OUTSIDE LINE

Psalms 9:11

Sing praises to the LORD, who dwells in Zion! Tell among the peoples his deeds!

It was my first day at work. I was really very excited to call my parents to tell them that I was already accepted as a cadet engineer. Before I left the house that day, I asked them to pray for me that I be accepted for the position, whatever it is. And now, it’s my turn to advise them about the good news.

I noticed only one phone on the table. I picked it up and dial the number to our house. But nothing happened. I tried again but to no avail. I then observed a directory on the wall – and on it is written, “DIAL 9 for OUTSIDE LINE”. So, I pressed 9 and heard another dial tone and started dialing the number. It worked! I was able to call my mother and was very happy to tell her about my first day at work.

In the bible, one can also try dialing 9 by going to Psalm 9, where David expresses his exaltations, praises and gratitude to all the good things given to him by the Lord. Start talking to the Lord:

Ø I will give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart; I will tell of all thy wonderful deeds (v.1)

Ø I will be glad and exult in thee, I will sing praise to thy name, O Most High (v.2)

Ø For thou hast maintained my just cause; thou hast sat on the throne giving righteous judgment (v.4)

Ø Be gracious to me, O LORD! Behold what I suffer from those who hate me (v.13)

Ø For the needy shall not always be forgotten, and the hope of the poor shall not perish for ever (v.18)

Oh Lord Jesus, I reconnect with You. I believe You are God in the flesh, the Savior of the world. I believe You died for my sins and rose from the dead. I have been directing my own life, but now I surrender my life to You. I ask you to forgive me of my sin and be my Lord. Please change my heart. I choose to follow You. I want to be baptized, and receive your Holy Spirit. I want to be part of Your plan.

Hello, Jesus!