living with freedom and joy

 Monday, July 25, 2022 (10:59 a.m.)

Blessed, Holy God,

I am here seeking Your blessings. I know there are many of which to be aware. Mm. Yes. I want to be aware of Your many blessings!

(4:32 p.m.)

Turning to Psalm 67 I read, “For the choir director: A song. A psalm, to be accompanied by stringed instruments.” What would it be like to actually know the music that would play with these words?

“May God be merciful and bless us. May His face smile with favor on us. May Your ways be known throughout the earth, Your saving power among people everywhere” (vs. 1-2).

Yes Lord God! “Let the whole world sing for joy, because You govern the nations with justice and guide the people of the whole world” (4). Yes please!

A comment for 67:1-7 in The Life Recovery Bible reminds us that “We are called to share with others the good news of God’s powerful deliverance and His plan of salvation for all. This should not be thought of as a chore to avoid… with His help we can live with freedom and joy.”

Thank You Father. We received sad news of the passing of another much loved family member. Thank You Lord for Your presence in our heartache. Mm, yes. Thank You God.

Continuing to the end of the comment. “Let us celebrate and spread the news of God’s powerful deliverance!” Yes! Let’s.

I do want to celebrate Your good news! And to tell others of the blessings You provide. Even [especially?] in the midst of sorrow and grief.

Illustrated Bible Handbook describes Psalm 67. “This simple expression of praise looks forward to a time when all peoples will know and praise the Lord.” I look forward to that time as well Dear Lord.

Continue Your work in teaching us to seek [and find!] Your blessings. Thank You Father. I love You. Amen.

(324 words ~ 6:47 p.m.)