Psalms
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Sin and Suffering
One of the reasons why the Psalms are revered as sacred Scripture in all three of the major Abrahamic religions is because they are highly relatable. King David, who wrote the majority of the Psalms found in most Bibles, went through some serious challenges and some serious suffering. I have never met anyone who expresses Continue reading
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King David, Thank you
I know I’m not alone in saying that in my lowest moments, I turn to the Psalms. The Psalms are unusual in that they are considered sacred Scripture in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. I felt absolutely destroyed by life today, struggling with feelings I find hard to convey, but thank God I reached for my Continue reading
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Praise and Worship
The Lord is Great and worthy to be praised! He is abounding in forgiveness and mercy. God created jinn and mankind only to worship Him! I long to worship God in a way that pleases Him, To thank Him for His mercy and His generous promises. The Lord is One! He says only ‘Be’ and Continue reading
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Praise Be to God Alone
The Lord reigns! He is perfect in all of His ways. When we face great trials, the Lord is faithful to those who are mindful of Him, who pray to Him and do good deeds. Thanks be to God! The Lord provides abundantly for whoever He will. It may feel like your enemies surround you, Continue reading
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God is Merciful
Bless the Lord, O my soul,and all that is within me,bless his holy name! Bless the Lord, O my soul,and forget not all his benefits,who forgives all your iniquity,who heals all your diseases,who redeems your life from the pit,who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy,who satisfies you with goodso that your youth is renewed Continue reading
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Must I Love My Enemies?
Envisage this scenario: You’re a Christian and your next-door neighbour is keeping you awake playing oppressively loud music in the middle of the night every night despite your repeated attempts to ask him to let you sleep. You also hear him being abusive towards his son, and witness him dealing with every life circumstance with Continue reading
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