Author Archives: L. Lyden

He’s not mad at you O Lord do not rebuke me in Your wrath, nor chasten me in Your hot displeasure! – Psalms 38:1  Sometimes, I feel afraid that God is mad at me for messing up.  I know in my heart He is not, but there are times when I get down on myContinue reading “Monday, September 16, 2024”

Discern the time “And in the morning, ‘It will be foul weather today, for the sky is red and threatening.’ Hypocrites! You know how to discern the face of the sky, but you cannot discern the signs of the times.  Matthew 16:3 This is exciting stuff!  We are seeing the ending of days here onContinue reading “From the Daily Dose Journal Series”

His Provision “Now Jesus called His disciples to Himself and said, ‘I have compassion on the multitude, because they have now continued with Me three days and have nothing to eat. And I do not want to send them away hungry, lest they faint on the way.’” — Matthew 15:32 Jesus never turned anyone awayContinue reading “From the Daily Dose Journal Series”

Starting to delight yourself in the Lord can feel overwhelming at first, but it’s all about small, intentional steps that help you grow closer to God over time. Here’s a simple guide to help you get started: 1. Make Time for God Every Day 2. Read and Meditate on God’s Word 3. Worship Regularly 4.Continue reading “Desire Part 2”

The Desire of your heart  Delight yourself also in the LORD, and He shall give you the desires of your heart. – Psalms 37:4 This verse has been a favorite of mine for as long as I can remember. I used to think it meant that if I was happy in the Lord, He wouldContinue reading “Friday, September 13, 2024”

Examine your heart The words of his mouth are wickedness and deceit; He has ceased to be wise and to do good. – Psalms 36:3  This Psalm reminds me that there are areas in my life where I need to keep my heart in check continually. It identifies areas that may be hiding in myContinue reading “Thursday, September 12, 2024”

Don’t be a watcher They also opened their mouth wide against me, and said, “Aha, aha! Our eyes have seen it.”             Let them shout for joy and be glad, who favor my righteous cause; And let them say continually, “Let the Lord be magnified, Who has pleasure in the prosperity of His servant.” – PsalmsContinue reading “Wednesday, September 11, 2024”

He delivers Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all. – Psalms 34:19 I love the invention of the delivery service.  It is so convenient to have things dropped off at my door.  It saves me so much time and running around.  Whether it’s my groceries, somethingContinue reading “Tuesday, September 10, 2024”

He’s got His eye on you Behold, the eye of the Lord is on those who fear Him, on those who hope in His mercy. – Psalms 33:18 Did you ever use this phrase?  “I got my eye on you.”  Maybe with your children or someone you didn’t trust so much?  It allows a personContinue reading “Monday, September 9, 2024”

Get rid of offense But He answered and said, “It is not good to take the children’s bread and throw it to the little dogs.” Matthew 15:26 Today we are reading about the woman that came to Jesus to receive healing for her demon possessed daughter.  She was from Canaan which probably meant that sheContinue reading “From the Daily Dose Journal Series”