Author Archives: L. Lyden

Prayer and fasting “However, this kind does not go out except by prayer and fasting.”  Matthew 17:21 Prayer and fasting.  You don’t hear much about it today.  We have a National Day of Prayer and occasionally there may be a national “call” to prayer. However, the last president to call for a national fast wasContinue reading “From the Daily Dose Journal Series”

Restore the joy Restore to me the joy of Your salvation and uphold me by Your generous Spirit. ~ Psalms 51:12  There seems to be a recurring theme throughout the chapters of Psalms—maybe it’s because so many of them were written by King David, a man who experienced the full spectrum of human emotion andContinue reading “Friday, October 4, 2024”

He has no hidden motives Offer to God thanksgiving, and pay your vows to the Most High. Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me.” ~ Psalms 50:14-15  This chapter is such a good depiction of the character and love of God.  He has no hiddenContinue reading “Wednesday, October 2, 2024”

Wealth cannot save you Those who trust in their wealth and boast in the multitude of their riches, none of them can by any means redeem his brother, nor give to God a ransom for him. ~ Psalms 49:6-7 I’m not saying it isn’t important to have money. It is essential to work a jobContinue reading “Tuesday, October 1, 2024”

Stand with Israel      God is in her palaces; He is known as her refuge. ~ Psalms 48:3 It’s no secret that Israel belongs to God, and His plans for that great city, Jerusalem, are still unfolding. He remains their refuge, protecting the land from the daily terrors it faces. A few weeks ago we readContinue reading “Monday, September 30, 2024”

Well pleased While he was still speaking, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them; and suddenly a voice came out of the cloud, saying, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Hear Him!” Matthew 17:5 It’s very popular in our culture to be proud.  It seems like it is the right thingContinue reading “From the Daily Dose Journal Series”

He is working good From that time Jesus began to show to His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem, suffer many things from the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be raised the third day.  Matthew 16:21 Have you ever been in a situation where someone close to you warnedContinue reading “From the Daily Dose Journal Series”

Become a fan Oh, clap your hands, all you peoples! Shout to God with the voice of triumph! – Psalms 47:1 It’s football season, and around here, football is a big deal. Living only 30 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh, we are definitely in Steeler territory. We used to be die-hard Steelers fans, but things haveContinue reading “Friday, September 27, 2024”

Our Refuge  God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, even though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; – Psalms 46:1-2  This scripture is such a great comfort in the world we live in today.  WithContinue reading “Thursday, September 26, 2024”

A Good Theme My heart is overflowing with a good theme; I recite my composition concerning the King; My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.    Psalms 45:1  Wow!  This is such an inspiring message.  It starts out with the overflow of our hearts.  So, what is it?  What is the overflow of yourContinue reading “Wednesday, September 25,2024”