The First Great Cause....

Here’s a Psalm that we all need to memorize and etch into our hearts. We must never forget God is the “first Great Cause”. It is because of Him that life exists. It is because of Him we draw our next breath. It is because of Him we have hope. He is our refuge in times of trouble. He is the giver of life. He is the guardian of our possessions. He is our true security. He shows us the way of life. His presence is our joy. No matter what the day brings, we have hope, the anchor of our soul, because of Him. Focus on that today. Then go out and praise Him for it.

Keep me safe, O God,for I have come to You for refuge. 2 I said to the Lord, “You are my Master!Every good thing I have comes from You.”3 The godly people in the landare my true heroes!I take pleasure in them!4 Troubles multiply for those who chase after other gods.I will not take part in their sacrifices of bloodor even speak the names of their gods. 5 Lord, You alone are my inheritance, my cup of blessing.You guard all that is mine.6 The land You have given me is a pleasant land.What a wonderful inheritance! 7 I will bless the Lord who guides me;even at night my heart instructs me.8 I know the Lord is always with me.I will not be shaken, for He is right beside me. 9 No wonder my heart is glad, and I rejoice.My body rests in safety.10 For You will not leave my soul among the deador allow Your holy one to rot in the grave.11 You will show me the way of life,granting me the joy of Your presenceand the pleasures of living with You forever. Psalms 16