Mike Singenstreu

“With my whole heart I cry; answer me, O LORD!I will keep your statutes. I call to you; save me, that I may observe your testimonies. I rise before dawn and cry for help; I hope in your words. My eyes are awake before the watches of the night, that I may meditate on your promise. Hear my voice according to your steadfast […]

“Righteous are you, O LORD, and right are your rules. You have appointed your testimonies in righteousness and in all faithfulness. My zeal consumes me, because my foes forget your words. Your promise is well tried, and your servant loves it. I am small and despised, yet I do not forget your precepts. Your righteousness

Psalm 119:129-136 highlights the power and reliability of God’s Word, which brings light and understanding. This devotion explores the Psalmist’s deep longing for God’s commandments, his prayer for grace and guidance, and his profound sorrow for those who disregard God’s law. Discover the path to overcoming worldly confusion and finding steadfastness in God’s truth.

In Psalm 119:121-128, David reveals his struggles and his unwavering reliance on God. This devotion explores his plea for justice, his longing for God’s salvation, and his dependence on God’s steadfast love and Word.

Proverbs 16:2-3 reminds us that while our own ways may seem pure to us, the Lord examines our hearts. This devotion explores the importance of committing our work and plans to God, emphasizing that through acts of faith, particularly corporate worship, we find peace, hope, and the establishment of His will in our lives. Discover the blessings that come from prioritizing gathering with God’s people in His house.

Psalm 119:113-120 reveals a powerful commitment to God’s law and a stark rejection of double-mindedness. This devotion delves into the Psalmist’s declaration of love for God’s Word as his refuge and shield, contrasting it with the danger of those who stray.

Explore Psalm 119:97-104 and David’s deep love for God’s law. Discover why His word is “sweeter than honey,” bringing wisdom, understanding, and delight.

Today is St. Patrick’s Day, who was a man, a missionary, a priest and a follower of Christ, concerning all accounts, who went to Ireland to proclaim the gospel of Christ. Some of His writings speak of his experiencing the shoreline of Ireland. He was so moved by its beauty that he was convinced further of the Creator’s work and his need to not only to worship Him more but it stirred his compassion and desire to make sure these “wild” peoples came to know Him as well.

In a world echoing with unrest, the prophet Zephaniah’s urgent call to “gather together” resonates deeply. This devotion explores Zephaniah 2:1-3, highlighting the importance of corporate repentance and seeking the Lord, righteousness, and humility as a unified body of believers. Discover how God’s “may be” offers profound security and hope.

Statements like this…“Forever, O LORD, your word is firmly fixed in the heavens. Your faithfulness endures to all generations; you have established the earth, and it stands fast. By your appointment they stand this day, for all things are your servants.” are hard for us to get our heads around since everything in this world changes…nothing stays the same from our limited perspective.  But here David is reminding himself and us where the strength of his faith comes from… a Word that never changes…never has and never will…just like the God who created is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow.