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1 day ago · And the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together” (vv. 4–5). In other words, God’s prophets are to send forth “good tidings” to Zion and announce to its dispersed and afflicted inhabitants that God yet remains “your God,” that he “shall feed his flock like a shepherd,” and that he will gather them like “lambs with his arms” (vv. 9–11).
3 days ago · "Oh God, the nations have entered your sacred sanctuary; they have desecrated your holy temple." God has plans for those nations , in Psalm 87:3-4, which inspired the hymn "Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken, City of Our God," we are reminded that even the enemies of God can become as if born in Zion, and a list of formidable foes is mentioned.
23 hours ago · when we remembered Zion. 2 There we hung up our lyres on the poplar trees, 3 for our captors there asked us for songs, and our tormentors, for rejoicing: “Sing us one of the songs of Zion.” 4 How can we sing the Lord’s song on foreign soil? 5 If I forget you, Jerusalem, may my right hand forget its skill. 6 May my tongue stick to the roof ...
1 day ago · Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: — as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Ant. May the Lord build our house and watch over our city. Ant. 3 Blessed are those who fear the Lord. Psalm 128 Happiness of family life rooted in God “May the Lord bless you from Zion,” that is, from the Church ...
5 days ago · Zion is commanded to arise from her despondency, and to shine with the reflected glory of the LORD (ISAIAH 60:1). As the Gospel day began to dawn over the world with the birth of Jesus, some wise men arrived at the house of King Herod, seeking the One who was ‘born king’ (cf. Matthew 2:2 ).
23 hours ago · The Apostles’ glory let us sing; And all with hearts of gladness raise. Due hymns of thankful love and praise. ... Zion heard and was glad,
1 day ago · J. Jefferson Cleveland writes in Songs of Zion, “The Black Church is among the most vital institutions to Blacks in this country, and Black gospel is an important phase of that experience. It is a part of the Black heritage, therefore, its history must be taught, preserved, and respected.”
