Our psalm today looks at the verses 81-88 of Psalm 119. Verses that struggle with patience and timing. Verses that reflect a person who is struggling with the way things are going in this world as they patiently (or impatiently wait) for God to act. Continue reading Psalm 119: Kaph
What does “Mighty God” mean to the people of Judah back in 700 BC? What does it mean for you and me in 2020? And ultimately, how is Jesus Christ our “Mighty God”? In today’s podcast we will dive into the meaning behind the word, the context for the people of Judah, and the truth that it’s still completely relevant today. Continue reading Isaiah 9:6 Jesus Christ, Our Mighty God
Our psalm reflection this weeks piggybacks off of the previous 8 verses as we look at God’s response to breaking his law. A reminder that God afflicts because he faithfully loves. But what we ALSO get is this understanding that this is more than me. That in God’s faithfulness is about us and others too. Continue reading Psalm 119: Yodh
On this first day of Advent we look at Isaiah’s attributive name for Jesus Christ as “Wonderful Counselor.” A title that meant so much then and one that SHOULD mean so much to you and I today. Continue reading Isaiah 9:6 Jesus Christ, Our Wonderful Counselor
Our psalm reflection comes from verses 65-72 of Psalm 119 and really touch upon this word “affliction” and the reasoning behind it. Do we believe in a vindictive angry God? Or a loving and kind one who wants only the best for us? Continue reading Psalm 119: Teth
In today’s podcast I have a conversation with Pastor Joy Englesman as she shares about her working through this text. Not only what it means, but what it meant and what it ULTIMATELY means for us. Continue reading Matthew 11:28-30 Bread and Butter
Our Psalm reflection today looks at “Heth” (vs 57-64) and the psalmist declaration that the Lord is their “portion.” Portion? What in the world does that even mean? Continue reading Psalm 119: Heth
