Author Archives: L. Lyden

Equity The King’s strength also loves justice; You have established equity; You have executed justice and righteousness in Jacob. ~ Psalms 99:4  The word equity stands out to me in today’s scripture because it was in yesterday’s chapter too. It’s a term that often gets confused by the more commonly discussed concept of equality. WhileContinue reading “Thursday, January 2, 2025”

Happy New Year!  Oh, sing to the Lord a new song! For He has done marvelous things; His right hand and His holy arm have gained Him the victory. ~Psalms 98:1 As we step into a brand-new year, this verse reminds us to embrace a spirit of fresh praise and gratitude. The call to “singContinue reading “Wednesday, January 1, 2025”

He is wants to interact  Light is sown for the righteous, and gladness for the upright in heart. ~ Psalms 97:11  For years, I misunderstood the depth of God’s closeness. Though I had received Jesus into my heart, I carried the assumption that God was distant only residing in heaven, watching but not directly involvedContinue reading “Tuesday, December 31, 2024”

A New Song for a New Year  Oh, sing to the Lord a new song! Sing to the Lord, all the earth. ~ Psalms 96:1  There is a special joy in receiving something new at Christmas or any time of the year.  Whether it’s a gift still wrapped in its package, a fresh opportunity, orContinue reading “Monday, December 30, 2024”

Be Prepared And while they went to buy, the bridegroom came, and those who were ready went in with him to the wedding; and the door was shut.  Matthew 25:10 Have you ever known someone who was always late? Someone who struggled to get moving at the right time? No matter how much advance noticeContinue reading “From the Daily Dose Journal Series”

Feed the household Blessed is that servant whom his master, when he comes, will find so doing. Matthew 24:46 Do you consider yourself to be faithful and wise in all you do? Are you confident that when you meet the LORD face to face, He will say, “Well done”? Will He find you giving “food”Continue reading “From the Daily Dose Journal Series”

Enter His rest  Oh come, let us worship and bow down; Let us kneel before the Lord our Maker. For He is our God, and we are the people of His pasture, and the sheep of His hand. Today, if you will hear His voice: “Do not harden your hearts, as in the rebellion, asContinue reading “Friday, December 27, 2024”

What are you thinking about?  The Lord knows the thoughts of man, that they are futile.  Blessed is the man whom You instruct, O Lord, and teach out of Your law. ~ Psalms 94:11-12  Have you ever found yourself stuck in a cycle of thoughts that seem to lead nowhere? No matter how well thingsContinue reading “Thursday, December 26, 2024”

Merry Christmas everyone! I hope you all have a wonderful day filled with family, friends and fun! He Brought Peace Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace and goodwill toward men! – Luke 2:14 Can you imagine a life without true peace? Always having a restless heart, endless striving, and avoid insideContinue reading “Wednesday, December 25, 2024”

The Kings And when they had come into the house, they saw the young Child with Mary His mother, and fell down and worshiped Him. And when they had opened their treasures, they presented gifts to Him: gold, frankincense, and myrrh. – Matthew 2:11 The wise men from the East arrived at the house whereContinue reading “Tuesday, December 24, 2024”