Author Archives: Jefferson Vann

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About Jefferson Vann

Jefferson Vann is pastor of Piney Grove Advent Christian Church in Delco, North Carolina.

tears today, shouts tomorrow

Posted on December 4, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231204 tears today, shouts tomorrow Psalm 126:1-6 (JDV) Psalm 126:1 [A song of festival caravans.] When Yahveh restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like dreamers.Psalm 126:2 Our mouths were filled with laughter then, and our tongues with shouts of … Continue reading →

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an unopposed reign

Posted on December 3, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231203 an unopposed reign Psalm 125:1-5 (JDV) Psalm 125:1 [A song of festival caravans.] Those who trust in Yahveh are like Mount Zion. It cannot be shaken; it stays permanently.Psalm 125:2 The mountains surround Jerusalem and Yahveh surrounds his people, … Continue reading →

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hunter’s net

Posted on December 2, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231202 hunter’s net Psalm 124:1-8 (JDV) Psalm 124:1 [A song of festival caravans. Of David.] If Yahveh had not been on our side– let Israel say–Psalm 124:2 If Yahveh had not been on our side when people attacked us,Psalm 124:3 … Continue reading →

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eyes on the boss

Posted on December 1, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231201 eyes on the boss Psalm 123:1-4 (JDV) Psalm 123:1 [A song of festival caravans.] I focus my eyes on you, the one enthroned in the sky.Psalm 123:2 Like a servant’s eyes on his master’s hand, like a servant girl’s … Continue reading →

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praying for Jerusalem

Posted on November 30, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231130 praying for Jerusalem Psalm 122:1-9 (JDV) Psalm 122:1 [A song of festival caravans. Of David.] I rejoiced with those who said to me, “Let us go to the house of Yahveh.”Psalm 122:2 Our feet were standing within your gates, … Continue reading →

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the Protector

Posted on November 29, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231129 the Protector Psalm 121:1-8 (JDV) Psalm 121:1 [A song of festival caravans.] I focus my eyes on the mountains. Where will my help come from?Psalm 121:2 My help comes from Yahveh, the Maker of the sky and the land.Psalm … Continue reading →

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too long

Posted on November 28, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231128 too long Psalm 120:1-7 (JDV) Psalm 120:1 [A song of festival caravans.] In my distress, I called to Yahveh, and he answered me.Psalm 120:2 “Yahveh, rescue me from lying lips and a deceitful tongue.”Psalm 120:3 What will he give … Continue reading →

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lips, tongue, throat

Posted on November 27, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231127 lips, tongue, throat Psalm 119:169-176 (JDV) Psalm 119:169 Let my cry reach your face, Yahveh; give me understanding according to your word.Psalm 119:170 Let my plea reach you; rescue me according to your promise.Psalm 119:171 My lips pour out … Continue reading →

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about him

Posted on November 26, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231126 about him Psalm 119:161-168 (JDV) Psalm 119:161 leaders have persecuted me without cause, but my heart fears only your words.Psalm 119:162 I rejoice over your word like one who finds much treasure.Psalm 119:163 I hate and abhor falsehood, but … Continue reading →

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life

Posted on November 25, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231125 life Psalm 119:153-160 (JDV) Psalm 119:153 Look at my misery and rescue me because I have not forgotten your instruction.Psalm 119:154 Work my case and redeem me; give me life as you said you would.Psalm 119:155 deliverance is distant … Continue reading →

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