by Harbor Nuʻuanu | Aug 15, 2020 | Daily Encouragement
READ PSALM 146 Blessed is he whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the LORD his God, (Psalm 146:5) In the Old Testament, God’s people have been tempted to trust in their surrounding nations when faced with invasion from their enemies. Whether...
by Harbor Nuʻuanu | Jul 31, 2020 | Daily Encouragement
READ PSALM 131 But I have calmed and quieted my soul, like a weaned child with its mother; like a weaned child is my soul within me. (Psalm 131:2) In this short psalm, David reminds us of our dependency on God. He begins with a rejection of pride. Hearts that are...
by Harbor Nuʻuanu | Jul 23, 2020 | Daily Encouragement
READ PSALM 121 To you I lift up my eyes, O you who are enthroned in the heavens! (Psalm 123:1) To “lift up one’s eyes” is to place dependence upon the person looked at. When a toddler sits in her highchair, she looks longingly at her mother to feed...
by Harbor Nuʻuanu | Jun 6, 2020 | Daily Encouragement
READ PSALM 76 But you, you are to be feared! Who can stand before you when once your anger is roused? (Psalm 76:7) When we think about the attributes and qualities of God, we tend to focus on His mercy, love or faithfulness. However, we may shy away from God’s...
by Harbor Nuʻuanu | May 23, 2020 | Daily Encouragement
READ PSALM 62 If riches increase, set not your heart on them. (Psalm 62:10) In a time where our state is experiencing great financial need, it is natural to think money is the ultimate solution. Money can be used for great good, providing food and shelter for people....
