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Drink from the River of Pure Joy

January 9, 2018 Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith Comments 0 Comment

I love Psalms. My whole life fits in the book of Psalms. It confronts, consoles, and counsels me. And, yes, it lifts my spirit and encourages me to go on with God. It reminds me what is important, who is in charge and why it matters what I choose and how I live. The book of Psalms guides me to the river of pure joy. Your faithful love is priceless, God! Humanity finds refuge in the shadow of your wings….

The Transformative Power of Prayer

July 22, 2011 Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith Comments 3 comments

Have you experienced the transformative power of prayer? The book of Psalms is full of examples of transformation that happens while praying. How David started prayers full of self-pity or anger and ended up transformed during his prayer. Just compare the first and the last 10 verses of the Psalm 77 (MSG)! 1 I cried out to God for help; I cried out to God to hear me. 2 When I was in distress, I sought the Lord; at night…