Psalms 18:33 He makes my feet like hinds' feet, and sets me upon my high places. The phrase above speaks of a secured possession for the believer. The phrase He makes my feet like hind’s feet, speaks of a deer, a strong foot and its swift speed beyond the predators reach, so shall be the believer. However, unlike the deer, which is still vulnerable, but the believer shall be set upon high places. Psalms 18:34 He teaches my hands to war, so that a bow of steel is broken by mine arms. As the previous exposition spoke of a secured possession or a position. Now, we gain further insight to the attributes of the believer of whom is living by faith. The phrase, He teaches my hands to war, this speaks of the believer dependent on God and the wisdom wherewith is shown in the believer toward oppositions and the enemies. Since it is God who teaches the believer, victory is secure and certain. The latter of the verse speaks of the bending or the breaking of a steel or a strong weapon. Which implies, you as a believer rendering those things that were meant to destroy you, but now incapable of inflicting any harm upon you. Psalms 18:35 Thou hast also given me the shield of thy salvation: and thy right hand hath holden me up, and thy gentleness hath made me great. Let us bring back to mind the first two verses. Verse 33 spoke of a secured possession and a step ahead of the enemies. Verse 34 spoke of divine wisdom and strength. Now, this verse, verse 35 puts the believer in a place of remembrance to humbly reflect on the reason for their being and the victories. Therein, we read, Thou hast given me the shield of salvation. Without salvation, our union with Christ unto the Father is nonexistent and the individual is exposed to the attacks of the enemy, but with salvation, the believer is held in greatness by the right hand of God. The right hand speaks of strength, furthermore, it is Christ who sits on the right hand of God the Father. Therefore, without Christ our Lord, the strength of God shall be absent in our lives, but with Christ all things good are possible to those who believe. Psalms 18:36 Thou hast enlarged my steps under me, that my feet did not slip. In conclusion of verse 36, we read; Thou hast enlarged my steps under me. This is contrary to a small feet, a small feet can walk, but it is likely to be obstructed. It could trip into a ditch or be entangled with obstacles in its path, but with a large feet; Your foot shall not plunge into a ditch, it shall cover over the ditch, neither shall it be entangled with the obstacles in its path, but it shall tread over it all with ease. The phrase also speaks of rest, as Christ our representative man overcame it all, so was King David in his prime, having defeated all of his enemies. And for every believer who follows, such is their assurance, like that of the cry of Jabez, another believer. Jabez prayed to the God of Israel, "Bless me, God, and give me much land. Be with me and keep me from anything evil that might cause me pain." And God gave him what he prayed for. 1 Chronicles 4:10 Therein, we say, Thou hast enlarged my steps under me, that my feet did not slip. That is to say, when God established you and blessed and enlarged you through prosperity, these things shall not slip from you. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow you all the days of your life. For you are dwelling in the house of God, forever. Amen. GIRDED WITH STRENGTH FOR SERVICE

The history of this day, Labor Day, goes back to the Industrial Revolution. With its roots going back to Great Britain, most of Europe and the United States. This was when the nations of the world produced more goods and machines efficiently than ever before. More goods became available at cheaper prices. Due to capitalism in the United States, citizens of the world left their countries for the U.S. in hope to work, earn and live the dream, and it was so. In 1886 President Grover Cleveland dedicated The Statue of Liberty to the immigrants coming to be a part of their new country. They were willing to work, learn the laws of the land and assimilate. Overtime workplaces saw transformations and improvement, before that unfortunately lives were lost, The Haymarket Riot. However, some brought with them socialist and anarchist ideas. Asserting that individuals and family who have worked and established themselves, ought to share their rightfully earned wealth with everyone. Then came the nationwide economic depression in 1893, giving further rise to the doctrine of socialism and anarchists. Among the voices was a high school dropout, Eugene V. Debs. An early perpetrator bent on demolishing the working middle class. Even the New York Times editorial referred to Debs as “a lawbreaker at large, an enemy of the human race.” Debs’ Rebellion turned into a national issue, interrupting the trains and mail services. Erupting violence, and the loss of lives. His followers demanded entitlement. They didn’t stop there, they continued through rioting, looting, and the burning of business, railroad cars, destroying an estimated $80 million worth of property in 27 states. (Sounds familiar?) The imprisonment of Debs for six months, made him more radical, during which time he voraciously read Karl Marx’s Das Kapital. History records Debs ran five times for the office of the U.S. President of the then Socialist Party of America, but he won zero electoral votes! Thereafter, he blames the system and opposes the electoral process. (Sounds familiar?) Gone are the days of Debs, but the idea remains. In 1979, Bernie Sanders praised Eugene Debs in a produced documentary, even at one point having the plaque of Debs in his office. Eugene Debs’ Socialist Party of America later broke off and began the Communist Party USA. Their political party ran multiple candidates for the office of the President of the United States, with zero success. Until they decided to support, join, and morph with what is now the Democrat Party. Know your history, to better understand how to associate with the present. Today, as we observe Labor Day, for the masses, you are not rich neither are you poor. You are the middle class, and the heart of the nation and your daily efforts are as the beats which give life to the body of this land. You aren’t lesser than your neighbor, nor are you better than others. But you are an individual. Think outside your upbringing. Think outside your community. Think outside your race. Think for yourself. Therein, you will know the truth and the Truth will make you free, and your labor will never be in vain. The Strive In Mutuality The Rise Of A World

The first Passover was observed around 1,400 BC, the night before the Israelites came out of their captivity. As “Easter” commemorates Christ’s Resurrection, may this day mark the transition for you, when you are free from those things that have held you back. At times, those things we desperately try to preserve are the very things that are preventing us from experiencing the change that we need. A seed has to let go of its hard exterior and be temporarily forgotten, until the outer shell is no longer an obstacle, then a new tender plant springs forth, and a new bountiful life begins. One became the ultimate sacrifice for all. Now, today all it takes is faith in Him. Lord, I can’t, but you can, help me. Help my doubts that I may believe. As Christ is risen, so shall you be risen above all your problems. Happy Easter. Tetelestai Τελέω IT IS FINISHED