Scripture: Good and upright is the LORD; therefore, he instructs sinners in the way. He leads the humble in what is right and teaches the humble his way. All the paths of the LORD are steadfast love and faithfulness for those who keep his covenant and his testimonies. Psalm 25:8-10 ESV Observation: In Psalm 25, David seeks […]
Entering into His Glory
Scripture: Who shall ascend the hill of the LORD? And who shall stand in his holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not lift up his soul to what is false and does not swear deceitfully. Psalm 24:3-4 ESV Observation: This Psalm of David follows his well-known 23rd Psalm, which extols […]
From Lament to Praise
Scripture: Yet you are he who took me from the womb; you made me trust you at my mother’s breasts. On you was I cast from my birth, and from my mother’s womb you have been my God. Be not far from me, for trouble is near, and there is none to help. Psalm 22:9-11 ESV […]
Lovingly Adopted
Scripture: In love he predestined us for adoption to himself as sons through Jesus Christ, according to the purpose of his will, to the praise of his glorious grace, with which he has blessed us in the Beloved. Ephesians 1:5-6 ESV Observation: Regarding salvation, words like “election” and “free will” sadly divide denominations rather than unite. […]
Bearing Burdens
Scripture: Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. For if anyone thinks he is something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself. But let each one test his own work, and then his reason to boast will be in himself alone and not in his neighbor. For each will have to bear […]
Gentle Correction
Scripture: Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted. Galatians 5:1 ESV Observation: In his closing remarks of chapter 6, Paul provides a punchout list of how to walk in step with the Holy Spirit loving […]
