Posts Tagged ‘ Psalm 34 ’

VerseD: Psalm 34:19

One who is righteous has many adversities, but the Lord rescues him from them all.

Psalm 34:19, CSB

Jesus’ body is not in the tomb, so we can be courageous in the face of hatred and persecution for our faith in Christ, for He is overcoming all enemies.

VerseD: Psalm 34:14

Turn away from evil and do what is good; seek peace and pursue it.

Psalm 34:14, CSB

Peace comes from following God and doing what He has called us to. We can bring peace to others by doing the good work of sharing the gospel.

VerseD: Psalm 34:18

The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.

Psalm 34:18, ESV

God is changing this world for His glory, and He starts with those who need the most help, who are painfully aware of their need for a Savior. We all need Him.

VerseD: Psalm 34:8

Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good! Blessed is the man who takes refuge in him!

Psalm 34:8, ESV

We give up our old life when we put our faith in Christ, and this includes actually trusting God with all our problems rather than merely trying to solve all of our own problems and worries.

VerseD: Psalm 34:14

Turn away from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.

Psalm‬ ‭34:14‬, ‭ESV‬

Only God is able to save us from our own sin, giving us peace and goodness. Seek Him in every part of your life.

VerseD: Psalm 34:8

Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good! Blessed is the man who takes refuge in him!

Psalm‬ ‭34:8‬ ‭ESV‬

Seeking and following God affects every area of life, and He is more than sufficient for our care. Trust in Him!

VerseD: Psalm 34:4-5

I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears. Those who look to him are radiant, and their faces shall never be ashamed.

Psalm 34:4‭-‬5, ESV

Our fear darkens our outlook on life and connection with God, and when we can admit our need for help, He puts His light in us and shows us hope and grace.

VerseD: Psalm 34:18

The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.

Psalm 34:18, ESV

Our God became one of us to show His love and grace is not some abstract, distant sentimentality, but He has experienced the best and worst of humanity.

By His Spirit, He now dwells in us to encourage, strengthen, and save us in and from our sinful, difficult life.

VerseD: Psalm 34:4-5

I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears. Those who look to him are radiant, and their faces shall never be ashamed.

Psalm 34:4‭-‬5, ESV

Let us remember to thank God for saving us and lifting us up. May others see a difference in us as we pursue Him in thankfulness.

VerseD: Psalm 34:19

Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all.

Psalm 34:19, ESV

We like to think we can handle all life throws at us, but often the world mistreats the people doing what is right. Thankfully, our God and Savior warned us, prepares us, and redeems us, giving us hope for eternal life with Him, finally free from pain and worry.