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June 23 — Psalm 130

Posted on June 22, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

SCRIPTURE: Psalm 130 OBSERVATION: As the Psalmist approaches the temple (God), he becomes more aware of His guilt, and experiences godly sorrow (2 Corinthians 7:8-13). Even though he knows he is not worthy of God’s acceptance, he refuses to let go of God’s mercy, and “waits” deep in his soul for God’s pardon and acceptance. God is to…

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Cancer Relay For Life

Posted on June 22, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

Here are some pictures from the Hope Church Team that participated in the Relay for Life at the Port Perry Fairgrounds (June 1-2). Our team won the “team spirit” award! Congratulations!!!  [rockyou id=74288608&w=600&h=200]

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June 22 — Psalm 129

Posted on June 21, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

SCRIPTURE: Psalm 129 OBSERVATION: The psalmist is reflecting on how much he suffered, and thanks God for not being totally defeated, even though it was really difficult. The “curse” of vv.5-8 needs to be heard in light of the cruelty of the oppressors. The Psalmist is essentially wishing their own cruelty on their oppressors. ‘May you…

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Bible Readings (July)

Posted on June 21, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

This month we are reading through: Acts 6-12, Obadiah and Galatians. 1. Acts 6:1-7 ? 2. Acts 6:8-15 ? 3. Acts 7:1-16 ? 4. Acts 7:17-34 ? 5. Acts 7:35-50 ? 6. Acts 7:51-8:1 ? 7. Acts 8:2-8 ? 8. Acts 8:9-25 ? 9. Acts 8:26-40 ? 10. Acts 9:1-19a ? 11. Acts 9:19b-31 ? 12. Acts 9:32-43 ? 13. Acts 10:1-23a ? 14. Acts 10:24b-48 ? 15. Acts 11:1-18 ? 16. Acts 11:19-30…

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June 21 — Psalm 128

Posted on June 21, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

SCRIPTURE: Psalm 128 OBSERVATION: This Psalm expresses the foundational truth that those who put God first will ultimately prosper and succeed. It uses the idea of “blessing” from that day (a happy, healthy and large family, and a long life with grand-children) to express this. Different people will have different ideas of blessing, but they are…

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June 20 — Psalm 127

Posted on June 20, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

SCRIPTURE: Psalm 127 OBSERVATION: This Psalm expresses the vanity of ‘going it alone’, striving to succeed in our own strength. We do need to ‘build’ and ‘watch’, but it is pointless unless we are relying on Him to establish our efforts (Psalm 90:17). The Lord grants sleep (or provides, see note) for those He loves (i.e. trust…

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June 19 — Psalm 126

Posted on June 18, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

SCRIPTURE: Psalm 126 OBSERVATION: When the pilgrims returned from captivity in Babylon to Israel, they were overjoyed. But their joy is incomplete as long as the nation remains weak and desperate, the temple a sorry sight compared to its original glory (see Haggai 2:1-9). As the pilgrims ascend the hills to the temple, they go with tears…

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June 18 — Psalm 125

Posted on June 18, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

SCRIPTURE: Psalm 125 OBSERVATION: Still ‘ascending’ the hills around Jerusalem, going to the temple for one of the 3 festivals, those surrounding mountains are a reminder to the pilgrim that even though the wicked have the upper hand in the land, even though those who turn away from God toward crooked ways seem to prosper, God is…

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June 17 — Psalm 124

Posted on June 17, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

SCRIPTURE: Psalm 124 OBSERVATION: This psalm urges people (twice) to publicly declare how much God has helped them, what they were up against (flood, raging waters, torrent) and what would have happened if God didn’t intervene. Say it out loud, let everyone hear about it: Our help is in the name of the LORD, the Maker…

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June 16 — Psalm 123

Posted on June 16, 2007November 8, 2023 by Norm

SCRIPTURE: Psalm 123 OBSERVATION: It is interesting that even though the writer is being treated with contempt by the proud and arrogant (vv.3-4), he still humbles himself before God as a slave before his master, or a maid before her mistress. How do we see ourselves before God? See Luke 17:7-10 for another picture of how people…

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