Category Archives: fear

being God’s dominion

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 114 While living in New Zealand, my wife and I visited a huge lamb farm.  We took a tour of the farm which consisted of riding in the back of a pickup truck and viewing thousands of sheep while … Continue reading →

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fearing and following

Posted on April 21, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 111 Fearing the LORD leads to studying his works, as revealed in his word.  Practicing his righteousness, in fear of his power, leads to a good understanding.  In this world of constant strife and debate, how can we know … Continue reading →

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destruction from the Almighty

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Isaiah 13-14 The day of the LORD will come for the powerful and oppressive Assyrians and Babylonians.  It will mean their destruction.  The king of Babylon thinks that he will arise to the heights of heaven (14:13).  In reality, Sheol … Continue reading →

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mightier than the waves

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

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 →

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righteous and faithful

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 85 This psalm comes from a people who have known the joy of the LORD’s forgiveness and restoration, and seek for it again.  They are confident that the LORD will restore them again because of two things, both of … Continue reading →

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non-stop

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Nehemiah 6 Nehemiah speaks here of numerous attempts to make him afraid.  The non-Israelite leaders of the land were themselves afraid that God would empower Nehemiah to lead a rebellion.  They also feared the policy against intermarriage which had been … Continue reading →

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a wrath belt

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 76 This psalm celebrates the destruction of Gentile warriors who dared to attempt invading Jerusalem.  It was not a celebration of human might, but a declaration of God’s defensive power.  He stripped the stouthearted warriors and reduced them to … Continue reading →

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in the time of old age

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 71 This is a song of an aging man, who has known much trouble but can testify that God has been his refuge all the way.  It is a plea for the LORD to keep supporting and comforting his … Continue reading →

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such a thing as this

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Ezra 7 Ezra finally shows up in the book with his name on it.  He thanks God for putting “such a thing as this” in the heart of king Artaxerxes.  Was it simply benevolence that God put on the king’s … Continue reading →

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secret strike

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 64 If you have ever been in a place where you fear some secret invasion, or an attack from some unseen enemy, you can appreciate the imagery here.  The enemy has found a place to hide and pounce when … Continue reading →

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