The book of Psalms covers the whole range of human emotions and experiences. This psalm is a word of comfort for those who may feel lonely, isolated, or abandoned in the world. God knows you intimately (omniscience) and is always present with you (omnipresence). Our own knowledge of other people is limited. We know some […]
Psalm 139:1-6 // God Knows You Read More »
We last saw Lot and his daughters when they were fleeing from Sodom and settling in the small town of Zoar. They were the only three survivors of God’s judgment on Sodom and Gomorrah. Lot’s Fear “Now Lot went up out of Zoar and lived in the hills with his two daughters, for he was
Genesis 19:30-38 // A Fearful Plan Read More »
We come this week to a difficult chapter of Scripture that exhibits God’s judgment on sin. We can’t simply skip over these events because they make us uncomfortable. Although they illustrate judgment, they also show God’s mercy toward His covenant people. The Angels Arrive in Sodom “The two angels came to Sodom in the evening,
Genesis 19:1-29 // Mercy for Imperfect People Read More »
As we rejoin Abraham and Sarah’s story, we find them still waiting for God to fulfill His promise of a son. Abraham is about one hundred years old, and Sarah is about ninety. The Lord Appears “And the Lord appeared to him by the oaks of Mamre, as he sat at the door of his
Genesis 18:1-55 // Trusting in God’s Promises as a Church Read More »
We are returning this spring to our studies in Genesis. Some people may not particularly enjoy the books of the Bible that present historical narrative; however, there are multiple reasons for us to spend time here. All of God’s Word is inspired and useful for instruction (2 Tim. 3:16). The history of God’s people is
Genesis 17:15-27 // Believing and Acting on God’s Promises Read More »
As we wrap up our studies in Proverbs for this year, we are reminded that God created the world with order, but sin has disordered it. Our relationships with God, others, and creation are all disordered. Those who belong to Christ are the first fruits of the new creation, a new kingdom of restored order.
Proverbs 13:12-19 // The Fulfilling Path Read More »