Reading in Psalm 119 and these thoughts for applications came to mind: In particular Psalm 119:129-136. Eight Things to Pray for New Disciples That they would know the wonder of the word of God and delight in obedience. (vs. 129) …………“Your testimonies are wonderful; Therefore my soul observes them.” … More 8 Things to Pray for New Believers
There are endless fascinations to be found in Psalm 119. It is an acrostic psalm. It is the longest psalm. Nearly every verse mentions the word of God. Study the word “affliction” some time. After that you might try looking at the word “meditate” (see also “desire”, “delight” and other words associated with cherishing the … More The Six “I am” Statements of Psalm 119
(Part of the “Poetry Project”) The poet’s of Israel knew that the heart of Israel was forgetful. It has ever been so. The people of God have leaky souls. Pre and post resurrection, the Church, the Israel of God, since the ascension have suffered from the same malady. It is one of the reason that … More Training the Heart to Remember
A Call to Worship on the 25th morning of April Volume 1, Day 4 Read Psalm 119:41-48 “The lovingkindness of the Lord greets us this morning. His salvation is ours this morning because of the blood of the cross and the power of the resurrection. Rise with a smile of joy in your spirit We … More A Call to Worship for April 25th
Yes. Instead, do what the Bible tells you to do. Meditate on it. Here’s a link to a short article that will tell you why and I couldn’t agree more. (Link) And here is another brief meditation on the how the psalmsist views himself. He doesn’t see himself as someone who studies the word of … More Stop Studying the Bible?
Friday is for Discipleship Random thoughts on Psalm 119 Psalm 119:18 “Open my eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of your law.” Does this word not imply that my eyes are closed and blind to the beauty and wonder of His word? What can closed eyes see? NOTHING! They can distinguish nothing, not even … More When You KNOW You Don’t Measure Up
She was being interviewed on National Public Radio (NPR). An American actress playing the mother of a special needs child in a new play from London now touring the USA. The play is getting rave reviews as it explores the inner workings of a 15-year-old boy whose parents love, but can’t touch because of his … More Days Without Grace
Sunday Musings The following quote comes from Richard Sibbs, but it was shared with me by Roger Knowlton. Roger is one of the men from TEAM 500, a group of pastors of the Evangelical Free Church of America who serve churches between 500 and 1000 souls. Two weeks ago, I was able to spend three days … More Bringing a Man from Nature to Glory
Wednesday is for Heart Songs “I am” declarations in Psalm 119: “I am a stranger in the earth” vs. 19 “I am the companion of all those who fear You” vs. 63 “I am Yours” vs. 94 “I am exceedingly afflicted” vs. 107 “I am Your servant” vs. 125 “I … More Being Small and Despised Isn’t So Bad
Sunday Afternoon Musings The reformer Martin Luther described the Christian spiritual life as consisting of three primary operations under the guidance of the Spirit. In Latin, those three operations were, Oratio, Meditatio, and Tentatio – Prayer, Meditation, and Struggle/Affliction. The disciplines of prayer and meditation over the word of the living God is pretty straight … More Affliction: How a Good God Loves His People (Sometimes)
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