The prophet spoke of coming judgment upon Judah; of the Lord’s working in their lives to draw them to Himself; of His prophets and their continued messages of repentance. But the people would not consider the past and listen to the words of the Lord; they would not return to following the Lord. “Thus... Continue Reading →

        In difficult times, facing trouble and affliction, feeling lonely and having the heaviness of heart, aware of his own inadequacies and failures, and being the target of his enemies, David prays. Knowing his weakness to endure all which is before him, knowing his lack of wisdom to make decisions which will lead to victory,... Continue Reading →

        Israel had been rebellious, forgetting the grace and love of the Lord; He brought them out of the land of captivity and established them in the land of promise. However, even though they had neglected the Lord to follow after their own selfish passions, the Lord, in His covenantal love, would never forget them;... Continue Reading →

               There are many things which can draw people away from the Lord as we are faced with the constant bombardment of temptations deceitfully seeking to lead us away from truth. The plight of wickedness, power, lust, immorality, materialism, and vain philosophies can grip at one’s heart and life. We can be deceived by the... Continue Reading →

               Psalm 138 is one of thankfulness and praise. David begins, “I will give thanks, O LORD, with my whole heart.” The “whole heart” is one which is fully dedicated, committed to the Lord; it is one which vigilantly resists all temptations of sin and diligently defends the truth of the Gospel. It is not... Continue Reading →