Blessings and Benefits
One of the most beloved Psalms. Biblical doctrine for the forgiveness of sins. Promises of God for those who obey Him. Sovereignty of God. Character of God. Story of the Scottish preacher and the row boat. Text: Psalm 103 Our Lord has given us so much to be grateful for. In this beloved Psalm of David, we learn first hand about the generous actions that our Lord has taken for our welfare. Moreover, David sets forth the biblical basis for the forgiveness of sins, the promises of God for those who obey Him, and the stability of God’s rule over the heavens and the earth. It is an...
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Text: Micah 7 Today we conclude our study of Micah’s prophecy. Rest assured, though, that this is not the conclusion of all the specific details of Micah’s prophecy! Certain portions of his message were fulfilled during the time of the Old Testament (e.g. the return of the remaining exiles from Jerusalem led by Zerubbabel in 538 BC). Yet, other portions were fulfilled during the time of the New Testament (e.g. the grafting of the Gentiles into Israel; se Micah 2:12, 4:7, 5:7-8, 7:18; John 19:16; Acts 15:1-35; Rom. 11:5, 11-24; and Gal. 3:29). However, there are other portions...
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He keeps the covenant when we can’t keep it for ourselves. Doctrine is like the bones in your body, scripture is like the flesh. Both are needed to make up the whole person. Familial difficulties. Christ: an aroma of life to some, an aroma of death to others. A vision or purpose statement for your life. Christ on the throne of your life. Promises of God. David Livingstone. Text: Micah 7 As we come to the end of Micah’s prophecy we are treated to a brief survey of the glories of our covenant keeping God. Central to these divine characteristics is the fact that God keeps the terms...
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