The Reason – God Is Good – Psalm 100

 

This is Namma for Christ with the two hundred ninth inspirational message dated Thursday, November 25th, 2021. The title of this message is “The Reason – God Is Good – Psalm 100”.

The first two words of this message’s title are also the title of the below inspirational song/video (with lyrics), “The Reason” as performed by “WILDER”.  The below passage of scripture (that accompanies this message) is from the Old Testament book of the 100^th Psalm:

Psalm 100

New King James Version - (NKJV)

¹ Make a joyful shout to the Lord, all you lands!
² Serve the Lord with gladness;
Come before His presence with singing.
³ Know that the Lord, He is God;
It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves;
We are His people and the sheep of His pasture.

⁴ Enter into His gates with thanksgiving,
And into His courts with praise.
Be thankful to Him, and bless His name.
⁵ For the Lord is good;

His mercy is everlasting,
And His truth endures to all generations

The title of this message also includes the words – “God Is Good” – which is the “title” of the Charles Stanley “In Touch” Daily Devotional for (11/24/21) – which I have included below:

 

God Is Good

 Psalm 100

By Charles Stanley

 

      ONE OF THE FIRST THINGS A CHILD LEARNS in Sunday school is that God is good. But the simplicity of this statement can be a bit misleading. That’s because God’s goodness is multifaceted, and it encompasses many of His characteristics.

 First, the Lord is absolutely perfect and holy, which means that He alone is the standard of all righteousness. God is also unchanging, and therefore His dealings with us are determined by His character; even when we rebel, He is still good to us. As a loving heavenly Father, He responds with discipline – not to crush out spirit but to restore the broken relationship.

We can see the Lord’s goodness in His gifts to us, including every breath we breathe. As our loving Shepherd, He provides for all our needs. But the greatest expression of God’s goodness is the cross of Christ. What appeared cruel and unfair from man’s perspective was the only way to rescue us from a hopeless eternity without God.

God’s goodness is intertwined with each of His attributes, and that’s why it is a pillar of our faith. It grounds us with confidence during difficulties, so when we don’t understand what the Lord is doing, we can still trust that He is good.

 

 

 

 

By Charles Stanley

 

I pray that you have enjoyed the above message and I pray that you will enjoy the accompanied song.

Please enjoy the below inspirational song/video (with lyrics), “The Reason” as performed by “WILDER”.

 

(I do not own the rights to this song).

 

 (If you can't see the below video: Please scroll down to the end - Under the rectangular box labeled "Home" - please click "View web version". You will automatically be taken to the top of the message - please scroll down to the "end" of the message to view the video. Please press play to enjoy the song/video.)

 

BE BLESSED!

The Blessing – The Key to Good Things in Life – Psalm 84:11-12

 

This is Namma for Christ with the two hundred eighth inspirational message dated Thursday, November 11th, 2021. The title of this message is “The Blessing – The Key to Good Things in Life – Psalm 84:11-12”.

The first two words of this message’s title are also the title of the below inspirational song/video (with lyrics), “The Blessing” as performed by “Kari Jobe, Cody Carnes & Elevation Worship”.  The below passage of scripture (that accompanies this message) is from the Old Testament book of Psalms - the eleventh through the twelfth verses of the eighty-fourth chapter:

Psalm 84:11-12

New King James Version - (NKJV)

 

¹¹ For the Lord God is a sun and shield;
The Lord will give grace and glory;
No good thing will He withhold
From those who walk uprightly.

¹² O Lord of hosts,
Blessed is the man who trusts in You!

 

The title of this message also includes the words – “The Key to Good Things in Life” – which is the “title” of the Charles Stanley “In Touch” Daily Devotional for (11/5/21) – which I have included below:

 

The Key to Good Things in Life

 Psalm 84:11-12

By Charles Stanley

 

      THE TITLE OF TODAY’S DEVOTION sounds like a self-help book that promises fame, wealth, and prestige if you’ll follow 10 easy steps. But God defines life’s good things quite differently, and they’re achieved only by seeking Him. When we make the Lord our top priority, He gives truly good things, such as …

INTIMACY WITH HIM. Those who earnestly seek God and walk uprightly learn to know and love Him deeply. He’s no longer a distant deity but a loving heavenly Father who cares for them.

SATISFACTION. The empty place in every heart can be filled only by the Lord. All earthly pursuits of pleasure or purpose fade in comparison to the fulfillment He gives.

JOY. When seeking the Lord is your highest priority, you will have His joy in every circumstance. Suffering and difficulties won’t feel as devastating because you’ll trust Him and see the situation from a biblical perspective.

      DIVINE HELP. We’re invited to come boldly to God in prayer to receive grace and help in time of need (Heb. 4:16 see below)

Hebrews 4:16

New King James Version - (NKJV)

¹⁶ Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.

     

The things of the world are only temporary, but God’s benefits are eternal. Are you seeking heavenly treasure, or have worldly values sidetracked you?

 

By Charles Stanley

 

I pray that you have enjoyed the above message and I pray that you will enjoy the accompanied song.

Please enjoy the below inspirational song/video (with lyrics), “The Blessing” as performed by “Kari Jobe, Cody Carnes & Elevation Worship”. 

 

(I do not own the rights to this song).

 

 (If you can't see the below video: Please scroll down to the end - Under the rectangular box labeled "Home" - please click "View web version". You will automatically be taken to the top of the message - please scroll down to the "end" of the message to view the video. Please press play to enjoy the song/video.)

 

BE BLESSED!