Season 1

Episode 109: Psalm 40

Today's meditation is on Psalm 40
I waited patiently for the Lord to help me, and he bent down and listened to my cry. He stooped down to lift me out of the pit of despair, out of the mud and the mire, and the mess I was in. He set my feet on solid ground and steadied me as I walked along his ascending path. A new song for a new day rises up in me every time I think about how he breaks through for me. Ecstatic praise pours out of my mouth until everyone hears how God has set me free. Many will see the miracles he has done and be amazed. They will stand in awe of God and fall in love with him. They will put their trust in the Lord.
Oh, the joy I have because I trust the Lord. Blessing after blessing comes to me. I will not fall away, for I refuse to listen to the lies of the proud. The Lord my God has performed many wonders for me. His plans for me are too numerous to list. He has no equal. If I tried to recite all his wonderful deeds, I would never come to the end of his countless expressions of love. He far exceeds my expectations.
It isn't sacrifices and offerings that move his heart. They don't bring any special joy to him. He isn't looking for me to do something or bring something to him. It isn't being religious or acting pious that he wants from me. But when he opens my ears and speaks to me, I become his willing servant, a prisoner of love for life. His word entered my life and became part of my very being. I take joy in doing his will, for his instructions are written on my heart.  
I tell everyone the good news that God forgives their sins. And I am not timid about it. I don't keep this good news secret hidden in my heart, but proclaim his loving-kindness and truth to all will listen. I tell it all: how dependable he is, how thorough. I don't hold back pieces of love and truth for myself alone. I share the whole story.
The Lord doesn't hold back his tender mercies from me. My only hope is in his love and faithfulness, and they always protect me, they are what keeps me together. His compassion overflows to me no matter what I face. Otherwise I'd be in trouble, for problems far too big for me to solve are piled higher than my head. And my sins, too many to count, would catch up with me. I would be so swamped by guilt, that I would not be able to see my way clear.  
But the Lord is quick to the rescue! He has forgiven every sin and blotted them out from his memory. I seek only him, for in him, I am filled with joy and gladness. I constantly exclaim how great and glorious God is. He is able to take my mess, and make something of me.
The Lord keeps me in his thoughts. He is thinking about me right now. He comes quickly and saves me. He doesn't delay. He is my true savior and hero. He is my God.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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Episode 108: Psalm 37

Today's meditation is on Psalm 37
I never envy the wicked. I don't think even for a moment that they are better off than I am. I know that like the grass, they will fade away and disappear. I keep trusting in the Lord and do what's right in his eyes. I fix my heart on the promises of God, and I live safely and prosper, feasting on his faithfulness.
I delight in the Lord, and he gives me all of my heart's desires. I commit everything I do to the Lord -- holding nothing back. I trust him to direct my life, and he does it magnificently! He is my righteousness, as sure as the dawning of the new day. He is my justice, as sure and strong as the noonday sun. 
I rest in the Lord, quieting my heart in his presence and wait patiently for him to act. I'm not envious of the wicked may who seem to prosper.
I put the brakes on my anger. I turn off my wrath. I don't waste my time and energy on fret and worry -- it only makes things worse. For the wicked shall be destroyed, but I trust in the Lord and I inherit every promise and enjoy abundant peace.
The Lord laughs at those who plot against me, for he knows their judgment day is coming. All of their plots will backfire, and all of their weapons will be broken.
It is better to have little combined with much of God that to have the fabulous wealth of the wicked and nothing else. Their strength shall be broken, but the Lord takes care of me.
Day by day the Lord observes my good deeds and he gives me an eternal reward. He cares for me when times are hard; I always have more than enough, no matter what happens. I return what I owe with some extra besides. I can never out-give God. 
The Lord delights in how I live my life. He establishes my every step, and delights in each step I take. If I fall, I get up and brush myself off, for the Lord holds me with his hand.
I have been young and now I am older. And in all my years the Lord has never forsaken me, nor have I nor my household gone hungry. Instead, I am able to generously give to others. My children are blessed and are a blessing. They make me proud.
I forsake evil and do what's right in God's eyes. And I will dwell forever in his presence. The Lord loves it when he sees me walking in his justice. He will never abandon me. I will be kept safe forever in his faithful care.
I shall be firmly planted on good soil and put down healthy roots, dwelling in peace. I am a good counselor because I am just and fair and know right from wrong. God's Word flows like blood through my veins. 
God will foil any plot against me. I wait patiently and passionately for God. I just keep traveling steadily forward along his pathway and I know that in due season he will honor me with every blessing. I have a wonderful future ahead of me -- peaceful and prosperous, with a happy ending. 
The spacious, free life is from God. It's also protected and safe. Even in times of trouble, God lives in me as strength. He is my refuge. When I run to him, he saves me. I have faith in him, and he is my daily portion.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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Episode 107: Psalm 36

Today's meditation is on Psalm 36
The Spirit of the Lord whispers to me, deep within my heart. I hear your still, small voice, and I am in awe of your wondrous love. 
Because I love you, I turn from evil and do my best to act wisely and do good for others. 
Your mercy-seat love is limitless. Your unfailing love, O Lord, reaches higher than the highest heavens. Your faithfulness is infinite, stretching over the whole earth.
Your righteousness is immovable, like the mighty mountains. Your justice is as full of wisdom as the ocean depths are full of water. Your tender care and kindness do not leave me forgotten. You care for me and for all your creation, O Lord.
How extravagant and precious is your unfailing love, O God! I find shelter hidden in the shadow of your wings.
You feed me from the anointed abundance of your own house, letting me drink my fill from your river of delights. The fountain of life flows from you to satisfy me. In your light of holiness, I receive the light of revelation.
You pour out your unfailing love on me, releasing more of your blessings and favor because I am loyal to you.
You never let the proud trample me or the wicked push me around. Those who would do evil have fallen! They are thrown down.
And if I fall, Lord, you lift me up again. 
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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Episode 106: Psalm 34

Today's meditation is on Psalm 34
I will praise the Lord no matter what happens. I bless him every chance I get. My lungs expand with his praise. I constantly speak of his glories and grace. I live and breath God. I'm bursting with joy over what he's done for me. My lips are full of perpetual praise. If I ever get discouraged, I take heart and remember what he has done in my life. I praise the Lord and exalt his name. 
When I cry to him, he answers me. He meets me more than halfway, and frees me from my anxious fears. I am radiant at what he has done for me. I have joined my life with his, and joy has flooded my soul. The Lord heard me and saved me out of my troubles. He brought his miracle-deliverance when I needed it most. He sends his angel to guard me and set up a circle of protection around me when I pray.
I have tasted and seen that the Lord is good. I drink deeply of the pleasures of God and experience for myself the joyous mercies he showers down on all those who trust in him. I belong to the Lord and reverence him and he supplies me with everything I need. Worship opens doors to all his goodness. Even strong young lions sometimes go hungry, but I will never lack any good thing for I seek the Lord, and his righteousness, and I am filled. I enjoy the beauty that fills each day.
I put all of my trust and fear in the Lord. I watch my tongue and keep my lips from lying. I turn from all known sin and I spend my time in doing good. Peace is my life motto. I practice being at peace with everyone. I embrace peace and don't let it get away. And God rewards me with a long, good life. 
For the eyes of the Lord are intently watching. He watches over his friends day and night. I receive the answers I seek when I cry out to him. The Lord hears me when I call for help and saves me out of all my troubles.
The Lord is close to me when my heart is breaking. He rescues me when I am humbly sorry for my sins. I don't escape all troubles. But even when bad things happen to me, the Lord saves me and does not let me be defeated by what I face.
Calamity will surely overtake the wicked; heavy penalties are meted out to those who hate the good. But the Lord has paid for my freedom, and he freely pardons me because I love him. He has declared me free and innocent. I turn to hide myself in him.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing. 
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Episode 105: Psalm 33

Today's meditation is on Psalm 33
My heart overflows with praise to the Lord. I sing joyous melodies, praising him with all I have. I compose new melodies that release new praises to the Lord. I praise him with the anointing and skill he gives me. I sing and shout with passion, and make a spectacular sound of joy.
God's Word is something to sing about! He is true to his promises. I can trust his Word. Everything he does is reliable and right. His works are solid to the core, sound inside and out. God loves seeing justice on the earth. Everywhere I look, I can find his faithful, unfailing love. The earth is drenched in God's affectionate satisfaction. 
He merely spoke, and the heavens were formed. Filled with galaxies and stars, the vast cosmos he wonderfully made. His voice scooped out the seas. The ocean depths he poured into vast reservoirs. 
With breathtaking wonder, I worship this awe-inspiring Creator. He spoke, and the world began, He breathed words and the worlds were birthed. "Let there be," and there it was--springing forth the moment he spoke, no sooner said than done at his command. With a breath he can scatter the plans of all who oppose him, but his own plan stands forever and will never fail. All his designs are made to last. His intentions are the same for every generation.
I am blessed and prosperous, and live in a nation whose God is the Lord. He is my God and he has chosen me as his own. The Lord gazes down upon me from heaven where he lives. He shaped me and now he closely watches over me. 
The best-equipped army cannot save me—for great strength is not enough to save anyone. A war horse is a poor risk for winning victories—it is strong, but it cannot save. Human strength and the weapons of man are false hopes for victory.
But the eyes of the Lord are watching over me and I rely upon his steady love. I wait in hope and expectation for the strong, steady love of God. He is everything I need. He will keep me safe and provide for me even in times of famine. I depend upon the Lord alone to save me. Only he can help me; he protects me like a shield. He is my radiant hope and I trust him with all my heart. His wraparound presence strengthens me. As I trust, I rejoice with an uncontained joy flowing from the Lord. His love and steadfast kindness overshadow me continually. My hope is in God alone.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing. 
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Episode 104: Psalm 32

Today's meditation is on Psalm 32
I am blessed and happy because my guilt and rebellion have been forgiven. I get a fresh start. I am filled with blissful joy because my sins have been covered. My slate has been wiped clean.
What blessed relief to know God holds nothing against me. He has cleared my record. And I hold nothing back from him.
There was a time when I wouldn't admit what a sinner I was. But my dishonesty made me miserable and filled my days with frustration. God's hand was heavy on me and my strength evaporated like water on a sunny day, until I finally admitted all my sins to God and stopped trying to hide them. 
I confessed my sins to the life-giving God, and he forgave me! All at once my guilt dissolved. He washed away my sin and all my pain disappeared.
I pray faithfully to my God. I seek refuge in him. The rising of the mighty waters will not reach me. He is my hiding place from the sudden storms of life. He even keeps me from getting into trouble. He protects me and surrounds me with songs of victory. His joyous shouts of rescue release my breakthrough.
God instructs me and guides me along the best pathway for my life. He stays close to me, advising me along the way. He watches my progress with a loving eye.
I am not like the horse or the mule, who need bits in their mouths to keep them in line. He doesn't have to tug me or pull me along. I follow him willingly, gratefully.
Many are the woes of the wicked, but the Lord’s unfailing, abiding love surrounds me because I trust in him.
I rejoice in the Lord and celebrate his goodness. He has made me righteous in Christ Jesus. I raise the roof singing songs of joy because I have right-standing with Father God.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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Episode 103: Psalm 31

Today's meditation is on Psalm 31
I trust you, Lord, to be my hiding place. You never let me down. You rescue me because you are the God who always does what is right. You answer quickly when I cry to you; bending low to hear my whispered plea. You are my great Rock of safety, the cave in which I hide. You are my safe leader, my true mountain guide. You pull me from the traps the enemy has set for me. You pull me into victory and breakthrough.
You have rescued me, O God. You always keep your promises. You are my high fortress, where I'm kept safe. You are my stronghold of salvation. I worship only you. I hate all the silly religion. I despise the deceptive illusions, the pretense and nonsense. I worship only you. In you alone I trust. I am leaping and singing, radiant with joy because of your mercy. You have listened to my troubles and have seen the crisis in my soul. You have not let the enemy close me in, but have given me room to breathe and open ground in which to maneuver.
Lord, you have mercy on me in my anguish. I have cried my eyes out and feel hollow inside. Though I may pine away with grief; and feel drained because of sadness. My troubles have worn me out, and seem to have turned my bones to powder. Though I am scorned by the enemy and even at times by my neighbors and friends. Though I am forgotten, like a broken and discarded pot, and hear lies told about me. I am not afraid.
I throw myself on you, for you alone are my God. I am trusting you, O Lord. My life, my every moment, my destiny--it's all in your hands. Warm me with a smile. You let your favor shine again upon your servant. You replace the shame and disgrace with your favor.
Oh, how great is your goodness. You have piled up a stack of blessings! Like a treasure chest heaped up and spilling over with blessings. You are ready and waiting for me to run to you. You hide me in the sheltered, secret place before your face. I am overshadowed with your glory-presence. As you slam the door on the enemy, you silence the poisonous gossip and the brutal insults. 
You hide me in the shelter of your presence, safe beneath your hand. Blessed are you, O Lord, for you have shown me that your never-failing love protects me like the walls of a fort! Your love is the wonder of the world. You will never desert me. You always listen to my plea and answer me.
Oh, how I love you Lord. I am yours. You protect me and I am loyal to you. I take courage. I will be brave and strong, and I will never give up. I wait expectantly for you.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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Episode 102: Psalm 30

Today's meditation is on Psalm 30
I exalt you, Lord, and lift you high, for you lifted me on high out of the depths. You deserve all the credit for getting me out of the mess I was in. You made me triumph and didn't let the enemy gloat over me.
I called to you for help, crying out for a miracle, and you healed me. You put me back together and brought me back from the brink of death. You pulled me out of the grave. You gave me another chance at life when I was down and out. And now here I am, alive and well, and fully restored. 
I sing praises and give thanks to the Lord. I praise his holy name. His anger lasts only a moment, but his loving favor lasts a lifetime; my nights of crying have given way to days of laughter and shouts of ecstatic joy.
I remember boasting "I've got it made! Nothing can stop me now! I'll never be shaken!" When you favor me, I stand firm, king of the mountain; but if you were to look the other way, I would fall to pieces, panic-stricken and depressed.
I call out to you, Lord, and cry for mercy: “What is there to be gained if I am silenced, if I go down to the pit? How then can I praise you? How can I proclaim your faithfulness?" 
So, I cried out for your mercy and kindness, and you didn't fail me. You helped me out of my mess.
You transformed all my wailing into a whirling dance of ecstatic praise! You tore the heavy veil of mourning and wrapped me in the glory-garments of gladness. And now I'm bursting with song, a bliss inside that keeps me singing. I can't keep quiet about you, God, my God. I can never thank you enough. I will praise you forever.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing, 
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Episode 101: Psalm 27

Today's meditation is on Psalm 27
Because the Lord is my revelation-light and the source of my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life. He surrounds me and protects me. With him on my side, I'm fearless, afraid of no one and nothing.
Even if the wicked advance against me, I will not be shaken. They will just stumble and fall. Even if an army rises against me, I am calm and my heart doesn't fear. Even if war is imminent, I'm confident, and remain cool and collected.
There is only one thing I ask from the Lord, only one thing that I seek:to live with him every moment in his house. All the days of my life, to gaze on his marvelous beauty, filled with awe, delighting in his glory and grace. I want to study at his feet. That's the only quiet, secure place in a noisy world. The perfect getaway.
In the day of trouble he will keep me safe in his dwelling; he will hide me in the shelter of his sacred tent. He holds me head and shoulders above all who try to pull me down.
In his presence, I shout for joy. I bring him my offerings of praise. I offer anthems that raise the roof, as I sing and make music with ecstatic joy to the Lord.
The Lord hears my voice when I call. He is merciful to me and answers me. He sends me the help I need. I heard his voice in my heart say, "Come, seek my face." And I'm seeking his face with all my heart.
God has always been there for me, and he won't turn his back on me now. He won't throw me out or abandon me. He keeps his door wide open. He is my helper and my Savior.
Even if my family and friends forsake me, God will always take me in.
The Lord teaches me his way. He makes it clear for me to understand as he directs me along a well-lighted street. 
I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. So I will not give up or be impatient. I will wait for the Lord. I will be brave and courageous and never lose hope, for he will never disappoint me.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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Episode 100: Psalm 25

Today's meditation is on Psalm 25
In you, Lord my God, I put my trust. My head is held high. Always I will lift my soul into your presence. I trust in you and you are always there for me. You do not let me be put to shame, nor let my enemies triumph over me. No one who hopes in you will ever be put to shame. My heart is entwined with yours. My foes will all be defeated and ashamed when they harm the innocent.
Show me your ways, Lord. Take me by the hand and lead me down the path of truth, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you and I have wrapped my heart into yours all day long. Direct me throughout my journey, so I can experience your plans for my life. Reveal the life-paths that are pleasing to you. 
Mark the milestones of your mercy and love, O God. You have forgotten the sins of my youth and my rebellious ways. You have overlooked the sins of my immaturity and given me grace. You always look at me through your eyes of love--your forgiving eyes of mercy and compassion. You are a good Father.
How good you are to me, O Lord. You instruct me in your ways. You guide me in what is right, and teach me your way. 
All your ways are loving and faithful toward me. You teach me the proper path even when I go astray. You lead me into the best decision. You bring revelation-light that trains me in the truth. 
You show me the right path to take. Prosperity and favor are my portion, and I leave an inheritance for my descendants. You confide in me and make your covenant known to me. My eyes are ever on you, O Lord, for only you will release my feet from the snare.
You turn to me and are gracious to me when I am lonely and afflicted. You never count my many sins -- you have forgiven them all and lifted their burden off of my life. 
I have taken shelter in you. Never let it be said that when I trusted in you, you didn’t come to my rescue. Your perfection and faithfulness are my bodyguards, for you are my hope and I trust in you as my only protection. You save me from all my troubles. You have provided the ransom price for me, and I am yours.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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