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Psalm 25:9 “He leads the humble in what is right and teaches the humble his way”The idea of being teachable comes up for me a lot. May we always be willing to be learners and have ears to hear what … Continue reading →

Psalm: 22:1  – My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? The opening words of this Psalm have become so familiar to us from Jesus’ use of them from the cross. It is difficult for us to separate them … Continue reading →

“The law of the Lord is perfect.” – Psalm 19:7. God’s existence is clear from looking at things like the sun (vv.1-6). What can escape the sun’s light? This is what theologians call general revelation. The words special revelation are … Continue reading →

“The Lord thundered from heaven; the voice of the Most High resounded.” Psalm 18:13. We have difficulty imagining God in awe-inspiring terms. God becomes a more a familiar friend than a holy God. God is our helper and friend, but … Continue reading →

“For the Lord is righteous, he loves justice.” – Psalm 11:7 And yet Paul writes in 2 Corinthians 5:21 that Christ became sin for us so that we might become the righteousness of God. If we accept his salvation, God … Continue reading →

Psalm 3:6: “I am not afraid.”We are solid like that planted tree when our confidence is in the only one worthy of that confidence. Psalm 4:8 – “I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O Lord, … Continue reading →

So many of the Psalms are laser-focused on the individual: God deals with us on a deeply personal level. We will also read Psalms that focus on the worshipping community. Psalm 2 is a royal song, which focuses on kings … Continue reading →

Psalm 1 also in some versions says “happy” instead of “blessed.” To be like a tree that yields fruit in its season isn’t really special. It’s normal like it’s just the way it’s supposed to be. It’s the way it’s … Continue reading →

Try reading the Psalms out loud. Songs and psalms were important parts of the oral tradition in Israel. Literacy was low. These songs and poems served many purposes: worshiping God, expressing emotions, teaching history and praying as a community. All … Continue reading →

For two whole years Paul stayed there in his own rented house and welcomed all who came to see him. He proclaimed the kingdom of God and taught about the Lord Jesus Christ—with all boldness and without hindrance! (Acts 28:30-31) Luke, the … Continue reading →