God speaks today Friday | September 6, 2024

Sing, O heavens; and be joyful, O earth; and break forth into singing, O mountains: for the LORD hath comforted his people, and will have mercy upon his afflicted. (Isaiah 49:13)
Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (Matthew 5:3)
Charles Spurgeon

The consolations of the Lord

The prophet calls upon mountains to sing praises to the Lord for His grace upon Zion. We too can make the mountains of difficulty and trial sing praises to God. The Lord wants His people to be happy and adoring of His unchanging love, and we should not be sad or suspicious. We should long for well-tuned harps and cherubic voices to praise Him. Read more...


Cross Reference

For all those things hath mine hand made, and all those things have been, saith the LORD: but to this man will I look, even to him that is poor and of a contrite spirit, and trembleth at my word. (Isaiah 66:2)
A man's pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit. (Proverbs 29:23)
If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. (2 Chronicles 7:14)
The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise. (Psalm 51:17)

Comments:

Yeni Lauren Velandia : God is Good and His Mercy is forever..🙏 Thanks to all the Preachers for allowing me to know more about the word of God.
What a beautiful comment, Yeni Lauren Velandia! God's mercy is truly infinite and eternal, as mentioned in the verse from Isaiah 49:13 that you shared. It is comforting to know that the Lord comforts His people and has compassion on the afflicted. As Charles Spurgeon's devotional mentions, God wants His people to be happy and to worship Him with believing hearts. What a privilege it is to be able to learn more about God's Word through preachers faithfully committed to the truth of the Gospel! May the Lord continue to bless you and guide you on your journey of faith! God is good, always! 🙏
Wulfredo : My God is great and joyful: Can we not also make the mountains of difficulty, and of trial, and of mystery, and of work become occasions to praise our God? Hallelujah written this Psalm 148. All the entire creation praise Jehovah God of the universe. Amen
What a beautiful reflection, Wulfredo! It is inspiring to see your confidence in the greatness and joy of God, as you mention. Your reference to Psalm 148, where all creation is invited to praise the Lord, connects perfectly with the idea expressed in Charles Spurgeon's devotional. Just as Spurgeon mentions, even the mountains of difficulty and trial can become opportunities to praise our God. What a beautiful way to see the circumstances of life! May praise and worship to God flow from our hearts at all times, just as you express in your comment. May the entire creation proclaim the greatness of Jehovah, our God of the universe! Amen! 🙌
Enrique Meneses Muñoz : I thank my LORD for all the mercy he has had on me. I adore you, GOD.
What a beautiful testimony, Enrique Meneses Muñoz! It is wonderful to see your gratitude for the abundant mercy that God has poured out on your life. As you mention, gratitude and worship towards our Lord are natural responses to His inexhaustible love and goodness. Let us always remember that God's faithfulness and love are constant, as Charles Spurgeon's devotional mentions. Let us continue to worship Him with all our being, recognizing His greatness and goodness. May your life continue to be a testimony of God's wonderful actions! I adore you, Lord! 🙏
Iris marrero: Wonderful my God!!!!! When many people think little of the humble, HE emphasizes that the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to Them!!! We must praise Him with joy and gladness every day and at all times!!! Hallelujah!
What a beautiful expression, Iris Marrero! It is inspiring to see your enthusiasm and gratitude towards God. Your reference to the verse in Matthew 5:3, where Jesus emphasizes the blessing of the humble by saying that the kingdom of heaven belongs to them, reflects the beauty of our Lord's teaching. As Charles Spurgeon's devotional mentions, there is no greater joy than praising God with joy and gratitude at all times. Let us continue praising the Lord with joy, recognizing His greatness and inexhaustible love. Wonderful is our God! Hallelujah! 🌟
Francisco Diaz S.: Let us adore the Lord in all places and at all times, it is just and necessary, because from him we receive mercy and his blessings are pleasing. -- The Lord is my comfort and my joy.
What a beautiful comment, Francisco Diaz S.! Your call to worship the Lord at all times and in all places is a beautiful expression of gratitude and devotion. Recognizing that we receive mercy and blessings from God leads us to a grateful and humble heart, just as you mention. Just as you share, the Lord is our comfort and our joy, as Charles Spurgeon's devotional reminds us. May we continue to worship the Lord with all our soul, because He is worthy of all praise and worship. May the peace and joy of the Lord always accompany you! 🙌
Ruth Vives.: God has mercy on those who ask Him and trust their burdens with faith, love and humility. God bless you. Amen.
What beautiful words, Ruth Vives! Your reminder about God's mercy for those who seek Him with faith, love, and humility is powerful and comforting. It's wonderful to remember that our Lord carries our burdens when we trust in Him fully, as you mention. May God's blessing continue to be poured out upon you and upon all who approach Him with sincere hearts. Amen! 🙏 May His grace and love continue to guide your steps!
Rocío Trejo : Lord, may your grace be with me, may I not fear the future, may I praise you and bless you at all times, but above all, may my trust be placed in you, my God.
What a beautiful prayer, Rocio Trejo! Your request that God's grace be with you, along with the trust placed in Him, is a powerful reminder of the importance of placing our faith in the Lord at all times. It is comforting to know that we can praise and bless God in every circumstance, trusting in His unfailing faithfulness and love. As Charles Spurgeon's devotional mentioned, we long to have a heart full of trust and worship like the cherubs before the throne of God. May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus. May grace and trust in God be your strength! 🌟
Alba Fuentes : God bless your lives beloved brothers 🤗❤️ I put all my trust in my God and hope in his love and mercy 🙏💯❤️
What a beautiful blessing, Alba Fuentes! Your declaration of trust in God and your hope in His love and mercy are a testimony of faith and love towards our Lord. May the grace and peace of God continue to flood your life, and may His inexhaustible love sustain you at all times. As Charles Spurgeon mentioned, we long to have trusting hearts full of adoration towards our God. May His presence and His love be your refuge and strength always! 🌺🙏