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Since today is Wednesday, we’ll be reading from the book of Psalms, and we’ll read chapters 108-110. I’ll give you a brief introduction to each chapter, then after the reading, I’ll have some comments. After the reading, I’ll have some comments for you. And of course I’ll have an “On This Date In Church History” segment for you, too. I’m calling today’s episode “Decide In Advance.”  

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Comments on Psalms 108

David begins this psalm with a declaration: I am determined, O God! I will sing and praise you with my whole heart.

Many years ago I read the book "Experiencing God" by Henry Blackaby. It changed my life. Truly. In this book, the author made this point: Decide in advance that no matter what God asks you to do, your answer will be YES. That's an easy decision if you trust God and believe that He will only ask you to do something that will ultimately be good for you, and will further His kingdom. 

Another way to put it is: Be determined that whatever God asks you to do, your answer will be YES.

David, in the opening verse says: I am determined, O God! I will sing and praise you with my whole heart. I can't think of a better way to say it. No matter what happens, Lord, I will sing and praise you with my whole heart. 

David closed the psalm with: By God’s power we will conquer; he will trample down our enemies.

When we are His, when we cling to Him, He will bring us victory. There are battles in life; no one gets through life without them. But we need not fear if God is with us. Surely, heartbreak will come our way, but we need not be defeated. Through the darkest times, we can and we must trust God, and continue to be determined to sing and praise Him with our whole heart.

Today's Bible Translation

Bible translation used in today's episode: Ch. 108-109 NET; Ch. 110 NKJV

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Steve Webb 0:09Coming to you from Riverside, California, this is the Lifespring family Audio Bible and podcasting since 2004. I am your OG God caster Steve Webb, welcome. It's really great to see you today. This is the daily show where we're reading through the entire Bible in a year. If you're new to the show, welcome. I'm glad you stopped by and I hope you like what you hear. We don't have listeners here we have family, the Lifespring family and family participates. I welcome your emails, your comments. And if you find value in the show, I welcome your support. It's kind of like a family potluck dinner when everybody brings something the dinners better. So stick around for a while and see if the show adds to your day and your life. My prayer is that it will and that you'll be back then is today's Wednesday, we'll be reading from the book of Psalms and we'll read chapters 108 through 110. I'll give you a brief introduction to each chapter. And then after the reading,