jesus, we got in on the blessings!!!!
praying for God’s healing for Corene, Rosemarie and for her spiritual healing, Lord I pray. Amen
Thank you Irene God Blessyou…..R….
I have grandchildren in Paris. Annelise is 21 and is studying law (her first year). Her brother V.J. was visiting her this week. There is a very large extended family in France and many in the Paris area. Please pray for France and for safety of my family. Thank you.
Praise God for both you and your great granddaughter!! That is wonderful news!! We so appreciate this blog! Thank you so much and also those who work with you!
THANK YOU LORD GOD FOR THE BLESSINGS OF THIS DAY FOR RESTORED HEALTH
FOR BRINGING PEOPLE TO KNOW JESUS CHRIST AS THEIR SAVIOUR,
I LIFT UP CORENE, LORD YOU KNOW THIS CHILD, YOU HAVE SOMETHING VERY WONDERFUL ALL READY TO GIVE HER,
NO ONE IS TURNED AWAY FROM YOU DEAR LORD, THEY ONLY NEED TO REACH OUT AND ASK YOU TO COME INTO THEIR HEARTS,
THANK YOU FATHER FOR THIS BLOG WHICH ALLOWS PEOPLE FROM ALL OVER TO SHARE, CARE, LOVE, HEAL, BE AMAZED BEYOND OUR WILDEST IMAGINATION HOW YOU DEAR LORD WORK IN PEOPLES LIVES! ALL WE CAN IS ,SAY IS
PRAISE FROM WHOM ALL BLESSINGS FLOW!
Thanks David for this walk through the Psalms. I felt that each reading had a verse or verses from them that spoke to me just where I was at for the day!