PSALMS
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Psalms 70 and 71: 1 – 24
Psalms 71: 1 – 13
David prays that he might never be made ashamed of his dependence upon GOD. With this petition every true believer may come boldly to the throne of grace. The gracious care of Divine providence in our birth and infancy should engage us to early piety. He that was our Help from our birth, ought to be our Hope from our youth. Let none expect ease or comfort from the world. Those who love the LORD, often are hated and persecuted; men wondered at for their principles and conduct; but the LORD has been their strong refuge. The faithful servants of GOD may be assured that he will not cast them off in old age, nor forsake them when their strength fails.

OLD TESTAMENT
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Ruth 1: 19 – 2: 14
Ruth 2: 12
Under whose wings thou art come to trust.

This is the key verse in the book of Ruth. Even in the midst of great apostasy during the period of the Judges, GOD watched over those who clung to HIM with sincere trust and committed faith. The story of Ruth is the story of GOD’s providence and provision in the lives of all who trust in the LORD’s call in faith, so Ruth’s trust in the LORD caused her to leave her country and kindred in order to follow HIS redemptive purpose.

NEW TESTAMENT
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Philippians 1: 21 – 2: 11
Philippians 1: 27
Stand fast in one spirit.

The true essence of the unity of the Spirit consists of living in a worthy manner, standing firm in one spirit and purpose, striving side by side like warriors got the defense of the gospel according to apostolic revelation and defending the gospel truth against those who are enemies of the cross of CHRIST.