[:en]When David was being attacked by wicked and deceitful men, he felt the silence of God. This Psalm records another of King David’s ” Imprecatory Prayers”. He asked God to judge the man who lied about him, to condem his enemies’ prayer and take away his days and leadership (vs. 6-8). He also wanted God… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalms 109[:]
Author: Josephine Yu
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[:en]FIFTEEN-MINUTE CHALLENGE Dr. Charles W. Eliot, longtime president of Harward University compiled selections from books of history, science, philosopy and fine art into 50 volumes called The Harvard Classics. Each set of books included Dr. Eliot’s Reading Guide titled “Fifteen Minutes A Day” containing recommended selections of eight to ten pages for each day of… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (6/6/19)[:]
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[:en]WHAT DO WE WANT? When we come to Christ, we find our life in Jesus and we can fully enjoy our life with Him both now and forever. The law of the Spirit who gives life has set us free from the law of sin and death (Rom. 8:2) Our mind is now governed by… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (6/5/19)[:]
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[:en]David’s heart was steadfast. He trusted God’s love and faithfulness. He described God’s love as highter than the heavens and His faithfulness that reaches to the skies. Because of that, He sang to the Lord and made noise with harp and lyre. He praised the Lord and exalted Him above the heavens and let His… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalams 108[:]
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[:en]”Let them give thanks to the Lord for His unfailing Love and His wonderful deeds for me” was repeated 4 times (vs. 8, 15, 21, 31) Who are to give thanks? Travelers – They were hungry and thristy wandering in the desert. When they criued out to the Lord in their trouble, He delivered them… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalms107[:]
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[:en]PERFECT PEACE Jesus spoke words of peace to His friends after their last supper together. “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. (John 14:27). He was preparing them for the events that would soon follow: His death, resurrection, and the coming of the Holy Spirit. His peace is not similar to the… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (6/4/19)[:]
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[:en]God delivered Israelites from Egypt, but they forgot His mercy and ignored His counsel (vs. 6-23). He gave them manna but they lusted for meat. They worshiped a golden idol and when they reached the border of the Promised Land, they refused to go in (vs. 24-25). Later, they compromised with the heathen nations and… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalms 106[:]
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[:en]Here are the four mininum requirements for good spiritual heart: Praising the Lord Praying to the Lord Witnessing for the Lord Seeking His face. We also need to have a spiritual momeory about God’s works, His wonders, and His Word. God’s plan include sending Joseph to Egypt to preserve Jacob’s family against famine. He sent… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalms 105[:]
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[:en]The Psalm praises God for His greatness as the creator. His creations are: clouds (v. 3), winds (v. 4) ,earth (v. 5), waters (v. 6), thunder (v. 7), mountains and valleys (v. 8), springs (v. 10), beasts and wild donkeys (v. 11), birds (v. 12), grass and plants (v. 13), tress (v. 16), stork, goats,… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalms 104[:]
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[:en]SOMEONE TO TRUST It is hurting to be betrayed by someone whom we trust. Although wounds from others are real painful, Jesus has made genuine love possible. We can find healing by resting in His unfailing love and unconditional support. Jesus has made true love possible. May we also shre His love to others as… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (6/3/19)[:]