Category: Read Through The Bible

[:en]A.  Life without God is futile: We need the Lord to build our house and watch over the city (v. 1) and grant us sleep (vs. 1-2) B.  Value the heritage and inheritance  from the Lord: “Sons are a heritage from the Lord, children a reward from him” (v. 3)  Children are a gift from… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalm 127[:]

[:en]The people were celebrating their deliverance from the Assyrian army.  It happened so quickly that they thought they were dreaming. (v. 1)  They rejoiced because the Lord had done great things for them and restored their fortunes (vs. 2-4).  Those who sow in tears will reap with songs of joy (v. 5) As a Christian,… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalm 126[:]

[:en]Mount Zion is stable and cannot be shaken. (v. 1)  Jerusalem is a fortress surrounded by the mountains. (v. 2)  Both designate stability and security.  Those who trust in the Lord is safe and secured in God’s hand.  God will do good to those who are upright in heart (v. 4).  But those who do… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalm 125[:]

[:en]If God is on our side, we are not afraid of men’s attack.  Life seems to drown us, but because God is for us, circumstances cannot devour us.  He will break the snare and let us escape like a bird. (v. 6) We have the promise of God’s protection.  Do not let the devil deceive… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalm 124[:]

[:en]When we lift our eyes to the Lord, we acknowledge his supremacy (vs. 1-2a).  When our eyes look to the Lord, he shows us his mercy (v. 2b).  He sustains us with the endurance from ridicule of the proud and contempt of the arrogant. (vs. 33-4)[:]

[:en]The Psalmist enjoyed going to the house of the Lord.  They praised the name of the Lord and prayed for peace of Jerusalem. Are you happy to go to church to worship God?  Do you praise the name of the Lord?   Are you praying for peace of our country and prosperity of our nation?[:]

[:en]God is our helper (v. 2( our watcher (v. 4) and keeper (v. 7).  We can lift our eyes to the hills with assurance of his help.  We can walk without slipping because He never slumber nor sleep.  The sun and the moon will not harm us because he watches us day and night.  He… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalm 121[:]

[:en]Not everyone in this world is a peacemaker.  Some people enjoy in making trouble.  The Psalmist found himself in a situation where he was surrounded by trouble makers.  So he called on the Lord to deliver him.  He said:  ” I am a man of peace” (v. 7) Jesus was the Prince of Peace.  He… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalm 120[:]

[:en]PE (vs. 129-136) His statutes are wonderful (v. 129) because it gives light and understanding (v. 130)  His commands direct our footsteps against sin.  His face will shine upon those who obey His precepts and decrees (v. 139)  But those who disobeyed His law will be sorrowful. TSADHE (vs. 137-144) The word “righteous” is the… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalm 119:129-176[:]

[:en]LAMEDH (vs. 89-96) God’s word is eternal.  It stands firm in heaven.  His laws endure forever.  His precepts preserve lives.  His statues give security and his commands are boundless . MEM (vs. 97-104) God’s word gives you wisdom (v. 98), insights (v. 99) and understanding (v. 100).  It is a practical guidebook for you to… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from Psalm 119:89-128[:]