Pleasing God, Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

Psalms

The God Who Never Will

PSALM 77:7–9 – “Will the Lord spurn forever, and never again be favorable? Has his steadfast love forever ceased? Are his promises at an end for all time? Has God forgotten to be gracious? Has he in anger shut up his compassion?” Selah” Today’s scripture comes from a very moving Psalm. It was penned by a godly man named Asaph.  Some Bibles…

The Supreme Goal In The Christian Life

PSALM 73:25 – Whom have I in heaven but you? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides you.” Quick, pop spiritual quiz. Two questions only.  No time to think it over. Respond immediately to this question, “What is our supreme goal in the Christian life?” and then this one, “How is the supreme goal in the Christian life measured…

How To Enjoy The Lord’s Blessings

PSALM 16:8-11 – I have set the LORD always before me; because he is at my right hand, I shall not be shaken. Therefore my heart is glad, and my whole being rejoices; my flesh also dwells secure. For you will not abandon my soul to Sheol, or let your holy one see corruption. You make known to me the path of…

Life’s Ultimate Purpose

PSALM 27:8 – You have said, “Seek my face.” My heart says to you, “Your face, LORD, do I seek.”.   Here is a simple question. It is one which at one point or another in a person’s life will likely be asked. It may come at various times.  During seasons of grief, loss, or some other difficulty, we may ask, “Why?…