Author: Kathy Sheldon Davis
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My Faith and Political Debate – Psalm 37
The rise of political noise in the media keeps bringing Psalm 37 to mind, where it says getting all worked up about things is bound to bring trouble. The word fret is defined as becoming anxious, agitated, worried, or annoyed. The Bible says we should stop going there. “Cease from anger and forsake wrath; fret…
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Broken Wings, by Dianne Price – Book Review
Colonel Rob Savage with the American Air Forces and RAF nurse Maggie McGrath have more than the German offensive to concern them. The battles launched from the past and from home must be won as well. But first Maggie has to help Rob survive his serious injuries and face his long road to rehabilitation. Culturally…
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Breaking the Rules – Psalm 36
A few days ago a friend quoted “rules are meant to be broken.” We were teasing each other at the time, but the reality of obstinate human nature is still there. Notice how the psalmist describes the person who doesn’t respect God’s rules. “Transgression speaks to the wicked deep in his heart. There is no…
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Payback Time – Psalm 35
At first it looks like the writer of Psalm 35 is eager to take revenge, but look more closely. He is actually asking God to be his defender. He wants shame, dishonor, disappointment, and difficulty to come to those who plot against him, but these are not things he instigates. “Let them be put to…
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It’s What’s in my Mouth – Psalm 34
One of the “most sung” worship songs during my teens, and one of my favorites, was from the first four verses of Psalm 34. “I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth” (Psalm 34:1 ESV). I love that it is an act of my will, and I love that words…
