We all know it is true that often when the Lord disciplines us he goes after those things that we hold more dearly than himself. He wants us to hold him more dearly than anything else in the world. He wants our love for him to be rivaled by nothing and no one. He does this because he knows that only in Himself will we be satisfied. He does it because he loves us, and only wants what is best for us. There is only one place to find joy, and this is in knowing him.
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Psalm 33
The point: praise the Lord for he is in control of the world he created, and he will save the soul of the one who fears him and hopes in his love.
Psalm 30
Psalm 30 is full of great imagery. The point of it all: The Lord is gracious, and faithful to answer the prayers of his saints when they humble themselves and rely on him. But can we be as bold as David was in our prayers? Tell me what you think.
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