Once we have experienced the saving actions of our Lord,
once we have been rescued
and brought out to a spacious place,
that sensation is expansive.
Our sense of finally existing with ample security to allow
our heart to grow again, to fill with the power of love again,
to embrace qualities of trust and assurance once again,
the breath we take in is deeper.
The chest widens in hungry inhaling of freedom's air
and Christ's promises.
Our face exudes a light that is only derived from the saving love of God.
Eyes glisten with tears of gratitude and humility.
Lips, once captive to pain, tentatively lift at the corners
releasing the joy of a smile and the long dormant laughter that ultimately escapes.
Praise and prayer slip forth in an unending stream
to honor the Lord God for his abundant mercies!
He rescues.
He restores.
He redeems.
Put your faith in the Lord.
For there is faithful love with the Lord,
and with Him
is redemption in abundance.
Psalm 130:7 HCSB
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Lisa, I love this! Psalm 18 has long been a favorite of mine and verse 19 in particular. Thank you for the reminder of such beautiful encouragement!
ReplyDeleteThe Jewish scholars wrote that the Psalms express how fervently human beings strive to communicate with God. How blessed we are that HE cherishes our heartfelt prayers to HIM, both then and now.
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Beautiful, inspiring words, Lisa! Have a blessed week!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind words for this post. May you also receive His blessings!
DeleteYES! That's what I can count on. HE is the Rescuer, Restorer, and Redeemer. Nothing/No one else counts. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThe longer we live, the more experience we have in relationship with God, the more certain this promise becomes!
DeleteA beautiful reminder! He rescues. He restores. He redeems.
ReplyDeleteOh, the last verse is so comforting and inviting ..I need to write this translation down .. "There is a faithful love with the Lord!" He is always there...
ReplyDeleteThank you for being a light and showing a way to His arms ...
Nina
I have only recently become aware of the HCSB version. I welcome the additional nuances of understanding the wording offers. And I welcome your generous words here. Thank you for stopping by.
DeleteI am so thankful that He has brought me out to a spacious place and rescued me. I find it interesting how it says, "He brought me OUT". Once I endure for just a little while, He brings me out. Thank you for sharing at The Weekend Brew!
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