(Psalm 10) The wicked look to the needy as an opportunity for gain. It is amazing how many Christians think this way. They do not look at how they can be a blessing; instead they look how they can be blessed. The Word calls this wicked. They think that God will not mind this behavior but the scriptures show that this will not go inpunished.

(Proverbs 10) The thing that really ministered to me here is the promise that the hand of the diligent will be made rich. He who gathers in the summer is wise but those who sleep in harvest is a son who causes shame. I heard a saying earlier in the week that goes today€™s productivity is tomorrow€™s prosperity. It is important to keep diligent at the task at hand and not look beyond what we are suppose to be doing or looking for the next thing. The proverb also says that the labor of the righteous leads to life. I would like to think that my works bring life.

(Acts 10) It is interesting that Peter saw a vision and then an angel told him to go the house of Cornelius but when he got there he asked Cornelius why he sent for him. We are able to direct angles by seeking righteousness and declaring the Word. We are not here alone but we have the Holy Ghost, the Word, and our faith in action that can commission the supernatural on our behalf.

(Psalm 9) David is really sure that he is on the side of God. In the last few psalms that I have read, I commented on the fact that David wanted God to do what David wanted Dim to do but there is something to be learned here. David felt secure in His relationship with God. David had no problem believing that God was on his side and that his troubles were God€™s troubles to the point that he demanded that God bring a remedy. He knew that was able to fix what was wrong. He did not spend countless time saying, €œif it is your will.€ He knew good and well what was God€™s will.

(Proverbs 9) Wisdom has hewn out her seven pillars. That€™s interesting because there are seven lamp stands before the throne and there are the seven fold spirits of God. Later the chapter talks about the futility of rebuking a foolish person. How we could avoid so much aggrevation if we were to follow that.

(Acts 9) €œWhen he received some food he was strengthened.€ We have to remember to strengthen the new believer. They have to be given the meat of the Word. They cannot do it on their own strength. To many times people are left to their own devices instead of being equipped to go forth in strength of this new life.

December 14 2005 Psalm 8, Proverb 8, Acts 8
(Psalm 8 ) The Lord is excellent. The Father has put Jesus over all the earth. There is nothing that is taking by surprise. All we have to do is remember that everything happens according to His perfect will and fear not. When we keep God in perspective, our problems seem smaller.
(Proverbs 8 ) Wisdom is crying out. It dwells with prudence. Wisdom is to hate evil. There is strength in hating evil. There are times when people want us to compromise but this proverb reminds us where our security lies.
(Acts 8 ) The world is starving for the power of God. The sorcerer was able to wow the crowd will all of his magic and probably made a good living. But when he saw what the power of God was, he knew that nothing he had could compare. So many times we forget that we have what the world wants. The power of God is unmatched and unrivaled. The earth cries out with groaning for the revealing of the sons of God. That is us believers. This treasure in earthen vessels is priceless.

December 13 2005 Psalm 7, Proverb 7, Acts 7
(Psalm 7) David is again crying out to God. You can almost picture trying to shove God into action. €œArise O Lord in Your anger.€ David is really trying to get God to do something but nothing is happening. These are the times of prayer that can be so frustrating. We see times that we want God to do exactly what we think He ought to do but, seemingly, He does nothing. How confusing this can be to the simple mind. I have cried out to God and told Him how I do not understand His inaction but it did not do anything other than give me more to repent from later. I have tried to reason, yell, plead, all to no avail. David still tries to do his best by giving God reasons to move but still nothing. In the end David declares that he will praise God according to His righteousness. This is where the victory lies. We declare the goodness of God over a situation and allow the anointing to move.
(Proverb 7) The writer tells how the unchaste man goes after the seductress like an ox to the slaughter. This is true indeed. Nothing good can come from that, unless you are the butcher.
(Acts 7) Stephen was a Deacon and an evangelist. So many people are waiting to be called the high priest to go out and do the work of God but Stephen went forward in boldness.

December 12 2005 Psalm 6, Proverb 6, Acts 6
(Psalm 6) David really wanted forgiveness. Here he is pleading with God to do a mighty work in him. Following Psalm 5, David is not only asking God for forgiveness he is giving Him reasons to grant his request. Life is better when we just walk in righteousness. This back and forth between sin and forgiveness is hard on us. Praise God that He forgives but it is so sweeter when we are not soaking our couch in tears asking for forgiveness.
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