My friends and companions stand aloof from my plague, and my nearest kin stand far off. Those who seek my life lay their snares; those who seek my hurt speak of ruin and meditate treachery all day long.

Satan is always snapping at my heels, looking for a weak spot to attack my witness and ministry. He plots and schemes but You, O Lord, are with me, even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort and protect me.

Today's readings in the Psalms:

Morning: Psalm 12

Mid-day: 119:65-72

Evening: Psalm

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