Praying the Psalms: Fri, 09 Nov – Psalm 114 ~ Tremble, O earth, at the presence of the Lord!

Praying the Psalms

+ In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen!

One thing I have asked of the Lord, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life; to behold the beauty of the Lord and to seek Him in His temple.

Praise to You, Lord Jesus Christ, King of endless glory.
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Morning Reading: Psalm 114 (NLT)

When the Israelites escaped from Egypt—when the family of Jacob left that foreign land—the land of Judah became God’s sanctuary, and Israel became his kingdom.

The Red Sea saw them coming and hurried out of their way! The water of the Jordan River turned away. The mountains skipped like rams, the hills like lambs! What’s wrong, Red Sea, that made you hurry out of their way? What happened, Jordan River, that you turned away? Why, mountains, did you skip like rams? Why, hills, like lambs?

Tremble, O earth, at the presence of the Lord, at the presence of the God of Jacob. He turned the rock into a pool of water; yes, a spring of water flowed from solid rock.

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Morning Prayer

O Lord our God: You delivered Israel from the bondage of Egypt, by the blood of lambs; and you deliver our souls today from the bondage of sin and death, by the blood of your Son, Jesus Christ –

+ set us free from the complacency of prosperity and easy living…
+ set us free from the illusion of belonging in kingdoms of this world…
+ be enthroned in our hearts that we may worship in spirit and truth…
+ be enthroned in our hearts that we may follow wherever you lead…
+ be enthroned in our hearts that we may believe you for the impossible…

O Lord our God: You delivered Israel from the bondage of Egypt, by the blood of lambs; and you deliver our souls today from the bondage of sin and death, by the blood of your Son, Jesus Christ, who lives with you in unity with the Holy Spirit, one God for ever and ever. Amen.
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“Psalm 114: B’tseth Israel” – SAVAE (San Antonio Vocal Arts Ensemble)

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Blessing – (Northumbrian Community)

May the peace of the Lord Christ go with you, wherever He may send you. May He guide you through the wilderness, and protect you through the storm. May He bring you home rejoicing at the wonders He has shown you. May He bring you home rejoicing once again into our doors.
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+ In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Praying the Psalms: Thu, 08 Nov – Psalm 113 ~ Blessed be the name of the Lord!

Praying the Psalms

+ In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen!

Opening – (Northumbria Community)

One thing I have asked of the Lord, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life; to behold the beauty of the Lord and to seek Him in His temple.

Praise to You, Lord Jesus Christ, King of endless glory.
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Morning Reading: Psalm 113 (NLT)

Praise the Lord!

Yes, give praise, O servants of the Lord. Praise the name of the Lord! Blessed be the name of the Lord now and forever. Everywhere—from east to west—praise the name of the Lord. For the Lord is high above the nations; his glory is higher than the heavens.

Who can be compared with the Lord our God, who is enthroned on high?

He stoops to look down on heaven and on earth.
He lifts the poor from the dust and the needy from the garbage dump.
He sets them among princes, even the princes of his own people!
He gives the childless woman a family, making her a happy mother.

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Morning Prayer

O Lord our God: Blessed be your Name, now and forever –

+ in you all creation is held together…
+ in you we live and move and have our being…
+ in you we have meaning and purpose…
+ in you we live full, satisfying lives…

O Lord our God: Blessed be your Name, now and forever –

+ for you sent your Son, Jesus Christ, to live among us…
+ for you forgave our sins and restored our souls…
+ for you made us children of light, in a world of darkness…
+ for your Spirit works in us to seek and save the lost…

O Lord our God: Blessed be your Name, now and forever; and blessed be the Name of your Son, Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you in unity with the Holy Spirit, one incomparable God, for ever and ever. Amen.
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“Psalm 113” – Israel, We Stand With You

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Blessing – (Northumbrian Community)

+ In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Praying the Psalms: Wed, 07 Nov – Psalm 112 ~ the blessed life

Praying the Psalms

+ In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen!

Opening – (Northumbria Community)

One thing I have asked of the Lord, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life; to behold the beauty of the Lord and to seek Him in His temple.

Praise to You, Lord Jesus Christ, King of endless glory.
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Morning Reading: Psalm 112 (NLT)

Praise the Lord!

How joyful are those who fear the Lord and delight in obeying his commands.

Their children will be successful everywhere; an entire generation of godly people will be blessed.
They themselves will be wealthy, and their good deeds will last forever.
Light shines in the darkness for the godly.
They are generous, compassionate, and righteous.

Good comes to those who lend money generously and conduct their business fairly. Such people will not be overcome by evil. Those who are righteous will be long remembered.

They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the Lord to care for them.
They are confident and fearless and can face their foes triumphantly.
They share freely and give generously to those in need.
Their good deeds will be remembered forever.
They will have influence and honor.

The wicked will see this and be infuriated. They will grind their teeth in anger; they will slink away, their hopes thwarted.
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Morning Prayer

O Lord our God: Thank you for your grace and loving-kindness, shown to all who worship and obey you –

+ for you have shown us mercy that we might show mercy to others…
+ for you have shown us generosity that we might give generously to others…
+ for you have healed us that we might be a healing presence to others…
+ for you have kept your covenant with us that we might live fearlessly…

O Lord our God: Thank you for your grace and loving-kindness, shown to all who trust in Jesus Christ –

+ for his Kingdom is at hand; ever-growing, ever-expanding among us…
+ for his Kingdom rewards await us; treasures stored in heaven…
+ for he heals the broken-hearted, and comforts those who mourn…
+ for he is compassionate, gentle, and kind; sinless and blameless…
+ for he dwells with you, Triune God, in love, unity and perfect peace…

O Lord our God: Pour out your Spirit on us, that we might trust you in all things, become more like Jesus, and live a full, satisfying life both now and forever – in his Name we pray. Amen.
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“Psalm 112” – 4HIM

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Blessing – (Northumbrian Community)

+ In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Praying the Psalms: Tue, 06 Nov – Psalm 111 ~ Everything he does reveals his glory and majesty.

Praying the Psalms

+ In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen!

Opening – (Northumbria Community)

One thing I have asked of the Lord, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life; to behold the beauty of the Lord and to seek Him in His temple.

Praise to You, Lord Jesus Christ, King of endless glory.
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Morning Reading: Psalm 111 (NLT)

Praise the Lord!

I will thank the Lord with all my heart as I meet with his godly people. How amazing are the deeds of the Lord! All who delight in him should ponder them. Everything he does reveals his glory and majesty. His righteousness never fails.

He causes us to remember his wonderful works.
How gracious and merciful is our Lord!
He gives food to those who fear him;
He always remembers his covenant.
He has shown his great power to his people by giving them the lands of other nations.

All he does is just and good, and all his commandments are trustworthy. They are forever true, to be obeyed faithfully and with integrity.

He has paid a full ransom for his people.
He has guaranteed his covenant with them forever.
What a holy, awe-inspiring name he has!
Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true wisdom.
All who obey his commandments will grow in wisdom.

Praise him forever!
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Morning Prayer

O Lord our God: To you belong all our worship and praise; your works are wonderful –

+ for you redeemed us through your Son, Jesus Christ…
+ for you take pleasure in all who truly seek you…
+ for you judge us with righteousness and mercy…

O Lord our God: To you belong all our worship and praise; your works are wonderful –

+ for we remember your great mercy and loving-kindness to us…
+ for we remember your graciousness and compassion to us…

O Lord our God: To you belong all our worship and praise; your works are wonderful. Sweep away the pervasive darkness in our land and turn our hearts to you – that we may be restored as “one nation under God” through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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“Psalm 111” – Pilgrim Hymns (acapella)

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Blessing – (Northumbrian Community)

+ In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Praying the Psalms: Mon, 05 Nov – Psalm 110 ~ win victory after victory

Praying the Psalms

+ In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen!

Opening – (Northumbria Community)

One thing I have asked of the Lord, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life; to behold the beauty of the Lord and to seek Him in His temple.

Praise to You, Lord Jesus Christ, King of endless glory.
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Morning Reading: Psalm 110 (NLT) – A psalm of David.

The Lord said to my Lord,

“Sit in the place of honor at my right hand until I humble your enemies, making them a footstool under your feet.”

The Lord will extend your powerful kingdom from Jerusalem; you will rule over your enemies. When you go to war, your people will serve you willingly. You are arrayed in holy garments, and your strength will be renewed each day like the morning dew.

The Lord has taken an oath and will not break his vow:

“You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek.”

The Lord stands at your right hand to protect you. He will strike down many kings when his anger erupts. He will punish the nations and fill their lands with corpses; he will shatter heads over the whole earth. But he himself will be refreshed from brooks along the way. He will be victorious.
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Morning Prayer

O Lord our God: Reign in power over us, through your Son, Jesus Christ –

+ for He is exalted over all governments and authorities…
+ for He is exalted over all ideologies and creeds…
+ for He is exalted over all human hearts and souls…

O Lord our God: Reign in power over us, through your Son, Jesus Christ –

+ be enthroned in our open hearts…
+ be enthroned in the purity of holiness…
+ be enthroned in the young and old…
+ be enthroned as our mediator and atoning sacrifice…

O Lord our God: Reign in power over us, through your Son, Jesus Christ; give us victory over all our enemies, within and without, all for the glory of your Name. Amen.
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“Psalm 110” (Lord Take up Your Holy Throne) – Paul Wilbur