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Category Archives: sovereignty of God
history is his story
Isaiah 41 The idols that the nations frantically build will be no match for the ruler God is sending to take his vengeance upon them. God is the first to tell them of this coming ruler (Cyrus), and he will … Continue reading
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
not silent
Psalm 115. God is there, and he is not silent, even though Israel’s enemies see him as non-existent because he is not represented by an idol. By making some noise — blessing and praising the LORD we can show … Continue reading
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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miracles in the land of Ham
Psalm 105 This psalm was a comfort for the Israelites who found themselves in exile in foreign lands, because it recalled all the times that the LORD defended, protected, and avenged Israel when they were in foreign lands among foreign … Continue reading
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the sovereign over situations
Psalm 97 The nations know all about their gods. There is no mystery that cannot be explained by the specialist, for a price. But the God of Israel is shrouded in darkness and mystery. The nations can manipulate their gods … Continue reading
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the ear planter hears, the eye former sees
Psalm 94 The psalmist cries out for the God of vengeance to wipe out his enemies, who wantonly attack and destroy his people and claim that God does not hear or see them. God planted the ear. He can hear. … Continue reading
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mightier than the waves
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
Hang him on that
Esther 7 The story of Esther’s intervention to save her people is not a story of revenge. It is a reminder to all those who would seek to do a great injustice that God has a way of turning treachery … Continue reading
for such a time as this
Esther 4 An enemy has convinced the king to make a decree that could result in the extermination of her people. Queen Esther is in turmoil. Interceding for her people could cost her life, because the law prohibits approaching the … Continue reading
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