Journals of the Heart

May the Lord answer you when you are in trouble. May the God of Jacob keep you safe. May he send you help from the sacred tent. May He give you aid from Zion. May He remember all of your sacrifices. May He accept your burnt offerings. Selah May He give you what your heart longs for. May He make all of your plans succeed. (Psalms 20:1-4 NIV).

At this very moment, I am observing, reflecting, but not resting. I am reflecting on all your burnt offerings, all your sacrifices. Burnt sacrifices can be those times when you give up your own desires in favor of another’s, producing a heady scent I can not ignore. The pleasant aroma wafting from your sacrifice has filled My nostrils like perfume and filled My heart with an overwhelming love.

Out of the midst of My remembering, I am spilling over and flowing through your life today with a refreshing, building a high and lofty bridge of great strength for you to walk upon. I am defending you while lifting you on high. Read More…