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And The Light Shineth In Darkness:Vance K. Jackson leads readers in the life-transforming devotional. You were sent by God to let His Light shine through you in dark places. Choose to let God’s Light radiate in everything that you both say and do. Let His Light shine through your countenance and communication. Let His Light be revealed through your work and through your character. Let God ...
A Practical Study of PSALMS: Meditations in Selected Psalms “Prayer & Praise Journal Collection One” Part I . STUDY NUMBER ONE - PSALM 1:1-6 NOTES. v. 1 Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers.
take it; yea, let him tread down my life upon the earth, and lay mine honour in the dust. Selah. 6 Arise, O LORD, in thine anger, lift up thyself because of the rage of mine enemies: and awake for me to the judg-ment that thou hast commanded. 7 So shall the congregation of the people compass thee about: for their sakes therefore return thou on ...
sheep loses its life, the shepherd is the one responsible. His name and vocation are at stake. The Psalmist is confident because the Lord, YAHWEH, will be true to His name. He is a just God. He is a covenant-keeping God. David is confident because the Lord’s reputation is at stake not his own.
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- THE AIM OF THIS STUDY
- CHARACTERISTICS OF HEBREW POETRY
- because he has known My name. (note line 1)
- The Lack Of Poetic Rhythm
- BACKGROUND MATERIAL ON THE PSALMS
- OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THIS PSALM
- OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THIS PSALM
- OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THIS PSALM
- FOR DELIVERANCE BY GOD (7)
- B. OF PRAISE TO GOD (8)
- 13)What does David attribute to the Lord? (8)
- OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THIS PSALM
- C. MAN’S RESPONSE (9)
- OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THIS PSALM
- OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THIS PSALM
- A. THE LORD IS HIS LORD (1-4)
- B. THE LORD IS HIS PORTION (5-6)
- C. THE LORD IS HIS STRENGTH (7-8)
- 8) Why does David bless the Lord? (7)
- 9) What had David done? What was the result? (8)
- 10)What was David’s attitude regarding the future? (9)
- 12)What will be found in God’s presence and at His right hand? (11)
- OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THIS PSALM
- A. DECLARED BY THE SKIES (1-4a)
- B. DEMONSTRATED BY THE SUN (4b-6)
- OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THIS PSALM
- GOD BE PRAISED! (22-25)
- B. GOD BE WORSHIPPED! (26-31)
- OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THIS PSALM
- OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THIS PSALM
- A. CONFIDENCE IN THE LORD (1-3)
- B. COMMUNION WITH GOD (4-6)
- A. PLEA FOR MERCY (7-10)
- B. PLEA FOR DELIVERANCE (11-12)
- A. DAVID PROPOSES TO INSTRUCT THE READER (8-9)
- B. THE VALUE OF TRUSTING IN THE LORD (10-11)
- OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THIS PSALM
- A. THE FUTILITY OF THE WICKED (9-17)
- A. DEPART FROM EVIL, DO GOOD, AND DWELL IN THE LAND (27-33)
- B. WAIT ON THE LORD AND KEEP HIS WAY (34-36)
- C. NOTE THE BLAMELESS AND UPRIGHT (37-40)
- OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THIS PSALM
- ILLNESS BECAUSE OF SIN AND GOD’S ANGER (3-10)
- B. MISTREATMENT BY FRIENDS AND ENEMIES (11-12)
- A. OTHERWISE ENEMIES WILL REJOICE (13-16)
- B. SORROW AND CONFESSION OF SIN (17-18)
- C. PERSISTENCE IN DOING GOOD (19-20)
- D. HIS PRAYER FOR FORGIVENESS AND RESTORATION (7-12)
- OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THIS PSALM
It is my prayer that as we study this book we will accomplish the following goals: Become more familiar with Old Testament poetry - This is essential to getting more out the Psalms, and important if we are to avoid misinterpreting them Develop an appreciation and working knowledge of the Psalms - So one may utilize them for his or her own comfort a...
Before we get into the background of the Psalms themselves, it may prove beneficial to consider some things about Hebrew poetry. Not only will this help to better understand the nature of the Psalms, but it can also assist in proper interpretation of this portion of Scripture. One of the things that makes Hebrew poetry different is...
It is often fascinating to note how creative the Hebrew poets were as they composed their poetry using “thought rhyme” rather than “word rhyme.” In some cases it even helps in interpreting difficult expressions or phrases. Another characteristic of Hebrew poetry is...
Much modern poetry has standard measures of identifiable rhythm, as in the poem “Mary Had A Little Lamb.” With the Hebrews, however, the art of poetic rhythm was of secondary consideration. Some suggest that it is not likely that the Hebrew poets had standard measures, worked out and carefully defined. Again, their focus was on “thought rhyme,” ...
Having examined some of unique characteristics of Hebrew poetry in general, let's now focus on the book of Psalms itself...
To examine the blessedness of the righteous, in stark contrast to the desperation of the wicked To note both the negative and positive elements that lead to the truly happy life To note four examples of parallelism that are indicative of Hebrew poetry
To note the Messianic nature of this psalm To consider its fulfillment as expounded by Jesus and His apostles in the New Testament To take comfort in knowing that the Messiah has ultimate control over world affairs
To note how historical events often served as the impetus for the writing of particular psalms To observe the use and possible meaning of the word “Selah” To consider how David trusted in the Lord to deliver him from his enemies
To arise and save him As God has done in the past Having struck his enemies on the cheekbone Having broken the teeth of the ungodly
Salvation belongs to God His blessing is upon His people
- Salvation and blessing to His people The Book Of Psalms
To consider a beautiful example of a hymn of praise To observe the use and possible meaning of the word “Gittith” To note man’s dominion over the earth when created by God, but also that he lost it and has now been regained by Jesus Christ
To praise God! For His excellent Name in all the earth!
To note the character of those whom God would have worship Him To be reminded of basic principles of righteous conduct required by God
To observe the use and possible meaning of the word “Michtam” To consider David’s trust in the Lord and his preference for God’s people To note the Messianic prophecy of the resurrection of Christ
An introductory plea... For God to preserve him For he has placed his trust in God The LORD is his Lord... His goodness is nothing apart from Him He delights in His saints, the excellent ones on the earth Those who hasten after another god... Their sorrows will be multiplied He will not offer their drink offerings of blood He will not take up their...
His inheritance and his cup Who maintains his lot... The lines have fallen in pleasant places He has a good inheritance
Whom he will bless for His counsel, and the instruction of his heart in the night seasons Whom he has set before him at his right hand, so he shall not be moved
For giving him counsel For giving him a heart that instructs him in the night seasons
He set the LORD always before him, at his right hand He will not be moved
- His heart was glad and his glory rejoices; his flesh also rests in hope
- Fullness of joy; pleasures forevermore The Book Of Psalms
To note two ways God has made Himself known to mankind To be impressed with the value of God’s revealed Will, i.e., the Word of God To be reminded of the need for sanctification, and not just forgiveness
The heavens declare God's glory The firmaments shows His handwork The days and nights speak of His knowledge Such speech is universal Its distribution is worldwide
The skies are like a tabernacle for the sun The sun passes through the skies Like a bridegroom coming out of his chamber Like a strong man rejoices in anticipation of his race The effect of the sun is universal From one end of heaven to the other Nothing is hidden from its heat
To note the messianic nature of this psalm fulfilled in the crucifixion of Jesus To be impressed with its literal fulfillment, and the insight it gives us into how Jesus must have felt as He hung on the cross To see what gave the psalmist confidence that God would hear his cry for deliverance
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
To illustrate the value of Psalms in our lives in different ways and at different times To provide a quick reference guide for using the Psalms
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follow (12 psalms for 12 weeks). We wish you and your Bible Study group an exciting journey through the world of the Psalms accompanied by insights from the Hebrew Language. We ask that you introduce it to your Bible study group and community leaders. We suggest that you print out each page of the guide
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