Heman the Ezrahite shared a contemplation that the Sons of Korah wrote into a psalm. His anguish is apparent as he cries out to God as His salvation. He determines to continue crying out, praying to God day and night. Why does he pray so determinedly? His soul is full of troubles, and he feels … Continue reading Anguish of Soul (Psalm 88)
The City of God (Psalm 87)
The Sons of Korah wrote this song to extol the glory of Zion. The writer speaks of Zion being the foundation of God's kingdom, that God loves the gates of Zion and that glorious things are spoken of the city of God. Although other cities may be named as the birthplace of various people, Zion … Continue reading The City of God (Psalm 87)
A Month of Love February 2017: Go! Love Your Family! Luke 15:11–24 (NKJV)
The Prodigal Family Characteristics of Members of the Prodigal Family Individualism Selfishness Arrogance Inconsideration Private Agendas Give Me My Portion 11 Then He said: “A certain man had two sons. 12 And the younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the portion of goods that falls to me.’ So he divided to them his … Continue reading A Month of Love February 2017: Go! Love Your Family! Luke 15:11–24 (NKJV)
David’s Prayer for Mercy (Psalm 86)
David writes his prayer asking God to hear him in his poor and needy state, and to preserve his life. His reasons are varied: He is holy, he cries to God all day long, David lifts up his soul to God, but mostly because God is merciful. David affirms his trust in God's fairhfulness to … Continue reading David’s Prayer for Mercy (Psalm 86)
Revive Us Again (Psalm 85)
The Sons of Korah begin this psalm with an acknowledgement that God has forgiven them and brought them back from captivity and into the promised land. God has turned away His wrath. The writer proceeds to ask God for restoration of their salvation. "5 Will You be angry with us forever? Will You prolong … Continue reading Revive Us Again (Psalm 85)
Persistence in Prayer for Your Family
Notes from a sermon by Dr. Greg Sloop, Lead Pastor of the Kannapolis Church of God, at the Western North Carolina Church of God Prayer Gathering on Wednesday, February 8, 2017 in the 9:30 am service. Philippians 4:6–7 (NKJV) 6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests … Continue reading Persistence in Prayer for Your Family
The Blessing of the House of God (Psalm 84)
The Sons of Korah wrote this psalm about the House of God. The writer begins: 1 How lovely is Your tabernacle, O Lord of hosts! 2 My soul longs, yes, even faints For the courts of the Lord; My heart and my flesh cry out for the living God. The joy found in the house … Continue reading The Blessing of the House of God (Psalm 84)
Prayer for Deliverance (Psalm 83)
Asaph writes a psalm here that is a prayer in light of the nation's apparent imminent danger from enemies. Asaph begins by asking God to act on Israel's behalf, because her enemies are plotting against the nation. He alludes to a confederacy of nations: Edom, Ishmaelites, Moab, Hagrites, Gebal, Ammon, Amalek, Philistia, Tyre, Assyria. Asaph … Continue reading Prayer for Deliverance (Psalm 83)
A Plea for Justice (Psalm 82)
This psalm of Asaph is a cry unto God for justice for the oppressed of Israel. He begins by playing up the lofty position of God among the gods. He then asks why He is showing partiality to the wicked. The next stanza moves into a plea for God to defend the poor and fatherless, … Continue reading A Plea for Justice (Psalm 82)
Plea for Israel’s Repentance (Psalm 81)
Asaph here provides a song calling the people to response to God's greatness. He begins by asking for a joyful shout (noise) to the Lord. He then moves into a call for a solemn assembly to recount the acts of God in delivering Israel from Egypt and removing the burden from their shoulders. God calls … Continue reading Plea for Israel’s Repentance (Psalm 81)
Devoted To You 