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Posts by D. Ray Davis

About D. Ray Davis
My name is D. Ray Davis, and I experienced terrible loss on February 18, 2019 when my wife died unexpectedly. It’s a story about lessons of hope learned on this long and difficult journey.
Trouble in Psalm 77 Is Answered by Remembering

Trouble in Psalm 77 Is Answered by Remembering

In the depth of pain, loss, and brokenness, it’s good to stop to consider the macro story. Consider the days of old and remember.
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July 29, 2024
The Humble of the Earth in Psalm 76 Fear Our Glorious God

The Humble of the Earth in Psalm 76 Fear Our Glorious God

If you’re facing loss, press into his safety to see him break the flashing arrows of pain that assault you.
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July 22, 2024
Lifted Above the Tottering Earth in Psalm 75

Lifted Above the Tottering Earth in Psalm 75

...he explains that the wicked will be brought down, cut off, and defeated. They are the ones on shaky, tottering ground.
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July 15, 2024
The King’s Covenant in Psalm 74 Overwhelms Dark Places

The King’s Covenant in Psalm 74 Overwhelms Dark Places

A covenant in a fallen world is a balm to hurting people. If we hold fast and do not turn back.
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July 8, 2024
Refusing Envy and Embracing Truth in Psalm 73

Refusing Envy and Embracing Truth in Psalm 73

When brokenness visits by delivering pain, loss, or death, it’s nearly impossible to make sense of it all.
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July 1, 2024
Messianic Blessing Delivers Enduring Peace in Psalm 72

Messianic Blessing Delivers Enduring Peace in Psalm 72

Looking forward to the reign of Messiah, he wants prosperity—blessing—to be given for the people. He wants to see the poor defended and the needy delivered.
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June 24, 2024
Continually Come to the Rock in Psalm 71

Continually Come to the Rock in Psalm 71

Our faithful Lord is our only hope. Truth be known, we have always leaned upon him, even when we didn’t know we were being sustained by him.
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June 17, 2024
Brokenness in Psalm 70 Gives Rise to an Urgency of Soul

Brokenness in Psalm 70 Gives Rise to an Urgency of Soul

Your focus becomes singular. You’re not easily distracted. A stake is hammered into the ground.
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June 10, 2024
From Deep Mire to Steadfast Love in Psalm 69

From Deep Mire to Steadfast Love in Psalm 69

This testimony of trust under duress attracts others. They see it, and they are glad. They seek God...
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June 3, 2024
Enemies Quake in Psalm 68 as the Righteous Sing Praises

Enemies Quake in Psalm 68 as the Righteous Sing Praises

Enemies are scattered, but the righteous are drawn to God. They exult in jubilant joy.
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May 27, 2024

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D. Ray Davis

My name is D. Ray Davis. I experienced terrible loss on February 18, 2019 when my wife died unexpectedly. Facing Loss is a story of experiences and lessons of hope born of the gospel and learned on this long and difficult journey. I’m retelling my story by chronicling journal entries written on my journey between February 2019 and August 2021. Learn more about Facing Loss.

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