Thursday, February 27, 2014

How far is Heaven ? There is a WAY ! Joyful worship and praise which confuses the enemy !

 My kingdom is Joy construsted( trustfully constructed) in you,
As you rejoice and praise me for all the things that I do!

My joy "is" your strength but even more !

For literally it is Heaven's door,

The very structure of of my kingdom's expanse,

Taste it,then drink it :o===~~~ don't just take a glance,

For truly it is my Spring rising up in you \o/ \8/ ( ( ( \8/ ) ) ),

As you praise me in worship I shall renew \o/ ,

Every cell and essence of your body and soul,

My spirit in you shall cause you to "know",

My kingdom is within you expanding every day ( (()) ),

As you worship me my wellspring in you shall raise,

So let us get this cup to begin to overflow,

"HOSANNA to The KING"! Are words you should know,

My very Word rising up in you \o/ ,

I AM your appointment just worship me for I love you,

And in each voice that raises worship to Me,

My kingdom's expanse shall raise you up to see,

Your inheritance " Me in You ",

Harmony alive ,wonderous and True !

For I AM The Kingdom and you will see it through Me,

The 7 eyes of understanding plainly see,

All That I AM spoken and True,

My love rising up inside of you \8/ . . .











Psalm 23:5

Amplified Bible (AMP)

5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my [brimming] cup runs over.

Footnotes:

  1. Psalm 23:5 It is difficult for those living in a temperate climate to appreciate, but it was customary in hot climates to anoint the body with oil to protect it from excessive perspiration. When mixed with perfume, the oil imparted a delightfully refreshing and invigorating sensation. Athletes anointed their bodies as a matter of course before running a race. As the body, therefore, anointed with oil was refreshed, invigorated, and better fitted for action, so the Lord would anoint His “sheep” with the Holy Spirit, Whom oil symbolizes, to fit them to engage more freely in His service and run in the way He directs—in heavenly fellowship with Him.

Luke 6:38 Give, and [gifts] will be given to you; good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over, will they pour into [the pouch formed by] the bosom [of your robe and used as a bag]. For with the measure you deal out [with the measure you use when you confer benefits on others], it will be measured back to you.






Psalm 147

Amplified Bible (AMP)

Psalm 147

1 Praise the Lord! For it is good to sing praises to our God, for He is gracious and lovely; praise is becoming and appropriate.
2 The Lord is building up Jerusalem; He is gathering together the exiles of Israel.
3 He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds [curing their pains and their sorrows].
4 He determines and counts the number of the stars; He calls them all by their names.
5 Great is our Lord and of great power; His understanding is inexhaustible and boundless.
6 The Lord lifts up the humble and downtrodden; He casts the wicked down to the ground.
7 Sing to the Lord with thanksgiving; sing praises with the harp or the lyre to our God!—
8 Who covers the heavens with clouds, Who prepares rain for the earth, Who makes grass to grow on the mountains.
9 He gives to the beast his food, and to the young ravens that for which they cry.
10 He delights not in the strength of the horse, nor does He take pleasure in the legs of a man.
11 The Lord takes pleasure in those who reverently and worshipfully fear Him, in those who hope in His mercy and loving-kindness.
12 Praise the Lord, O Jerusalem! Praise your God, O Zion!
13 For He has strengthened and made hard the bars of your gates, and He has blessed your children within you.
14 He makes peace in your borders; He fills you with the finest of the wheat.
15 He sends forth His commandment to the earth; His word runs very swiftly.
16 He gives [to the earth] snow like [a blanket of] wool; He scatters the hoarfrost like ashes.
17 He casts forth His ice like crumbs; who can stand before His cold?
18 He sends out His word, and melts [ice and snow]; He causes His wind to blow, and the waters flow.
19 He declares His word to Jacob, His statutes and His ordinances to Israel.
20 He has not dealt so with any [other] nation; they have not known (understood, appreciated, given heed to, and cherished) His ordinances. Praise the Lord! (Hallelujah!)

Saturday, February 22, 2014

The Double Portion of Revival " RESTORATION" your ( ( (Complete Blessing ) ) ) The Cup Of Communion .

 My countenance is as much for you as for others !
  "Come" Partake , eat and drink from the cup of My Spirit of Truth for I am pouring out myself to you unhindered as you come to the Altar of ( ( (My Presence ) ) ) , I will speak to you there and completely restore all loss until you stand restored for this "IS" My Revival ( ( ( RESTORATION ) ) ) !

 Does My Word not confirm it ? Truly it does ! And I AM your ) ( ( ( Complete Blessing ) ) ) as you make me your First Fruit .

  So "Come" to ( ( ( The Altar Of Grace ) ) ) for this is The Manna I am Giving you that is not hidden but ( ( ( Revealed ) ) ) Through The Heart Of The FATHER ~ I AM IN YOU .

John 3:22-35


22 Afterwards Jesus and his disciples left Jerusalem and stayed for a while in Judea and baptized there.
23-24 At this time John the Baptist was not yet in prison. He was baptizing at Aenon, near Salim, because there was plenty of water there. 25 One day someone began an argument with John’s disciples, telling them that Jesus’ baptism was best. 26 So they came to John and said, “Master, the man you met on the other side of the Jordan River—the one you said was the Messiah—he is baptizing too, and everybody is going over there instead of coming here to us.”
27 John replied, “God in heaven appoints each man’s work. 28 My work is to prepare the way for that man so that everyone will go to him. You yourselves know how plainly I told you that I am not the Messiah. I am here to prepare the way for him—that is all. 29 The crowds will naturally go to the main attractionthe bride will go where the bridegroom is! A bridegroom’s friends rejoice with him. I am the Bridegroom’s friend, and I am filled with joy at his success. 30 He must become greater and greater, and I must become less and less.
31 “He has come from heaven and is greater than anyone else. I am of the earth, and my understanding is limited to the things of earth. 32 He tells what he has seen and heard, but how few believe what he tells them! 33-34 Those who believe him discover that God is a fountain of truth. For this one—sent by God—speaks God’s words, for God’s Spirit is upon him without measure or limit. 35 The Father loves this man because he is his Son, and God has given him everything there is.


Come To The Waters

Vision:

  Early this morning I saw The Lord standing in a plush green meadow along a river and on his side there was a easy exit out of the water with no real bank just a beach where the grass started. On the other side was what appeared to be a wilderness or desert with little or no vegetation and I did not see any water or shade.

  On the desert side there were many Deer and their bellies seemed bloated from lack of food. Occasionally some grass would spring up as if out of nowhere and I heard "My mercies are new every morning" the deer would quickly gather there and eat it to the ground as they battled over it.

  I heard The lord calling to the deer "come to the waters"(My Word and Spirit) but few listened then I watched as one did move to the river and the bank on this side was steep so that it had to jump in and then swim slightly to get to the other side and as I observed this Deer it took the leap of faith and completely went under much like baptism and as it appeared on top its feet touched bottom and it walked out easily to the other side and its belly was no longer swollen but normal and its whole features appeared fresh and new even the hair glistened. It went to Jesus and he loved on it and it quietly moved to eat the plush green grass.

 Then I heard these words from The Spirit of The Lord saying . . .


  I am testing the fruit of your humility(actual surrender) in the waters of My Virtue(obedience to my Word spoken or written)and in this washing only your true fruit shall pass(survive) through this furnace of fire remaining silver or gold for I must find my image alone in these waters that have the ability to Quench(satisfy) this Fire(My Spirit) .

Malachi 4:1-2


4 “Watch now,” the Lord Almighty declares, “the day of judgment is coming, burning like a furnace. The proud and wicked will be burned up like straw; like a tree, they will be consumed—roots and all.
2 “But for you who fear my name, the Sun of Righteousness will rise with healing in his wings. And you will go free, leaping with joy like calves let out to pasture.
Isaiah 43:2

2 When you pass through the waters, I will be with you, and through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned or scorched, nor will the flame kindle upon you.

Job 22:25

25 And make the Almighty your gold and [the Lord] your precious silver treasure,

Desert Song


Washed by the waters


Lay em down


Surrender all


From the inside out !




Thursday, February 20, 2014

EVERYTHING IN THE WAY "SHALL" BE REMOVED

 I AM with you, my angels surround you, go behind enemy lines and take back my land !

  My army is rising up to take back land now that my testimony is sure in my front line(Chosen Ones)assaults( words of declaration) removing the lies of the enemy, and all distractions now shall be dealt with in their time and season of correction or removal for My Testimony is paramount as my spirit moves across the waters of my voice for you are the many waters of my Testimony and I AM sure and true to my word that I will complete all deliveries on time.

  So watch now as things fall into place meeting no resistance for truly it shall come to pass for I am God and not man.

  Resistance is futile for those I have called and chosen for they shall surrender to my Word, and now more than ever open hearts are what you will connect with as you release the power of my Testimony to them(those held captive) and my resurrection power is already yours so do not fade back for we are one in this and I am with you as my angels surround you to accomplish this task.

 Prophecy to the dead bones "Life Everlasting" for they shall rise up as you release!


Matthew 5:17-20

17 Think not that I came to destroy the law or the prophets: I came not to destroy, but to fulfill.

18 For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass away, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass away from the law, till all things be accomplished.
19 Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, shall be called least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, he shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven.

20 For I say unto you, that except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no wise enter into the kingdom of heaven.

Luke 16:16-17

16 The law and the prophets were until John: from that time the gospel of the kingdom of God is preached, and every man entereth violently into it.
17 But it is easier for heaven and earth to pass away, than for one tittle of the law to fall.


Revelation 12:11

11 And they have overcome (conquered) him by means of the blood of the Lamb and by the utterance of their testimony, for they did not love and cling to life even when faced with death [holding their lives cheap till they had to die for their witnessing].

Joshua 1:5-11

5 No man shall be able to stand before you all the days of your life. As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will not fail you or forsake you.

6 Be strong (confident) and of good courage, for you shall cause this people to inherit the land which I swore to their fathers to give them.

7 Only you be strong and very courageous, that you may do according to all the law which Moses My servant commanded you. Turn not from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may prosper wherever you go.

8 This Book of the Law shall not depart out of your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, that you may observe and do according to all that is written in it. For then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall deal wisely and have good success.

9 Have not I commanded you? Be strong, vigorous, and very courageous. Be not afraid, neither be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.

10 Then Joshua commanded the officers of the people, saying,

11 Pass through the camp and command the people, Prepare your provisions, for within three days you shall pass over this Jordan to go in to take possession of the land which the Lord your God is giving you to possess.




Joshua 14:9

9 And Moses swore on that day, Surely the land on which your feet have walked shall be an inheritance to you and your children always, because you have wholly followed the Lord my God.

I'll Trust you Lord Donnie Mcclurkin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EqjDh6YBCFE


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6qLOwfLSTM  Wings Kimberly and Albert Rivera

Sunday, February 9, 2014

NOW IT BEGINS

                                                          NOW IT BEGINS

  You are going to see things unfold in the next few months that will need no explaining and a tribe ( Ezra 1:5 ) and columnof smoke( Joel 2:30 NLT ) shall begin to appear in many places at one time for the watchmen on the walls of the New Jerusalem shall convene and serenade The Father in True Worship as they become one with his glory !
  My countenance shall be common place among my children of light so they know each other as they meet and come together "AS ONE" .
  Nuture these moments my beloved for you are being embroidered into My tapestry I am adorning you in as my Bride for truly you are light and yet light emmitting a beautiful fragrance of The King of kings to The Father of his bride to be for we are one and though now you may not understand truly two shall become one in this wedding dance before The Throne of God.
  Many will perish in the days ahead by their own choice and yet many shall come to the knowledge of their Savior found in me alone for truly as my Word all those that call upon the name of The Lord "shall" be saved .
  I AM The True and Faithful one , The Lamb of God and Lion of Judah.
Forcing people to me will not work for they must decide completely on their own and I know their heart.
  There will be division and unity both at the same time and only your intimacy with me will ensure your correct placement each day for truly the things bringing together the orchestration of my body and bride are moving quickly even now .
  Be at peace with each other and do not bring up childish division but be found in gentleness and love for I will swiftly correct all chatter !
 My love abounds for yo uas you delight in my Word and let charity abound for I AM this grace and favor within you .
My mercies are new every morning as you find me in the garden for I AM your Tree of Life .
  Many ministries will fail due to their lack of attention to my very Spirit speaking and going unheeded.
  Others however shall begin to see the fire of my testimony reach out into the streets, villages, mountains and byways. Entire islands and continents will be saved in one day.

  Vision: I saw extremities growing out and people leaping from wheelchairs and the mentally challenged completely healed

  Miracles shall abound among the faithful and I shall create new beginnings before your very eyes of body, soul and spirit .
 The riches of the wicked shall be given to the righteous and though the wicked fall to your left and right you shall be miraculously saved and translated for my glory .
Truly I say to you I AM in and through all of my creation and I shall leave no child of mine lacking in any way for you are all in the Father's will.
 My Testimony carries in it the greatest healings and breakthroughs as you declare me to the nations(people) for I am worthy and The Father agrees for I am His will as a living testimony of his love for you so find Peace in this.
Where you are today is not where my grace will meet you tomorrow and I am your blessing so rejoice in me !
 Take my hand and we shall walk together "as one" .
"Know" I love the beaches of your life and there is Peace here .( I saw Jesus walking along the beach with us )...
  You are not going to be doing things the same each day , " Did I " ?!
Let The Father lead us as one and you will be truly overjoyed for your cup will spill over with the good and new things the Father has for us .
I am your guardian and promise immediately seek me out and declare My Name !
I can and will take you to your finished faith as you allow and my abundance shall be with you .
  Do you see ? It all starts with INTIMACY . . .

Psalm 68: 28-35


Summon your power, God;
show us your strength, our God, as you have done before.
29 Because of your temple at Jerusalem
kings will bring you gifts.
30 Rebuke the beast among the reeds,
the herd of bulls among the calves of the nations.
Humbled, may the beast bring bars of silver.
Scatter the nations who delight in war.
31 Envoys will come from Egypt;
Cush will submit herself to God.

32 Sing to God, you kingdoms of the earth,
sing praise to the Lord,
33 to him who rides across the highest heavens, the ancient heavens,
who thunders with mighty voice.
34 Proclaim the power of God,
whose majesty is over Israel,
whose power is in the heavens.
35 You, God, are awesome in your sanctuary;
the God of Israel gives power and strength to his people.


Psalm 68:24 Your procession, God, has come into view,
the procession of my God and King into the sanctuary.

Psalm 68:25-35

25 In front are the singers, after them the musicians;
with them are the young women playing the timbrels.
26 Praise God in the great congregation;
praise the Lord in the assembly of Israel.
27 There is the little tribe of Benjamin, leading them,
there the great throng of Judah’s princes,
and there the princes of Zebulun and of Naphtali.

Praise be to God!

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQ3a7KUKCiY
            You are I AM


A WORD FOR "THE HIDDEN ONES" " SHINE YOUR LIGHT PREPARE THE WAY " !

 Unity forms a key and Harmony unlocks and opens the door \8/

 Vision: I saw God pushing young Eagles ready to fly out of their nests that had been there too long !


 You have not done as I have instructed but merely done as you have inquired so you are actually fulfilling your own desires and not the Father's will.
 Back up for I have given you something and you have dropped it on your way , it is a KEY to ALL this !
 Do you see it ?! You will find it in Psalm 133 for without this all you do shall be as futile as Babyl When I struck them with confusion.
 Branch out my children for the hidden branches gather no light and begin to die on the vine and these are the branches My Father prunes !
 Obey my word and my blessings will overtake you but if you remain as Tyre you shall weaken and be forclosed.
 Do you see I am in and through all things so make the right choice and let your light shine for this word is not for one standing here(in this place) but for ALL .


Psalm 133

A Song of Ascents. Of David.

1 Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!

2 It is like the precious ointment poured on the head, that ran down on the beard, even the beard of Aaron [the first high priest], that came down upon the collar and skirts of his garments [consecrating the whole body].

3 It is like the dew of [lofty] Mount Hermon and the dew that comes on the hills of Zion; for there the Lord has commanded the blessing, even life forevermore [upon the high and the lowly].


   Psalm 133

A song for pilgrims ascending to Jerusalem. A psalm of David.

1 How wonderful and pleasant it is
when brothers live together in harmony!
2 For harmony is as precious as the anointing oil
that was poured over Aaron’s head,
that ran down his beard
and onto the border of his robe.
3 Harmony is as refreshing as the dew from Mount Hermon
that falls on the mountains of Zion.
And there the Lord has pronounced his blessing,
even life everlasting.
 
 

Thursday, February 6, 2014

WINGS OF ASCENSION

 My ascension is in you did I not say I would lift you on wings of eagles behold My very spirit is your strength and sight to see for I am your kingdom and it is My spirit that activates creation through the Father's will.
  So receive ALL I have for you for we are one now and you are not subject to the earth.

  Let My spirit bring you up and into the fullness of ALL I have for you in this time and season of "TRUST" for as far as the East is from the West I have spread "My wings" over you of complete freedom now "Fly"!




Isaiah 40:26-31

26 Lift up your eyes on high and see! Who has created these? He Who brings out their host by number and calls them all by name; through the greatness of His might and because He is strong in power, not one is missing or lacks anything.

27 Why, O Jacob, do you say, and declare, O Israel, My way and my lot are hidden from the Lord, and my right is passed over without regard from my God?

28 Have you not known? Have you not heard? The everlasting God, the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the earth, does not faint or grow weary; there is no searching of His understanding.

29 He gives power to the faint and weary, and to him who has no might He increases strength [causing it to multiply and making it to abound].

30 Even youths shall faint and be weary, and [selected] young men shall feebly stumble and fall exhausted;

31 But those who wait for the Lord [who expect, look for, and hope in Him] shall change and renew their strength and power; "they shall lift their wings and mount up [close to God] as eagles" [mount up to the sun]; they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint or become tired.

2 Corinthians 12:2-4

2 I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago—whether in the body or out of the body I do not know, God knows—was caught up to the third heaven.

3 And I know that this man—whether in the body or away from the body I do not know, God knows—4 Was caught up into paradise, and he heard utterances beyond the power of man to put into words, which man is not permitted to utter.

John 17:20-22

20 Neither for these alone do I pray [it is not for their sake only that I make this request], but also for all those who will ever come to believe in (trust in, cling to, rely on) Me through their word and teaching,
21 That they all may be one, [just] as You, Father, are in Me and I in You, that they also may be one in Us, so that the world may believe and be convinced that You have sent Me.
22 I have given to them the glory and honor which You have given Me, that they may be one [even] as We are one:



Wednesday, February 5, 2014

DECLARE YOUR BLESSINGS

 My promises are all yours in fullness but you must declare your horizons as Moses, praise me as Daniel and obey me as Ezekiel ( Speak to these bones) then all the scales will fall from your eyes ( 2 kings 6:17) that my kingdom will reveal itself in fullness and truth for truly it is already here merely waiting for your faith to rise .
  So rise up oh well for your blessings lay before you as you declare and I and The Father are waiting to meet you at this place " TRUST" for I am your bank of trust so lay it all down before me as you declare for there is no need to struggle with me as Jacob for I have already overcome for you through my blood on the cross !

Exodus 14:13 And Moses said to the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which He will accomplish for you today. For the Egyptians whom you see today, you shall see again no more forever. 14 The Lord will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace.”

Daniel 2:20-23 Daniel answered, Blessed be the name of God forever and ever! For wisdom and might are His!


21 He changes the times and the seasons; He removes kings and sets up kings. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have understanding!
22 He reveals the deep and secret things; He knows what is in the darkness, and the light dwells with Him!
23 I thank You and praise You, O God of my fathers, Who has given me wisdom and might and has made known to me now what we desired of You, for You have made known to us the solution to the king’s problem.

Ezekiel 37:9-10 Then said He to me, Prophesy to the breath and spirit, son of man, and say to the breath and spirit, Thus says the Lord God: Come from the four winds, O breath and spirit, and breathe upon these slain that they may live.
10 So I prophesied as He commanded me, and the breath and spirit came into [the bones], and they lived and stood up upon their feet, an exceedingly great host.



2 Kings 6:17 Then Elisha prayed, Lord, I pray You, open his eyes that he may see. And the Lord opened the young man’s eyes, and he saw, and behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire round about Elisha.




Philippians 4:19 - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

James 1:17 - Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.

Luke 6:38 - Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again.

3 John 1:2 - Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.

Isaiah 41:10 - Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

John 1:16 - And of his fulness have all we received, and grace for grace.

Exodus 15:26 - And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the LORD thy God, and wilt do that which is right in his sight, and wilt give ear to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I [am] the LORD that healeth thee.

Philippians 2:13 - For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of [his] good pleasure.

Exodus 23:22 - But if thou shalt indeed obey his voice, and do all that I speak; then I will be an enemy unto thine enemies, and an adversary unto thine adversaries.

Genesis 28:20 - And Jacob vowed a vow, saying, If God will be with me, and will keep me in this way that I go, and will give me bread to eat, and raiment to put on,

2 Chronicles 27:6 - So Jotham became mighty, because he prepared his ways before the LORD his God.

Philippians 4:7 - And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

Philippians 1:6 - Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform [it] until the day of Jesus Christ:

Ephesians 3:20 - Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,

2 Corinthians 9:8-10 - And God [is] able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all [things], may abound to every good work:
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2 Corinthians 9:8 - And God [is] able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all [things], may abound to every good work:

1 Corinthians 15:10 - But by the grace of God I am what I am: and his grace which [was bestowed] upon me was not in vain; but I laboured more abundantly than they all: yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me.

Tuesday, February 4, 2014

GOD OF MAJESTY

 My majesty is all consuming for I am glorious and though not all see the fabric of my glory woven into the handiwork of My kingdom and creation truly it glorifies me eternally for I am in and through all I have done. There is no other God and I am exalted by my very creation in motion for its splendor and fabric truly is the recognition of my majesty from sunrise to sunrise for I am God of night and day for my kingdom never sleeps for my light is eternal.
  So find me in the very fabric of your lives for truly I have you in my very hand and my glorious kingdom has you wrapped in my majesty even now.
  Breath it in as I am your very atmosphere and realize I am to be praised for I am a gracious and loving God.

 Come into my Kingdom with me ,

Come in ! Come in ! Come in ! And you Shall see ,

All that I AM made of each taper , each thread ,

The method of my weaving my Tapestry and Bed ,

For as I call you to rest in me ,

I have woven a bed for you for such is it for me ,

Yea ! Enter into my Glory for though it shines like Gold
,

Truly my Manifold Wisdom in Love is what you behold ,

So take my hand I AM giving and enter into me ,

For it is my MAJESTY you are about to see !

Psalm 34

5 Those who look to him are radiant;
their faces are never covered with shame.

Proverbs 3

13 Blessed is the man who finds wisdom,
the man who gains understanding,

14 for she is more profitable than silver
and yields better returns than gold.

15 She is more precious than rubies;
nothing you desire can compare with her.

16 Long life is in her right hand;
in her left hand are riches and honor.

17 Her ways are pleasant ways,
and all her paths are peace.

18 She is a tree of life to those who embrace her;
those who lay hold of her will be blessed.

19 By wisdom the LORD laid the earth's foundations,
by understanding he set the heavens in place;

20 by his knowledge the deeps were divided,
and the clouds let drop the dew.

21 My son, preserve sound judgment and discernment,
do not let them out of your sight;

22 they will be life for you,
an ornament to grace your neck.

23 Then you will go on your way in safety,
and your foot will not stumble;

24 when you lie down, you will not be afraid;
when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.


Psalm 104

1 Bless (affectionately, gratefully praise) the Lord, O my soul! O Lord my God, You are very great! You are clothed with honor and majesty—
2 [You are the One] Who covers Yourself with light as with a garment, Who stretches out the heavens like a curtain or a tent,
3 Who lays the beams of the upper room of His abode in the waters [above the firmament], Who makes the clouds His chariot, Who walks on the wings of the wind,
4 Who makes winds His messengers, flames of fire His ministers.
5 You laid the foundations of the earth, that it should not be moved forever.
6 You covered it with the deep as with a garment; the waters stood above the mountains.
7 At Your rebuke they fled; at the voice of Your thunder they hastened away.
8 The mountains rose, the valleys sank down to the place which You appointed for them.
9 You have set a boundary [for the waters] which they may not pass over, that they turn not again to deluge the earth.
10 He sends forth springs into the valleys; their waters run among the mountains.
11 They give drink to every [wild] beast of the field; the wild asses quench their thirst there.
12 Beside them the birds of the heavens have their nests; they sing among the branches.
13 He waters the mountains from His upper rooms; the earth is satisfied and abounds with the fruit of His works.
14 He causes vegetation to grow for the cattle, and all that the earth produces for man to cultivate, that he may bring forth food out of the earth—
15 And wine that gladdens the heart of man, to make his face shine more than oil, and bread to support, refresh, and strengthen man’s heart.
16 The trees of the Lord are watered abundantly and are filled with sap, the cedars of Lebanon which He has planted,
17 Where the birds make their nests; as for the stork, the fir trees are her house.
18 The high mountains are for the wild goats; the rocks are a refuge for the conies and badgers.
19 [The Lord] appointed the moon for the seasons; the sun knows [the exact time of] its setting.
20 You [O Lord] make darkness and it becomes night, in which creeps forth every wild beast of the forest.
21 The young lions roar after their prey and seek their food from God.
22 When the sun arises, they withdraw themselves and lie down in their dens.
23 Man goes forth to his work and remains at his task until evening.
24 O Lord, how many and varied are Your works! In wisdom have You made them all; the earth is full of Your riches and Your creatures.
25 Yonder is the sea, great and wide, in which are swarms of innumerable creeping things, creatures both small and great.
26 There go the ships of the sea, and Leviathan (the sea monster), which You have formed to sport in it.
27 These all wait and are dependent upon You, that You may give them their food in due season.
28 When You give it to them, they gather it up; You open Your hand, and they are filled with good things.
29 When You hide Your face, they are troubled and dismayed; when You take away their breath, they die and return to their dust.
30 When You send forth Your Spirit and give them breath, they are created, and You replenish the face of the ground.
31 May the glory of the Lord endure forever; may the Lord rejoice in His works—
32 Who looks on the earth, and it quakes and trembles, Who touches the mountains, and they smoke!
33 I will sing to the Lord as long as I live; I will sing praise to my God while I have any being.
34 May my meditation be sweet to Him; as for me, I will rejoice in the Lord.
35 Let sinners be consumed from the earth, and let the wicked be no more. Bless (affectionately, gratefully praise) the Lord, O my soul! Praise the Lord! (Hallelujah!)