As we continue to work our way through Psalm 119, remember that Sam Storms has a wonderful commentary on Psalm 119. Here is a quote: Although utterly and in all ways dependent on God for help, don’t overlook the fact that the psalmist repeatedly commits himself and “promises” to take action to learn, store up, … More Actively embrace the Word of God
Today we read 1 Kings 15-16. Here is some help from “For the Love of God, Volume 1, October 13,” by D. A. Carson FIRST AND 2 KINGS narrate the declining fortunes of both the northern and southern kingdoms. Occasionally there is a reforming king in one realm or the other. But on the whole the direction is downward. … More Declining Dynasties
June 10 Ephesians 5:1-21 (ESV) Walk in Love 5:1 Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. 2 And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. 3 But sexual immorality and all impurity or covetousness must not even be named among you, as is proper among … More June 10 Ephesians 5:1-21
June 10 Luke 3:21-38 (ESV) 21 Now when all the people were baptized, and when Jesus also had been baptized and was praying, the heavens were opened, 22 and the Holy Spirit descended on him in bodily form, like a dove; and a voice came from heaven, “You are my beloved Son; [1] with you I am well pleased.” [2] The … More June 10 Luke 3:21-38
June 10 Psalm 119:73-80 (ESV) 73 Your hands have made and fashioned me; give me understanding that I may learn your commandments. 74 Those who fear you shall see me and rejoice, because I have hoped in your word. 75 I know, O Lord, that your rules are righteous, and that in faithfulness you have afflicted me. 76 Let your … More June 10 Psalm 119:73-80
June 10 1 Kings 15-16 (ESV) Abijam Reigns in Judah 15:1 Now in the eighteenth year of King Jeroboam the son of Nebat, Abijam began to reign over Judah. 2 He reigned for three years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Maacah the daughter of Abishalom. 3 And he walked in all the sins that his father did before him, … More June 10 1 Kings 15-16
Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, and give no opportunity to the devil. Ephesians 4:26-27 (Today’s reading is verses 25-32) Six Goals of Satan in Getting You to Hold Grudges by John Piper 1. To Make Us Put Ourselves in the Place of God … More Piper: Six Goals of Satan in Getting You to Hold Grudges
Today we read Luke 3:1-20 in our read-through-the-Bible plan. Here are helpful words from John Piper, in a sermon, “John the Baptist and the Brood of Vipers”-
Incline my heart to your testimonies, and not to selfish gain!Psalm 119:36 Sam Storms Meditation on Psalm 119, Part 4
John Piper, in a sermon, “John the Baptist and the Brood of Vipers”, helps us understand Luke 3:1-20, our passage for today.
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