The Gathering Place Where Family Matters

March 9, 2013

“I will love Thee, O LORD, my strength” (Psalm 18:1).

This precious Psalm of King David expresses his personal love for the Lord who was His strength. Doesn’t it seem likely the King would declare that his strength came as a result of his vast army or his genius in battle strategies? Not David. He knew his strength came from the Lord.

For today: Ask yourself the hard question. Do I live by my own strength or am I relying upon the Lord? Seek to create in your home the joy of experiencing God’s power and strength.

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