Monthly Archives: May 2013
easy way
Psalm 141 The temptation to avoid danger by falling in with the schemers is addressed here. David wanted protection, but he would rather be put in danger himself than take the easy way out by becoming a schemer. He would … Continue reading
bloody garments
Isaiah 63-64 There is only one Messiah. He is a fearful king, whose coming will mean such slaughter of God’s enemies that he is pictured as having his robe covered in their lifeblood. Yet, this same Messiah is the only … Continue reading
Posted in atonement, forgiveness, grace, holiness, Isaiah, Jesus Christ, second coming
Tagged Isaiah 63, Isaiah 64
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it’s not paranoia when…
Psalm 140 It is not paranoia when they are really out to get you. David prayed to God with the full assurance that evil men were setting traps for him. He trusted God, but he still prayed for those traps … Continue reading
Posted in confidence, conflict, David, dependence upon God, discernment, prayer
Tagged Psalm 140
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unforsaken
Isaiah 61-62 Anyone who has ever known the cruelty and heartache of divorce can feel the message of Isaiah here. The LORD promises to un-forsake his people. He has not abandoned them. He tells them to get ready for his … Continue reading
Posted in future, Isaiah, relationship with God, second coming
Tagged Isaiah 61, Isaiah 62
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purpose
Psalm 139 The next big challenge that the enemy is hatching to destroy us is to teach our children that there is no real purpose to life. This psalmist has come to realize that life is all about the purpose … Continue reading
reversal
Isaiah 60 The land and people known for being afflicted, forsaken and hated will experience a reversal. It (and they) will be restored, beloved, and made beautiful and prosperous. In fact, the land and people of God will be made … Continue reading
his own arm
Isaiah 59 His nation was full of blind transgressors whose sins had separated themselves from him. So, God picks up his own armor, and brings redemption himself. This is the message of Romans 1-3. It is the story of a … Continue reading
here’s my hand
Psalm 138 If you have ever asked yourself why you go through so much trouble, and been tempted to feel like God has abandoned you… camp out here in Psalm 138. The psalmist was there, but he saw his days … Continue reading
being his answer
Isaiah 58. God said that his people sought him daily and delighted to know his ways, but their seeking — like their fasts — was pretentious. The fast was pure animistic ritual. They thought that if they only got … Continue reading
lost joy
Psalm 137 Singing the songs of Zion after its loss is where many people are today. Deep inside they have lost their reason for joy, and the world around them keeps asking them to sing. If you feel that loss, … Continue reading
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