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Psalm 24, Part 6/10: “The Justified Generation of Seekers”

In this Davidic psalm, God’s ownership over all creation is established in the opening verses (24:1-2), and then the question of who can ascend to meet with God is asked (24:3).  Those who worship and fellowship with God are those … Continue reading

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Psalm 24, Part 5/10: “The Blessing of Righteousness”

After declaring that God is the owner and maker of creation (Psalm 24:1-2), David addressed the question of who can meet with God for worship (Psalm 24:3).  Only the person who entrusts himself to God can be assured of fellowship … Continue reading

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Psalm 24, Part 4/10: “Trust and Obey”

In this fourth installment of our walk through Psalm 24, we arrive at v. 4.  David has just posed the question of who can abide in the presence of God and offer true worship (v. 3).  Now David gives the … Continue reading

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Psalm 24, Part 3/10: “The Most Important Question”

Psalm 24 has a threefold structure which exalts God as Creator (vv. 1-2), as holy (vv. 3-6), and as King (vv. 7-10).  In our 10-part series of this Davidic psalm, we now arrive at v. 3. 24:3 “Who shall ascend … Continue reading

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Psalm 24, Part 2/10: “A Cosmic Temple Established By God”

In Psalm 24, vv. 1-2 teach that God is the Creator.  While v. 1 asserts his ownership of all things, v. 2 makes explicit his creation of the world. 24:2 “for he has founded it upon the seas and established … Continue reading

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Psalm 24, Part 1/10: “The Earth Belongs to Yahweh”

Over the course of 10 posts, we will look at each verse of Psalm 24.  By way of brief overview, this psalm has 3 divisions, each of which teach a truth about God: vv. 1-2: God is CREATOR vv. 3-6: … Continue reading

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Snow in 49 States

On January 11, there was snow in 49 states, with the exception of Florida. This reminds me of Psalm 147:15-17, which affirms God’s control of the weather: “He sends out his command to the earth; his word runs swiftly.  He … Continue reading

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God is Knitting My Baby

“For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb” (Ps 139:13). God has not entrusted the formation of life into anyone else’s hands.  His mighty hands are tender, knitting with care the baby in a … Continue reading

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