Author Archives: L. Lyden

Riding on a Donkey “Tell the daughter of Zion, ‘Behold, your King is coming to you, lowly, and sitting on a donkey, a colt, the foal of a donkey.’ ”  Matthew 21:5 Today’s reading is about Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem the week before Passover. Everyone was gathered there to celebrate and observe the event.Continue reading “From the Daily Dose Journal Series”

A Resort Be my strong refuge, to which I may resort continually; You have given the commandment to save me, for You are my rock and my fortress. ~ Psalms 71:3 I’ve only been to a resort once in my life, and it was for work, so I didn’t have much time to take advantageContinue reading “Friday, November 8, 2024”

Magnify Him Let all those who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; And let those who love Your salvation say continually, “Let God be magnified!” ~ Psalms 70:4  At the beginning of 2024, I started what I called a “praise fast.”  It wasn’t a fast to stop praise and worship, but rather toContinue reading “Thursday, November 7, 2024”

Overwhelmed Save me, O God! For the waters have come up to my neck. I sink in deep mire, where there is no standing; I have come into deep waters, where the floods overflow me. I am weary with my crying; My throat is dry; My eyes fail while I wait for my God. ~Continue reading “Wednesday, November 6, 2024”

Share the Word The Lord gave the word: Great was the company of those that published it.~ Psalms 68:11 This verse is a powerful reminder that when God speaks, He doesn’t just call a single person—He calls an army. It’s a reminder that His Word is meant to be spread, that His truth is intendedContinue reading “Tuesday, November 5, 2024”

 Hope in the Lord May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face shine on us—so that your ways may be known on earth, your salvation among all nations. ~ Psalm 67:1-2 Finally, it’s here—the day before the election. What a ride it has been to get to this point! TheContinue reading “Monday, November 4, 2024”

The God of miracles So Jesus stood still and called them, and said, “What do you want Me to do for you?”  Matthew 20:32 Our God is a God of miracles! He is our loving Father, provider, protector, and friend. During times like these, we may find ourselves in desperate need of His miraculous power.Continue reading “From the Daily Dose Series”

The Chosen So the last will be first, and the first last. For many are called, but few (have) chosen.” Matthew 20:16 God is constantly calling people—to salvation, to serve, to love. Maybe you answered that call the first time you heard it, or maybe you found Him later in life. The truth is, HeContinue reading “From the Daily Dose Journal Series”

What are you holding on to? If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear. ~ Psalms 66:18 Our hearts are like vessels, holding a wide variety of emotions, memories, and desires. We can hold on to good things like joy, hope, and love, but what we tend to hold on toContinue reading “Friday, November 1, 2024”

The Path of Abundance You crown the year with Your goodness, and Your paths drip with abundance.— Psalm 65:11 When I first accepted Jesus as a young child, I thought salvation alone would automatically mean I was living on God’s path for my life. I imagined it would guarantee a life of blessing and guidance,Continue reading “Thursday, October 31, 2024”