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10-24-2024 Psalm 33 v2022 Love and Truth Will Meet

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The Book of Psalms Chapter 33 V- 20 thru 22

20 Our soul waits for the LORD, he is our help and shield. 21 For in him our hearts rejoice; in his holy name we trust. 22 May your mercy, LORD, be upon us; as we put our hope in you.

Psalm 33:20-23 beautifully encapsulates the essence of trust and hope in the Lord: "Our soul waits for the Lord; He is our help and our shield. For our heart shall rejoice in Him, because we have trusted in His holy name. Let Your mercy, O Lord, be upon us, just as we hope in You." These verses serve as an emotional reminder of our daily yearning for God, a yearning that transcends mere words and manifests itself through our actions.

In the quiet moments of reflection, I find myself longing for a deeper connection with the Lord. Each day, I strive to immerse myself in Scripture, seeking His wisdom and guidance. As I meditate on His word, my heart is increasingly drawn towards those who are vulnerable and marginalized. Serving the least among us becomes not just a calling but a natural outpouring of my faith. The psalmist’s declaration of waiting upon the Lord resonates deeply within me; it signifies a commitment to act with patience and love, trusting in His providence.

Today, I had a profound encounter with a man named Justin outside the post office. He appeared weary, homeless, and jobless, yet his spirit held a glimmer of hope. As we spoke, he shared his simple desire for "a little something" to get a good meal. I felt compelled to connect with him on a deeper level, so I asked for his name and invited him to bow his head with me in prayer. Together, we reflected on Christ's love and compassion, and in that moment, it felt as though the weight of the world lifted for both of us. After our prayer, I shook his hand and handed him a $10 bill, but it was his radiant smile that truly struck me.

That moment of connection, the warmth of shared faith, and the gratitude reflected in his expression became more precious than anything I had experienced that day. It was a poignant reminder that sometimes the smallest gestures can create the most significant impact, illuminating the beauty of serving others and embodying Christ’s love in our everyday lives.

Every act of service, no matter how small, reflects my desire to honor God. Whether it’s feeding the hungry, comforting the lonely, or standing alongside the oppressed, I am reminded that these are the very acts that showcase our faith in action. As I extend mercy and compassion to others, I come to understand that in serving the least, I am serving Him.

Ultimately, Psalm 33 reinforces my belief that our lives are woven into a larger tapestry of divine purpose. By daily seeking the Lord through Scripture and serving those in need, I find fulfillment in knowing that my life echoes His love and mercy in a world that so desperately needs it. Amen.

Join me as we pray our daily prayer of forgiveness. The Lord’s Prayer.

At the Savior's command and formed by divine teaching, we dare to say:

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Deliver us, Lord, we pray, from every evil, graciously grant peace in our days, that, by the help of your mercy, we may be always free from sin and safe from all distress, as we await the blessed hope and the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ. For the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen.

I am sorry Lord. I believe You died and rose for me. Please forgive me as I forgive others. I share You as my Lord and Savior seeking to live your Will in all things. Prayers for wife Toni and my mother Betty pray for our children especially our two oldest Alexandra & Allen Son in Law Mark Stern; Julian, Gabriel and Jeffrey and our grandchildren Oliver, Julian and Elliott. We pray for those we’ve said we’d pray for and those who’ve asked us to pray for them. We pray for the dying as we do each day Lord give them peace in their last breath. We pray for Holy Mother Church. Our prayers for our niece Brittany. In Jesus Precious Blood by His Name we pray. Amen.

I am a poet obedient to Christ,

Catholic Evangelist Thomas Cruz†Wiggins

†Spirit led God inspired Christ fed†®

Ephesians 6:17-20

10-24-2024 Psalm 33 V-2022

**Love and Truth Will Meet**

Our souls await, in quiet trust,

For You, O Lord, our help, our must.

A shield of grace, You stand so near,

In every doubt, You calm our fear.

With hearts that long for joy to rise,

We lift our voices to the skies.

In holy name, our faith we claim,

Your mercy, Lord, forever reigns.

As morning light breaks through the night,

In every trial, You are our light.

We place our hope in You each day,

In love and service, guide our way.

O Lord, with hearts so full and free,

May we reflect Your love, we eternally see.

In every act, may grace abound,

In serving others, Your peace is found. Amen.

© Thomas Joe Cruz†Wiggins

October 24, 2024 @ 04:44 AM EST

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