Category Archives: Bible

Samuel’s bargain

Posted on March 18, 2024 by Jefferson Vann

20240318 Samuel’s bargain 1 Samuel 12:19-25 (JDV) 1 Samuel 12:19 They pleaded with Samuel, “Pray to Yahveh your God for your servants so we won’t die! For we have added to all our sins the evil of requesting a king … Continue reading →

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the gift of the Jews

Posted on January 12, 2024 by Jefferson Vann

20240112 the gift of the Jews Psalm 147:12-20 (JDV) Psalm 147:12 Exalt Yahveh, Jerusalem; praise your God, Zion!Psalm 147:13 You see, he strengthens the bars of your city gates and blesses your children within you.Psalm 147:14 He endows your territory … 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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near

Posted on November 24, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231124 near Psalm 119:145-152 (JDV) Psalm 119:145 I call with all my heart; answer me, Yahveh. I will obey your prescriptions.Psalm 119:146 I call to you; deliver me, and I will keep your warning signs.Psalm 119:147 I rise before dawn … Continue reading →

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understanding

Posted on November 22, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231122 understanding Psalm 119:129-136 (JDV) Psalm 119:129 Your warning signs are miraculous; therefore I obey them.Psalm 119:130 Exposure to your word brings light and gives understanding to the inexperienced.Psalm 119:131 I open my mouth and pant because I long for … Continue reading →

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gold

Posted on November 21, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231121 gold Psalm 119:121-128 (JDV) Psalm 119:121 I have done what is just and right; do not leave me to my exploiters.Psalm 119:122 Guarantee your servant’s well-being; do not let the arrogant exploit me.Psalm 119:123 My eyes grow weary looking … Continue reading →

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firm

Posted on November 17, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231117 firm Psalm 119:89-96 (JDV) Psalm 119:89 Yahveh, your word is permanent; it is firmly fixed in heaven.Psalm 119:90 Your faithfulness is for all generations; you established the earth, and it stands firm.Psalm 119:91 Your judgments stand firm today, for … Continue reading →

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read the instructions

Posted on November 15, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231115 read the instructions Psalm 119:73-80 (JDV) Psalm 119:73 Your hands made me and established me; give me understanding so that I can learn your commands.Psalm 119:74 Those who fear you will see me and rejoice because I put my … Continue reading →

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yours, mine, and hours

Posted on November 12, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231112 yours, mine, and hours Psalm 119:49-56 (JDV) Psalm 119:49 Remember your word to your servant; you have given me hope through it.Psalm 119:50 This is my comfort in my misery: Your promise has given me life.Psalm 119:51 The arrogant … Continue reading →

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loving his commands

Posted on November 11, 2023 by Jefferson Vann

20231111 loving his commands Psalm 119:41-48 (JDV) Psalm 119:41 Let your covenant faithfulness come to me, Yahveh, your deliverance, as you promised.Psalm 119:42 Then I can answer the one who taunts me because I trust in your word.Psalm 119:43 Never … Continue reading →

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