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Confidence in God During Crisis

23 Thursday Oct 2025

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Today’s Devotion from Psalms 365 by David Kitz

Reading: Psalm 3

Listen to Psalm 3 as read by Jonathan Dent:

A psalm of David. When he fled from his son Absalom.
LORD, how many are my foes!
How many rise up against me!
Many are saying of me,
“God will not deliver him.”
But you, LORD, are a shield around me,
my glory, the One who lifts my head high.
I call out to the LORD,
and he answers me from his holy mountain.
I lie down and sleep;
I wake again, because the LORD sustains me.
I will not fear though tens of thousands assail me on every side.
Arise, LORD! Deliver me, my God!
Strike all my enemies on the jaw;
break the teeth of the wicked.
From the LORD comes deliverance.
May your blessing be on your people (NIV). *

Reflection
When do you most need God?

The answer to that question is easy—when I’m in deep trouble. It’s natural to call out to God when I’m in some great or urgent need. A returning veteran from the First World War said it best, “There are no atheists in the trenches. When the artillery shells start exploding to the right and left even unbelievers discover how to pray.”

The context of Psalm 3 is of great significance. David finds himself in the midst of a life-threatening tragedy. He is fleeing from his palace in the nation’s capital because his son is conspiring to murder him and seize the kingdom from his hands. Here is the great delta—the extreme low point in David’s life.

How does David respond? With utter confidence in God! Yes, he calls out to the LORD for deliverance, but he does so with complete assurance that God will answer. There isn’t the slightest hint of doubtful desperation in his voice. Having prayed to the LORD, he boasts in his ability to sleep, because he knows God will answer.

How could David be so confident—so self-assured? David’s assurance rested entirely on the LORD, not on himself. David had a wealth of experience with God. In his mind, the LORD was tried, tested, and true through the ups and downs of life.

He knew something we need to know. God will come through. He will bring salvation and deliverance!

Response: LORD God, save me from all my troubles. I put my confidence in you. You reach down to me at the low points in my life. You have never abandoned me. I give you thanks in advance. Amen.

Your Turn: Take a moment to reflect on the goodness of the LORD. Has He saved you from deep trouble in the past?

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Thank God for peace in Israel and Gaza,
and continue to pray for peace to return to Ukraine and Russia!

Volume I of Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer won the Best Book of the Year Award from The Word Guild and Volume II has won the Best Devotional of the Year Award. For those who love God’s word, this three-book series is an ideal way to daily meet with the Lord. To purchase or for a closer look click here.

Coming soon…

James—the brother of Jesus—who was this man? What evidence do we have that this “brother of our Lord” even existed?

David Kitz digs deep into archeology, family dynamics, church history, and the biblical texts. What emerges from his research is a portrait of a decisive, pivotal leader who embodied the will and character of Jesus Christ.

But how did James—James the unbeliever—transform to become a leader who changed the course of world history? In these pages you will uncover the answer and rediscover for yourself the life-changing power of the gospel.

For the Healing of the Nations

21 Tuesday Oct 2025

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Today’s quote and prayer from
“Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer”
Today’s Reading: Psalm 1

Dear Lord Jesus,
thank you for your sacrifice.
Help me to always remember
you are the true source of my righteousness.
At your prompting,
help me to rid myself
of the worthless chaff in my life.
Wind of God,
blow on me.
Water of life,
refresh my soul.
May I be fruitful,
Lord, for you.
Amen.

— — — —

Early morning mist on the Ottawa River — photo by David Kitz

Then the angel showed me
the river of the water of life, 
as clear as crystal, 
flowing from the throne of God
and of the Lamb
down the middle of the great street of the city.
On each side of the river
stood the tree of life, 
bearing twelve crops of fruit,
yielding its fruit every month.
And the leaves of the tree
are for the healing of the nations.
No longer will there be any curse. 
The throne of God
and of the Lamb will be in the city,
and his servants will serve him.
They will see his face, 
and his name will be on their foreheads.
There will be no more night. 
They will not need the light of a lamp
or the light of the sun,
for the Lord God will give them light. 
And they will reign for ever and ever.
(Revelatian 22:1-5 NIV)*

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Thank God for peace in Israel and Gaza,
and continue to pray for peace to return to Ukraine and Russia!

Volume I of Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer won the Best Book of the Year Award from The Word Guild and Volume II has won the Best Devotional of the Year Award. For those who love God’s word, this three-book series is an ideal way to daily meet with the Lord. To purchase or for a closer look click here.

New from David Kitz

James—the brother of Jesus—who was this man? What evidence do we have that this “brother of our Lord” even existed?

David Kitz digs deep into archeology, family dynamics, church history, and the biblical texts. What emerges from his research is a portrait of a decisive, pivotal leader who embodied the will and character of Jesus Christ.

But how did James—James the unbeliever—transform to become a leader who changed the course of world history? In these pages you will uncover the answer and rediscover for yourself the life-changing power of the gospel.

 

In Him Was Life

17 Friday Oct 2025

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Today’s quote and prayer from
“Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer”

Today’s Reading: Psalm 149:6-9

LORD God,
I want to grow in my love
for your word.
Help me to use it wisely
and deftly to the advance of your Kingdom.
Lord Jesus,
you are the living word.
Help me gain victory
over spiritual forces that oppose me.
Amen.

— — — —

In the beginning was the Word, 
and the Word was with God, 
and the Word was God.
He was with God in the beginning.
Through him all things were made;
without him nothing was made
that has been made.
In him was life, 
and that life was the light of all mankind.
The light shines in the darkness,
and the darkness has not overcome it.
(John 1:1-5 NIV)*

Para la publicación de Salmos 365 de hoy en español haga clic aquí.

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Thank God for peace in Israel and Gaza,
and continue to pray for peace to return to Ukraine and Russia!

Volume I of Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer won the Best Book of the Year Award from The Word Guild and Volume II has won the Best Devotional of the Year Award. For those who love God’s word, this three-book series is an ideal way to daily meet with the Lord. To purchase or for a closer look click here.

Coming soon…

James—the brother of Jesus—who was this man? What evidence do we have that this “brother of our Lord” even existed?

David Kitz digs deep into archeology, family dynamics, church history, and the biblical texts. What emerges from his research is a portrait of a decisive, pivotal leader who embodied the will and character of Jesus Christ.

But how did James—James the unbeliever—transform to become a leader who changed the course of world history? In these pages you will uncover the answer and rediscover for yourself the life-changing power of the gospel.

 

Righteousness, Peace and Joy

14 Tuesday Oct 2025

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Today’s quote and prayer from
“Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer”

Today’s Reading: Psalm 148:7-12

LORD God,
let your Holy Spirit be active among us.
Help us to love and serve you
and those around us.
Help me to bring a little bit of heaven—
a little bit of your will, purpose,
and goodness to the earth today.
Amen.

— — — —

Therefore do not let what you know is good
be spoken of as evil.
For the kingdom of God
is not a matter of eating and drinking,
but of righteousness,
peace and joy in the Holy Spirit,
because anyone who serves Christ in this way
is pleasing to God
and receives human approval.
(Romans 14:16-18 NIV)*

Para la publicación de Salmos 365 de hoy en español haga clic aquí.

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Thank God for peace in Israel and Gaza,
and continue to pray for peace to return to Ukraine and Russia!

Volume I of Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer won the Best Book of the Year Award from The Word Guild and Volume II has won the Best Devotional of the Year Award. For those who love God’s word, this three-book series is an ideal way to daily meet with the Lord. To purchase or for a closer look click here.

A gripping read from David Kitz.
Is a return-to-Jesus revival possible in our time?
This book points the way forward.

Enter into His Gates with Thanksgiving

13 Monday Oct 2025

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Today’s quote and prayer from
“Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer”

Today’s Reading: Psalm 148:1-6

LORD God,
give me a heart that is eager to praise you—
even in hard times—
especially in hard times.
Your constant care for us does not change.
Let my praise for you be just as constant.
Jesus, 
your love sustains me.
Amen.

— — — —

A Psalm of Thanksgiving.

 Make a joyful shout to the LORD, all you lands!
Serve the LORD with gladness;
Come before His presence with singing.
Know that the LORD, He is God;
It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves;
We are His people and the sheep of His pasture.

Enter into His gates with thanksgiving,
And into His courts with praise.
Be thankful to Him, and bless His name.
For the LORD is good;
His mercy is everlasting,
And His truth endures to all generations.
(Psalm 100 NIV)*

Happy Thanksgiving Day to all my Canadian readers.

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Thank God for peace in Israel and Gaza,
and continue to pray for peace to return to Ukraine and Russia!

Volume I of Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer won the Best Book of the Year Award from The Word Guild and Volume II has won the Best Devotional of the Year Award. For those who love God’s word, this three-book series is an ideal way to daily meet with the Lord. To purchase or for a closer look click here.

Coming soon…

Your Servant Is Listening

10 Friday Oct 2025

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Today’s quote and prayer from
“Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer”

Today’s Reading: Psalm 147:19-20

LORD God,
I need a greater revelation of you.
When you show yourself to me,
I am changed.
Come, Lord Jesus.
Invigorate my life.
Help me to know you better.
Speak deeply to my heart,
and my mind.
Amen.

— — — —

A third time the LORD called, “Samuel!”
And Samuel got up and went to Eli and said,
“Here I am; you called me.”

Then Eli realized that the LORD was calling the boy. 
So Eli told Samuel,
“Go and lie down, and if he calls you, say,
‘Speak, LORD, for your servant is listening.’”
So Samuel went and lay down in his place.

The LORD came and stood there,
calling as at the other times,
“Samuel! Samuel!”

Then Samuel said,
“Speak, for your servant is listening.”
(1 Samuel 3:8-10 NIV)*

Para la publicación de Salmos 365 de hoy en español haga clic aquí.

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Please pray for peace to return to Israel, Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine!

Volume I of Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer won the Best Book of the Year Award from The Word Guild and Volume II has won the Best Devotional of the Year Award. For those who love God’s word, this three-book series is an ideal way to daily meet with the Lord. To purchase or for a closer look click here.

A gripping read from David Kitz.
Is a return-to-Jesus revival possible in our time?
This book points the way forward.

The Wells of Salvation

08 Wednesday Oct 2025

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Today’s quote and prayer from
“Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer”

Today’s Reading: Psalm 147: 8-12

LORD God,
I am thankful
that you are my supplier.
You provide for all my needs
and many of my desires as well.
Your grace is abundant.
Jesus,
you are my salvation
and source of joy.
Amen.

— — — —

Songs of Praise

In that day you will say:

“I will praise you, LORD.
    Although you were angry with me,
your anger has turned away
    and you have comforted me.
Surely God is my salvation;
    I will trust and not be afraid.
The LORD, the LORD himself,
is my strength and my defense;
    he has become my salvation.”
With joy you will draw water
    from the wells of salvation.
(Isaiah 5:1-3 NIV)*

Para la publicación de Salmos 365 de hoy en español haga clic aquí.

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Please pray for peace to return to Israel, Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine!

Volume I of Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer won the Best Book of the Year Award from The Word Guild and Volume II has won the Best Devotional of the Year Award. For those who love God’s word, this three-book series is an ideal way to daily meet with the Lord. To purchase or for a closer look click here.

A gripping read from David Kitz.
Is a return-to-Jesus revival possible in our time?
This book points the way forward.

So That Christ May Dwell in Your Hearts

07 Tuesday Oct 2025

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Today’s quote and prayer from
“Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer”

Today’s Reading: Psalm 147:4-7

LORD God,
I can’t begin to fathom your greatness.
You are far too wonderful for me.
I don’t deserve a moment of your thoughts.
But you did so much more.
You sent Jesus.
Thank you for your creation
and your great redemption.
Amen.

— — — —

For this reason I kneel before the Father, 
from whom every family in heaven
and on earth derives its name. 
I pray that out of his glorious riches 
he may strengthen you with power 
through his Spirit in your inner being, 
so that Christ may dwell
in your hearts through faith.
And I pray that you,
being rooted and established in love, 
may have power,
together with all the Lord’s holy people, 
to grasp how wide and long |
and high and deep is the love of Christ, 
and to know this love
that surpasses knowledge—
that you may be filled to the measure
of all the fullness of God.
(Ephesians 3:14-19 NIV)*

Para la publicación de Salmos 365 de hoy en español haga clic aquí.

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Please pray for peace to return to Israel, Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine!

Volume I of Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer won the Best Book of the Year Award from The Word Guild and Volume II has won the Best Devotional of the Year Award. For those who love God’s word, this three-book series is an ideal way to daily meet with the Lord. To purchase or for a closer look click here.

A gripping read from David Kitz.
Is a return-to-Jesus revival possible in our time?
This book points the way forward.

Help the Weak

06 Monday Oct 2025

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Today’s quote and prayer from
“Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer”

Today’s Reading: Psalm 147:1-3

LORD God,
heal my hurts
so I can help heal the hurts of others.
I pray that your people will find comfort
in your word.
May your words bring health and healing.
You are worthy of praise,
heavenly Father.
Amen.

— — — —

 And we urge you,
brothers and sisters,
warn those who are idle and disruptive,
encourage the disheartened,
help the weak,
be patient with everyone. 
Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong,
but always strive to do what is good
for each other and for everyone else.
(1 Thessalonians 5:14-15 NIV)*

Para la publicación de Salmos 365 de hoy en español haga clic aquí.

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Please pray for peace to return to Israel, Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine!

Volume I of Psalms 365: Develop a Life of Worship and Prayer won the Best Book of the Year Award from The Word Guild and Volume II has won the Best Devotional of the Year Award. For those who love God’s word, this three-book series is an ideal way to daily meet with the Lord. To purchase or for a closer look click here.

A gripping read from David Kitz.
Is a return-to-Jesus revival possible in our time?
This book points the way forward.