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Prayer from Psalm 94: God’s Vision

by Chris on 21. Dec, 2011 in Blog, Growth

This entry is part 94 of 158 in the series Prayers from the Psalms

I see this every day, Lord. The widow, the immigrant, and the orphan. How they fall victim to vile people! The evildoers seek to exterminate them. The arrogant assume you do not see and do not care. But they are as senseless as they are selfish. Does the Lord who crafted the human eye not also see [...]

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Prayer from Psalm 82: God’s Prayer for The Powerful

by Chris on 17. Nov, 2011 in Blog, Growth

This entry is part 82 of 158 in the series Prayers from the Psalms

God, every time the powerful meet together, you take a seat at their table. Though unseen, you see. Though unaddressed, you address. And you say to them, ”Strengthen the weak.  Stand up for the orphans.  Rescue the needy.  Pursue the wicked.” But the powerful ignore your words.  They fail to consider your call. Therefore, God, take charge.  Take over. Do [...]

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Prayer from Psalm 80: The Plea of the Vine

by Chris on 15. Nov, 2011 in Blog, Growth

This entry is part 80 of 158 in the series Prayers from the Psalms

O God, we are your vine. You removed us from dusty and hard dirt. You replanted us into soft and moist soil. Like the sun, your face warmed us. Like the clouds, your grace watered us. But evil people now trample on us. Selfish people now stomp on us. Save us, O God. Drive away those who [...]

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