Part 1–Psalm 18:1-29–Is the Lord God your rock or do you see Him as your lap dog? In this psalm, David addresses the mighty, powerful, good God. He hears our cries and He acts on our behalf.
Part 1–Psalm 18:1-29–Is the Lord God your rock or do you see Him as your lap dog? In this psalm, David addresses the mighty, powerful, good God. He hears our cries and He acts on our behalf.
Lamentations 1 Whether it is sin that has been committed against us or sin that we ourselves have committed against others, the effects of sin are devastating and real. Loss of moral moorings. Loss of freedom. Loss of power. Loss of reliable support systems. What can we do about sin and its effects? Cry out…
Lamentations 1:1-3; Jeremiah 29:1-23 During the next several weeks of Black History month we will be focusing on a series we’re calling “Voices of Lament”. Lament is defined as the language of suffering and in this opening passage of the Book of Lamentations, the writer takes a harsh but realistic look at the condition of…
1 Peter 3:13-22 “Fanaticism–marked by excessive enthusiasm or uncritical devotion.” Is it necessary to be a fanatic to truly follow Jesus? Peter lists some steps to becoming a fanatic for doing good. He also reveals that the consequences for doing this might not be what you’d expect.
1 Peter 1:3-12 “Praise be to God…” “In this you greatly rejoice…” Peter encourages us to be excited about this great salvation given to us in Christ Jesus. In this short passage he lists some of the reasons why there is cause for rejoicing.
“Come, my children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the Lord.” David shares with us the wisdom he has gleaned from his experience. He summarizes: 1) Guard your tongue. 2) Live a repentant life. 3) Seek peace. This results in a life that receives the favor of the Lord.
Psalm 34; 1 Samuel 21:1-22:5 Humble David, though destined to be king of Israel, faced troubles and fears. But he put his trust in God and was able to testify, “I sought the Lord and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears.” Then David invited everyone to experience God’s faithfulness. “Taste and…