Today’s thoughts are by Julie Wicker

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭16‬:‭5‬-‭6‬, ‭9‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — Lord, you alone are my portion and my cup; you make my lot secure. The boundary lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; surely I have a delightful inheritance. Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will rest secure.

This week we have shared the life of King David from the Bible. Just like David, we can surrender our bodies to God in complete rest. God has already set our boundary lines. Even in the midst of trials, we can rest in knowing that God has already secured our lot. 

As I write to you this week, I am enjoying Spring break. I have big plans to surrender and find rest. God is my portion and I plan to fill my cup with the things I enjoy like reading, writing, running, planting, connecting with family, friends, and lots of coffee. I want my cup to overflow so when I return to work, I can pour into others from a restful Spirit. 

How will you find rest? Feeling overwhelmed? Need to find joy? Turn it over to God. Take a moment to Worship with Psalm 16 (Fullness of Joy) by Shane and Shane.

Let’s pray. Dear God, thank You for the boundary lines You have already laid for me. I surrender to Your will this week and seek to get good soul rest so I can be rejuvenated for Your kingdom work. In Jesus’name I pray, Amen.

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Today’s thoughts are by Julie Wicker

‭‭2 Samuel‬ ‭7‬:‭18‬, ‭24‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — Then King David went in and sat before the Lord, and he said: “Who am I, Sovereign Lord, and what is my family, that you have brought me this far? You have established your people Israel as your very own forever, and you, Lord, have become their God.

This week we are sharing more on the life of King David from the Bible. In today’s key verse David prays to God. There is fruit in remembering where God has brought you from. There is also fruit in our trust in God for our tomorrows. Thankfully we have the word of God that holds our lineage in Christ Jesus. The seeds have already been planted. We’ve been prayed over since before we were born.

Have you ever been in a position like David, where God has called you to something you didn’t feel qualified for? Maybe you don’t feel qualified for your job, marriage, parenting, or ministry. God is going to show off where He can get the glory, even if that means calling two women from Georgetown, South Carolina to start a Christian blog 10 years ago. He will do it. Deborah, Ray, and I have been faithful with the seeds God has given us to produce fruit.

Let’s pray. Dear God, thank You for calling Deborah, Ray, and I together for such a time as this to share Your glory. I pray that our readers will seek Your glory and join us in walking on water. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen. 

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Today’s thoughts are by Julie Wicker

‭‭2 Samuel‬ ‭7‬:‭8‬-‭9‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — “Now then, tell my servant David, ‘This is what the Lord Almighty says: “I took you from the pasture, from tending the flock, and appointed you ruler over my people Israel. I have been with you wherever you have gone, and I have cut off all your enemies from before you. Now I will make your name great, like the names of the greatest men on earth.

This week we are sharing more on the life of King David from the Bible. In today’s key verse David recounts the promises that God has made. I think of the humble life that David lived before and after he became king. God called an unlikely king and David humbly fulfilled his calling. Have you humbly accepted God’s call for your life and all the promises He offers you daily?

On Thankful Thursday let’s go back to our humble beginnings and write our gratitudes as we reflect on God’s promises. 

Thank You Lord, for Your many promises!

Salvation, John 3:16

Peace, Philippians 4:6-7

Hope, Romans 8:28

Provision, Philippians 4:19

Good Works, Philippians 1:9

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Today’s thoughts are by Julie Wicker

‭‭2 Samuel‬ ‭6‬:‭16‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — As the ark of the Lord was entering the City of David, Michal daughter of Saul watched from a window. And when she saw King David leaping and dancing before the Lord, she despised him in her heart.

This week we are sharing more on the life of King David from the Bible. In today’s key verse King David dances before the Lord in worship. Last week Deborah challenged us to examine our relationships and the way we are reflecting Christ to others. 

Notice Saul’s daughter, Michal, despised David when she saw him leaping and dancing before the Lord. Often we have to dance like no one is watching. When we outwardly worship, we have to let go of what others might think or say. This tends to be harder with those we are closest to. On this Water Walking Wednesday, I encourage you to dance for the Lord like no one is watching. 

Let’s pray. Dear God, thank You for gifting us with the act of worship. Help me throw off what hinders me, and give myself completely to You through worship. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

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Today’s thoughts are by Julie Wicker.

‭‭2 Samuel‬ ‭1‬:‭17‬, ‭26‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — David took up this lament concerning Saul and his son Jonathan, I grieve for you, Jonathan my brother; you were very dear to me. Your love for me was wonderful, more wonderful than that of women.

This week we are sharing more on the life of King David from the Bible. In today’s key verse David laments over King Saul and Saul’s son Jonathan’s death. After Saul discovered David had been anointed King, he had been in search of him. David had been running and hiding from Saul, yet David still revered him as King at the time of his death. 

David continues to show his trust in God’s plan as he fights to win over Saul’s followers. In grief, it is hard to see and hear God’s plan. There are many things in life that we grieve other than death, such as broken relationships or failed plans. What area in your life do you need to trust God in His plan? What steps will you take to move forward?

Let’s pray. Dear Lord, thank You for Your faithfulness to me as I walk out Your plan for my life. I desire to have trust like David. In the name of Jesus, Amen.

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Today’s thoughts are by Julie Wicker.

This week we will share more on the life of King David from the Bible. Take time today to meditate on this week’s scripture verses.

‭‭2 Samuel‬ ‭1‬:‭17‬, ‭26‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — David took up this lament concerning Saul and his son Jonathan, I grieve for you, Jonathan my brother; you were very dear to me. Your love for me was wonderful, more wonderful than that of women.

‭‭2 Samuel‬ ‭6‬:‭16‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — As the ark of the Lord was entering the City of David, Michal daughter of Saul watched from a window. And when she saw King David leaping and dancing before the Lord, she despised him in her heart.

‭‭2 Samuel‬ ‭7‬:‭8‬-‭9‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — Now then, tell my servant David, This is what the Lord Almighty says: “I took you from the pasture, from tending the flock, and appointed you ruler over my people Israel. I have been with you wherever you have gone, and I have cut off all your enemies from before you. Now I will make your name great, like the names of the greatest men on earth.”

‭‭2 Samuel‬ ‭7‬:‭18‬, ‭24‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — Then King David went in and sat before the Lord, and he said: “Who am I, Sovereign Lord, and what is my family, that you have brought me this far? You have established your people Israel as your very own forever, and you, Lord, have become their God.

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭16‬:‭5‬-‭6‬, ‭9‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — Lord, you alone are my portion and my cup; you make my lot secure. The boundary lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; surely I have a delightful inheritance. Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will rest secure.

Bonus: As you meditate on God’s word, take time to write your gratitudes. Below are two videos to help you get started.

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Today’s thoughts are by Julie Wicker.

This week we will share more on the life of King David from the Bible. Take time today to worship with Psalm 16 (Fullness of Joy) by Shane and Shane.

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