Tag Archives: The Lord

First Principles: The Righteous Person May Have Troubles, But the Lord Delivers Him From Them All

“The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them;    He delivers them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted   and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”  “The righteous person may have many troubles, But the Lord delivers him from them all” – Psalms 34:17-19

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Filled With His Presence

Filled With His Presenceby Michael DoyleWhen the world keeps coming,The joy of the Lord keeps me running.With each day comes a new dawn.With the rising Son, darkness is soon gone.This day, the Lord has made,Brings joy that will never fade.In … Continue reading →

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First Principles: But Gideon Said To Them, “I Will Not Rule Over You, Nor Shall My Son Rule Over You; the Lord Shall Rule Over You

“But Gideon said to them, ‘I will not rule over you, nor shall my son rule over you; the Lord shall rule over you.’”– Judges 8:23

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Worthy of My Praise

Worthy of My Praiseby Michael DoyleI open my eyes with authority,Thankful for the Lord’s deity.This will be one of the joyous daysThat is worthy of praise.Protected by Heaven’s angels near,I find no reason to fear.Whatever Satan might bring,I lift my … Continue reading →

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First Principles: But As For Me and My Household, We Will Serve the Lord

“ But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for … Continue reading →

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First Principles: Humble Yourselves Before the Lord, and He Will Lift You Up

“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” – James 4:10

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A Fisher of Men

A Fisher of Menby Michael DoyleThe Lord Jesus watched from the shoreObserving two men with great tenacity.While watching, He learned they had more.It was a mustard seed’s faith in their ability.Sometimes, nets can be cast with words saidThat lures wayward … Continue reading →

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Leap of Faith

Leap of Faithby Michael DoyleAt times, you feel trapped,And more than just a little scared.The Lord has tenderly wrappedHis arms around you and cared.There have been times you’ve paid the cost,Waking in the middle of the night, feeling lost.If you … Continue reading →

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Let God’s Love Flow

Let God’s Love Flowby Michael DoyleLook at what the Lord has done.He’s gone and set me free.By the power of the Father and the Son.Their truth brings our liberty.Here through my famished dignity,I experience my damaged humanity.Serious business finished on … Continue reading →

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Joseph: Into the Lord’s Presence

Joseph: Into the Lord’s Presenceby Michael DoyleGod reveals His wonders in wonders spoken.We who believe do our best though we’re broken.We walk our best in this mystical game.We do our best to play our part in the fame.Faithfulness walks among … Continue reading →

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