An Advent Journey through Psalm 23: Have you ever wondered, “Why shepherds?” What’s the shepherds’ role in the Christmas narrative? Why did God choose these humble caretakers to witness the birth of the Messiah? In seeking out answers, we’ll find them today in an ancient, potentially unlikely source. We’ll explore the timeless wisdom found in Psalm 23, written by the shepherd David. From that text, we’ll widen our focus to discover the peace offered by our Good Shepherd, Jesus.
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Ask a Christian to place themselves in the David & Goliath account in Scripture. Ask them to use it as a metaphor for overcoming this coming year. Almost always, they will place themselves in David’s place, overcoming the giant, Goliath. And that’s where a false Gospel slips into that chapter. We take the place of Jesus in our own story!
In reality, we’re on the hill, looking down at the battlefield in fear. Only after Jesus has overcome and defeated our giants, can we run down to victory BEHIND Him!
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Looking at the lives of Moses, David and Jesus. This week, my mentor and I discussed character. The Oxford Dictionary defines character as “the mental
Read MoreGod Sent a Defender. If we wake up every morning, looking for validation from the people around us, it might last for a while. But eventually,
Read MoreIn 1 Kings, chapter 2, King David is on his death-bed. Photo Credit: shaggy359 via photopin cc As his time draws near, he gives some final
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I have learned a lot from being a father. Here’s a lesson I learned from my oldest son when he was 3 years old. To give some context, my wife had spent the weekend away, so my son and I got to have a few days of quality time together. God used him to teach me how obedience and dependency on Him are connected.
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The prosperous life that God offers has meaning, value and purpose. Relationships with God and with others are transformed. Decisions matter more, even the little ones. Fears and anxieties can be laid down. Joy and celebration can be fully embraced. Peace and rest are actually attainable.
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