The specific situation which prompted David to write this Psalm is not known. However, from the text it is clear that he was facing difficulty and oppression from others as he requested specific help from the Lord. It is also clear he was not hopeless, as he continually came back to worship the Lord... Continue Reading →
Romans 14.1-12
Paul wrote to the church at Rome of interpersonal relationships and our tendency to judge others. In this, he exhorted that we first look at ourselves; to consider our own actions, thoughts, and intentions. Being called to be holy, to live in a manner that pleases the Lord, it is good to spend time... Continue Reading →
Luke 1. 26-45
The angel Gabriel was sent to Mary, informing her she had been chosen by God to be the bearer of the Christ Child. This was an amazing moment, an unusual occurrence, a time like no other. Mary’s initial response of fear was quickly put to rest by the angel who told her she had... Continue Reading →
Psalm 73.1-26
From the psalmist’s perspective, the wicked prospered and the righteous suffered. It didn’t make sense. As God’s people, they expected to be the one’s prospering while the wicked struggled. But it was different; the wicked had mocked the righteous as they questioned the true presence of Israel’s God. “But when I thought to understand... Continue Reading →
John 6.1-15
On the shore of the Sea of Galilee Jesus “went up on the mountain and there he sat down with his disciples” (John 6.3). He spent time alone with them until a large crowd gathered. Seeing the people, Jesus had compassion on them and began to teach them “many things” (Mark 6.34). As evening... Continue Reading →
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