Category Archives: dependence upon God
understanding
Psalm 119:89-176 Numerous times in this passage, the psalmist prays for understanding. Understanding will keep his soul alive (144, 175). Here is a believer, and a disciple. He does not simply trust the LORD for some future destiny, he clings … Continue reading
teach me
Psalm 119:1-88 Lammdeni – Teach me. The psalmist repeats that plea eleven times in this psalm – seven times in this section. He is convinced that there is a purpose for life, but that he will not learn that purpose … Continue reading
God’s solution
Isaiah 30:18-32:20 The prophet’s words to his people predict a disaster that will befall the land, destroying the power of Assyria, and showing that Egypt cannot be relied on for help either. After the disaster comes, peace will once again … Continue reading
Posted in dependence upon God, discernment, encouragement, peace, trust
Tagged Isaiah 30, Isaiah 31, Isaiah 32
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precious
Psalm 116 The psalmist reflects on his past difficulties – how he prayed for God to rescue him from death, and God responded and did just that. He concludes that to the LORD, the death of his saints is precious. … Continue reading
from where God looks
Psalm 113 From where God looks, we are all lowly. He looks far down on the heavens because his glory is above the heavens. Those we deem as the greatest of earth are poor and needy compared to him. This … Continue reading
a firm and steady heart
Psalm 112 This wisdom psalm contrasts two hearts. The heart of the wicked desires selfish things, and those desires will perish with it. If he sees a righteous man honored, he gets angry. Why? The heart of the righteous fears … Continue reading
Posted in commitment, contentment, dependence upon God, faithfulness, obedience, trust
Tagged Psalm 112
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silent before our accusers
Psalm 109 David’s recourse when unjustly accused was to turn to prayer, trusting God to right the wrong. He trusted the LORD to condemn those who wrongfully condemn him. Jesus did the same. He called on us to love our … Continue reading
false hope
Isaiah 19-20 It would have been embarrassing to see the great prophet walking around naked and barefoot for three years. The people probably thought that he had finally lost it – that he had gone utterly mad. All this time … Continue reading
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Tagged Isaiah 19, Isaiah 20
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grant us help
Psalm 108 A nation fully aware of their insufficiency pleads for God to grant them help against their foe. His greatness extends beyond their border, even above the heavens. With him they shall do valiantly, because it is he who … Continue reading
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Tagged Psalm 108
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bad record
Psalm 106 The psalmist praises God for delivering his people over and over again, even though they have not lived up to the standard of his faithfulness. Over and over the Israelites have despised his deliverance and acted unfaithfully. They … Continue reading
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