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In the Secret Place: A Pilgrimage through the Psalms
For years, International Mission Board president Jerry Rankin has begun each day by reading and meditating on a Psalm. “The Psalms reveal the nature and character of God,” he explains. “The graphic, picturesque language evokes images that stir our emotions and strengthen our confidence. To know that God is our rock, our shield, our fortress and our strong tower all convey an understanding we need each day.”In the Secret Place gathers devotions and prayers written by Rankin for each of the one-hundred-fifty chapters in the book of Psalms. Personal yet universal, they reflect an openhearted journey of faith and deepening love for God to which the reader will aspire
352 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2009
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June 22, 2018
Blessed
What a wonderful journey through the Psalms! I have always loved the Psalms. Being a choir member most of my life, I loved seeing the inspiration for so many of our songs!
What a wonderful journey through the Psalms! I have always loved the Psalms. Being a choir member most of my life, I loved seeing the inspiration for so many of our songs!
December 31, 2016
I love the Psalms and Rankin's reflections have increased my love for them. Each reflection is a about a page long and ends with a short powerful prayer. Most Psalms he covers in the one reflection, however, the longer ones will be spread over a number of reflections. He brings a personal touch with his insights and in particular references his many overseas missionary adventures.
I read this along with the Keller's "The Songs of Jesus" over the course of 2016 and Rankin's was a wonderful accompaniment.The Psalms are so special and we are very blessed to be able to meditate upon them. Rankin's thoughts help embellish them in your heart and help the reader get a little taste of God's awesome character. Long may we praise Him for who He is!
Simply a wonderful book and if you're wanting to spend time in the Psalms grab yourself a copy as Rankin's thoughts will add further enlightenment.
I read this along with the Keller's "The Songs of Jesus" over the course of 2016 and Rankin's was a wonderful accompaniment.The Psalms are so special and we are very blessed to be able to meditate upon them. Rankin's thoughts help embellish them in your heart and help the reader get a little taste of God's awesome character. Long may we praise Him for who He is!
Simply a wonderful book and if you're wanting to spend time in the Psalms grab yourself a copy as Rankin's thoughts will add further enlightenment.
January 9, 2015
Very encouraging - loved it!
October 17, 2015
Didn't finish this. Did not enjoy the 'turn or burn' aspect of the daily devotional material. Not my cup of tea.
February 20, 2016
Wonderful journey through the book of Psalm.
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