You grant man relief from trouble. For the wicked, pits are secure. Your men won’t be rejected. Your inheritance is sure. Judgment will be founded upon Righteousness, honesty, and truth. And all the upright in heart Will follow it from their youth. Who will rise up for me and fight? Who will stand against evil…
Author: ruthbillingsley
Facing Evil Days
Psalm 94:1-12 O Lord, the God who chastises, O God, who avenges, shine true. Rise up, O Judge of the earth. Pay back to the proud their due. How long will the wicked, O Lord, Be jubilant while in their sin? They pour out arrogant words. They boast while crushing Your men. They murder Your…
Our Help in 2022
Divine Protection I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where comes my help, my rescue? It comes from the Lord, the Maker Of heaven and earth, ever true. True to His word, always faithful. He’ll watch over you and will keep Your feet from slipping or falling And will neither slumber nor sleep….
Morning at ‘Akaka Falls
Why Me? See the earth’s expanse. The thought is so great. In God’s own timing, He spoke to create. Today, here I am In this universe, With stars and planets, Which God dispersed. Did He think of me When He made this place? Did His love shine bright On His perfect face? Did He send…
Beauty From Ashes
Jesus has come for the broken-hearted: To bind them up in His peace; To give freedom for captives And from the darkness release. Jesus has come to proclaim His favor, His comfort for all who mourn; Giving hope for all who grieve And a crown instead of scorn. A crown of beauty instead of ashes;…
Child of God
A Child was born To a virgin, Mary, The Holy Spirit Inside to carry. The angel spoke, Appearing in a dream. Do not be afraid, For God will esteem. She’ll have a Son; Jesus will be His name. He will save people From their sin and shame. All this was done, Prophecy to fulfill, Given…
Jesus is the Light
Jesus is the Light; No need to be blind. Follow Him each day, Salvation to find. Jesus is the Light As we walk life’s road. Trust Him to help us To carry our load. Jesus is the Light To help us to see A dark, hurting world That He can set free. We can be…
Journeys of Faith
Old Testament Poetry My latest book “Journeys of Faith” became available on November 28. It can be purchased online at Amazon or Barnes and Noble. I have included poetry and historical drawings of each of the 39 books in the Old Testament. I pray you will be inspired by reading “The Widow’s Oil” from 2…
Give Thanks to God
Psalm 100 God Is Good Shout for joy to the Lord. Shout for joy all the earth. Gladly serve the Lord, And display His great worth. Come now with joyful songs, And know that He is Lord. It is He who made us, Not of our own accord. We are the Lord’s people. We are…
Your Word is a Lamp
Psalm 119:105-112 Your word is a lamp To my feet today, A light for my path To shine on my way. I’ve taken an oath. To it I’ll be true. Your righteous judgments And laws get me through. For I’ve suffered much So, preserve my life By Your holy word For I endured strife. Accept…