Category Archives: dependence upon God

back to the camp safely

Posted on September 9, 2021 by Jefferson Vann

back to the camp safely Joshua 10:16-21 (JDV) Joshua 10:16 The five defeated kings had fled and hidden in the cave at Makkedah. Joshua 10:17 It was reported to Joshua: “The five kings have been found; they are hiding in … Continue reading →

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Sun, stand still

Posted on September 8, 2021 by Jefferson Vann

Sun, stand still Joshua 10:12-15 (JDV) Joshua 10:12 On the day Yahveh gave the Amorites over to the Israelites, Joshua spoke to Yahveh in the presence of Israel: “Sun, stand still over Gibeon, and moon, over the Valley of Aijalon.” … Continue reading →

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a slew of Amorites

Posted on September 7, 2021 by Jefferson Vann

a slew of Amorites Joshua 10:6-11 (JDV) Joshua 10:6 Then the men of Gibeon sent word to Joshua in the camp at Gilgal: “Don’t give up on your servants. Come quickly and deliver us! Help us, because all the Amorite … Continue reading →

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hurry up and wait

Posted on July 29, 2021 by Jefferson Vann

hurry up and wait Joshua 3:1-2 (JDV) Joshua 3:1 Joshua started early the next morning and left the Acacia Grove with all the Israelites. They went as far as the Jordan and stayed there before crossing. Joshua 3:2 After three … Continue reading →

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do not discard

Posted on June 27, 2021 by Jefferson Vann

do not discard Psalm 71:7-11 (JDV) Psalm 71:7 I am like a miraculous sign to many, and you are my strong refuge. Psalm 71:8 My mouth is full of praise and honor to you all day long. Psalm 71:9 Don’t … Continue reading →

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leaning on him

Posted on June 26, 2021 by Jefferson Vann

leaning on him Psalm 71:4-6 (JDV) Psalm 71:4 Deliver me, my God, from the power of the wicked, from the grasp of the unjust and oppressive Psalm 71:5 because you are my hope, Lord Yahveh, my confidence from my youth. … Continue reading →

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safe and saved

Posted on June 25, 2021 by Jefferson Vann

safe and saved Psalm 71:1 Lord, I seek refuge in you; let me never be disgraced. Psalm 71:2 In your justice, deliver and help me escape; listen closely to me and rescue me. Psalm 71:3 Be a rock of refuge … Continue reading →

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he listens to the needy

Posted on June 21, 2021 by Jefferson Vann

he listens to the needy Psalm 69:29-33 (JDV) Psalm 69:29 But as for me – poor and in pain – let your rescue protect me, God. Psalm 69:30 I will praise God’s name with song and exalt him with thanksgiving. … Continue reading →

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deep water times

Posted on June 15, 2021 by Jefferson Vann

deep water times Psalm 69:1-3 (JDV) Psalm 69:1 Rescue me, God, because the water has risen to my neck. Psalm 69:2 I have sunk in deep mud, and there is no footing; I have come into deep water, and a … Continue reading →

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like silver is refined

Posted on May 31, 2021 by Jefferson Vann

like silver is refined Psalm 66:8-12 (JDV) Psalm 66:8 Bless our God, you peoples; let the sound of his praise be heard. Psalm 66:9 He keeps us alive and does not allow our feet to slip Psalm 66:10 because you, … Continue reading →

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