Monthly Archives: April 2013
they heard his voice
Psalm 95 The Israelites heard God’s voice one day,and he said “keep going, I will sustain you.” But all their fear said “we have no water. “ Later, they heard his voice, and it said “take the land.” But their … Continue reading
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another Joseph
Esther 9-10 There are some clear parallels between the life of Mordecai and his ancestor Joseph. Like Joseph, Mordecai begins as a mere servant in a foreign land. Joseph received special revelation through dreams; Mordecai overheard a secret. Both men … Continue reading
the ear planter hears, the eye former sees
Psalm 94 The psalmist cries out for the God of vengeance to wipe out his enemies, who wantonly attack and destroy his people and claim that God does not hear or see them. God planted the ear. He can hear. … Continue reading
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saved to share
Esther 8 Mordecai had been rescued from the gallows so that he could make the decree that would allow his people to defend themselves from sure destruction. Just as Esther had been providentially placed so that she could make a … Continue reading
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mightier than the waves
Psalm 93 The LORD is king of the universe. He reigns, and his reign is a majestic one that will last for eternity. The trouble we encounter often tempt us to forget who he is. Troubles will come like a … Continue reading
Hang him on that
Esther 7 The story of Esther’s intervention to save her people is not a story of revenge. It is a reminder to all those who would seek to do a great injustice that God has a way of turning treachery … Continue reading
indoor plant
Psalm 92 I can picture a believer worshipping at the temple in Jerusalem on the Sabbath and thinking about his fate compared to that of unbelievers. They are like patches of grass, which flourish for a time, but are doomed … Continue reading
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well made plans
Esther 6 Reading stories like this reminds us of two things about God. He is sovereign over the affairs of men, and he sometimes shows that sovereignty by orchestrating events which turn the plans of men upside down. Those moments … Continue reading
safe in the center
Psalm 91 A loving and confident relationship with God is described here as a refuge. It is not a promise that no storms will come to our lives. It is a promise of a place to rest and a place … Continue reading
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the blindness of envy
Esther 5 Haman had many accolades. He admitted that himself. But he could see nothing but his envy of Mordecai. When his wife and friends suggested that he have a gallows made upon which to kill Mordecai, he could not … Continue reading
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