Psalm 61.1-8 The setting for this psalm was likely when David had left Jerusalem, being ousted from the throne by his own son, Absalom. Feeling rejected, alone, and disregarded by family, as well as by those who had faithfully served with him, David cried out to the Lord, the only certainty he knew in... Continue Reading →
Pardoned by God
Micah 7.7-20 The prophet’s message is not unfamiliar: the people of God had sinned and there would be judgment; God would not, will not, overlook sin; there must be payment for all iniquity. However, there was hope for the people of Judah; God would preserve a remnant, a repentant people who would know His... Continue Reading →
Man’s Rebellion – God’s Desire
Hosea gives a sad commentary on the nation of Israel. There is no faithfulness or steadfast love, and no knowledge of God in the land (Hosea 4.1). The LORD says, I will return to my place, until they acknowledge their guilt and seek my face, and in their distress earnestly seek me (5.15). So, Israel... Continue Reading →
Never Quit
Acts 28.17-31 Paul never quit. Through varying difficulties, persecutions, imprisonment, storms, and rejection, he always remained bold for Christ. He knew Jesus had delivered him from the darkness of death; he knew the transformation of redemption, and was compelled to tell others; he knew the truth of God’s Word and the fulfillment of prophecies... Continue Reading →
Be Holy, for God is Holy
Leviticus 11.29-47 When reading the instructions to the many laws regarding offerings and sacrifices, we could be overwhelmed with the seeming impossibility of ever being able to fulfill all requirements. How the priests and people remembered all they were to do, when they were required to do it, and how it was to be... Continue Reading →
My Morning Desk 