Category Archives: Psalms

Standing Fast in 2024

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Dear Believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, Happy New Year! As we begin this new year, please remember that we are in God’s good and strong hands. “Our God is in the heavens; he does all that he pleases” (Ps. … Continue reading →

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What Pleases God?

Posted on November 3, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

His delight is not in the strength of the horse, nor his pleasure in the legs of a man, but the LORD takes pleasure in those who fear him, in those who hope in his steadfast love. (Psalm 147:10, 11 … Continue reading →

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Hope from Above

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Our God is in heaven; he does whatever pleases him. (Psalm 115:3 NIV (1984)) What verse or passage comes to your mind when you realize: “I need God’s word right now”? My morning Psalm today was Psalm 115. It is … Continue reading →

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Older and Still at It

Posted on October 9, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

God, you have taught me from my youth, and I still proclaim your wondrous works. Even while I am old and gray, God, do not abandon me, while I proclaim your power to another generation, your strength to all who … Continue reading →

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Our Great Preparer

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Psalm 23 A psalm of David. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, … Continue reading →

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Our Great Provider (part 2)

Posted on October 4, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Psalm 23 A psalm of David. The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures,      he leads me beside quiet waters,      he restores my soul He guides me … Continue reading →

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Our Great Provider

Posted on October 3, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Psalm 23 A psalm of David. The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures,      he leads me beside quiet waters. (V. 1-2 [NIV 1984 ed.]) Sheep are well-known … Continue reading →

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A Mobile Home

Posted on September 13, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear him, and delivers them. Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good! Blessed is the man who takes refuge in him! (Psalm 34:7, 8) Solomon told us, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of … Continue reading →

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The Blessing of the Lord in Our Security and Protection

Posted on August 25, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchman stays awake in vain. (Psalm 127:1b ESV) Last time we considered the Lord’s providence in our daily labors, or vocation. Now the broader issue of our safety and security is addressed. … Continue reading →

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The Blessing of the Lord in Daily Activity and Industry

Posted on August 24, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Unless the Lord builds a house, its builders labor over it in vain. (Psalm 127:1a CSB) The question is: do you believe it? Caveat: in no way does this mean we “let go and let God.” After all, did Paul … Continue reading →

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