Week of November 8, 2009

Monday - Psalm 53
1. Even those who try to obey God will eventually fail at some point. Sin is part of  human nature ever since  Adam and Eve. (Vs. 3) This is why we need a Savior.
 If you have not asked Jesus to come into your life as Lord and Savior, do so now.  Today is the day of Salvation. Know that He is there waiting for you, that He  loves you, and through Him you have the victory. Simply call upon Him, confess  that you are a sinner, and ask Him to forgive you and come into your life as Your  Lord and Savior. Then thank Him and praise Him! All things will become new!  Tell someone what you just did!

Tuesday - Psalm 54
1. Just as the Psalmist cries out to God in time of trouble, we should too. Who  does he say is his Helper? (Vs. 1-4)
2. Take time today to offer praise and thanksgiving for all He has done in your  life. (Vs. 6-7)

Wednesday - Psalm 55
1. The desire to run from problems is human nature. We don't like to face them.  (Vs. 6-8) If you are going through a hard time right now, call upon God to help  you to solve those problems.
2. Betrayal is one of the deepest hurts, especially if it comes someone we love,  or  from a brother or sister in the Lord. (Vs. 12-14) If you have suffered from  betrayal call upon the Lord right now to deliver you from the hurt and set you  free. Release that person to the Lord and ask God to forgive him or her. Then tell  God that you will to forgive, and ask Him to give you the feelings to go with it.
3. When did the psalmist pray? (Vs. 17)
4. Let us quickly release our burdens to our Father who wants to carry them for  us! (Vs. 22)

Thursday - Psalm 56
1. When we are tempted to be afraid, let us choose to trust God as an act of our  will, not as an emotional response. Practice this response and refuse to be  afraid when storms come. (Vs. 3,4)
2. Who hears us when we cry out for help?  (Vs. 9) Who is for us?
3. Who have you placed your trust in? (Vs. 11)

Friday - Psalm 57
1. As a shadow provides sun protection; as a bird covers her babies in the nest  with her wings for protection; so God provides a place of refuge for those who  call upon Him. (Vs. 1) We can take refuge in Him in times of trouble! God is  always concerned for His children.
2. As the psalmist cried out for help; if we need help, we can pray and cry out to  Him also with faith in our heart! (Vs. 2) What will He do for us? (Vs. 3.
3.In a midst of lions is to be in the middle of our enemies. (Vs. 4) What does the  psalmist do in the midst of trouble? (Vs. 5-11) What does that teach us?

Saturday - Psalm 58
1. The unjust rulers were distorting justice, perhaps misusing their power. (Vs. 1- 2) When we see those in public office doing wrong, let us take action. We can  pray, seek God, write to those in authority and let our voice be heard against  injustice. Let the righteous speak out! Today, when you hear the news cry out to  God for justice, and if you see something that must be changed, let your voice be  heard. We can call, write letters, sign e-mail petitions, protest!
2. What will people say when the righteous are avenged? (Vs. 11)