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February 17, 2016

Jack Ewing   |   Read Psalm 27:1-4

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Psalm 27:1-4

1 The LORD is my light and my salvation. Should I fear anyone? The LORD is a fortress protecting my life. Should I be frightened of anything? 2 When evildoers come at me trying to eat me up it’s they, my foes and my enemies, who stumble and fall! 3 If an army camps against me, my heart won’t be afraid. If war comes up against me, I will continue to trust in this: 4 I have asked one thing from the LORD it’s all I seek: to live in the LORD’s house all the days of my life, seeing the LORD’s beauty and constantly adoring his temple.

Unless otherwise indicated, scripture quotations are from the Common English Bible. Copyright © 2011 Common English Bible. Used by permission.

The Bible attributes many of the psalms to David, a shepherd boy who became king. As a great warrior, he led his armies against foe after foe. Understandably, he had enemies who plotted against him. The reality of his enemies trying to defeat him often engaged his mind.
I can...

God of light and salvation, forgive us for failing to have total confidence in your presence and love. We need you. Thank you for being our hope and our strength. Amen.


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