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Psalm 120 is the first of 15 psalms (Psalm 120-134) categorized as Song of Ascents. They are named this because of the phrase appearing before each of the psalms – the Hebrew term ma’a lot which means “going up.” Another reason they are called Psalms of Ascent is because these are psalms that were sung by Jews traveling to Jerusalem for the three annual feasts – the Feast Passover, the feast of Pentecost and the feast of Tabernacles. However, they are also called Psalms of Ascent because they have an upward motion…the believer crying out to God in trouble far away from Jerusalem, but ending by offering up praise to God in His temple courts. The psalmist talks of distress and destiny…distress and deliverance from deceitful tongues in verses 1 and 2, and the destiny of those deceitful tongues in verses 3 and 4. He cries out with weariness of living with those who hate God’s shalom (peace) in verses 5 and 6, and states the contrast between himself and the community where he lives in verse 7. Interpretation and Application: The psalm begins with prayer. We are to call on the Lord in times of trouble. He hears us and answers us! (verse 1) He protects us from those who would try to lead us astray and turn us from the truth. (verse 2) Those who do so will be judged. (verses 3-4). As Christians we do not belong to the world. Just as Meshek and Kedar were places far away from the land of Israel (verse 5) and the psalmist felt he had lived too long among these people who did not care for God and His ways, so we as Christians often feel a little uncomfortable living in this world. We don’t often fit or feel at home as the hymn puts it: “This world is not my home. I’m just a passin’ through.” Sometimes we just get tired of living in the world and long for peace (verses 6 and 7). Only in Christ can we have peace. Jesus said it Himself: “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace,” (John 16:33). We must also remember that we were never promised an easy life once we take Christ as Saviour, but don’t let that discourage you. Jesus said: “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world” (John 16:33). Let’s remember the beginning of this psalm where it encourages us to call on the Lord in times of trouble. Prayer: Thank you Lord, that you are with us in times of trouble. Even though You have not promised us an easy life, You have given us Christ to hold us fast and see us through. Amen. Song: This World is Not My Home “I call with all my heart; answer me O Lord, and I will obey your decrees. I call out to you; save me and I will keep your statutes.”
Psalm 119: 145-176 Psalm 119: 145-176 Observe We reach the last four stanzas of this amazing Psalm:
Interpret The key theme of this Psalm is God’s Word – His Law, precepts, statutes and commands. It is a relational Psalm that demonstrates the beauty of the closeness that is possible between God, the creator, and humans, the created. It is a Psalm that builds in intensity as the author recognizes his need of God, His Word and Salvation. Humble commitment, service and obedience is required, in faith, for this relationship to fully grow, develop and blossom. In these last stanzas the Psalm grows to a crescendo. Prayer and God’s Word are the key themes. We see how the psalmist prayed, what he prayed for, when and how. We see the contents of his petitions, the period of waiting that occurred and how faith and obedience remained during this time. In all of this we see God’s supremacy, the truth of His Word and His salvation. The Psalm is almost like a testimony, paying witness to God’s love and truth. It demonstrates the beauty and closeness of a relationship with the Almighty. As the Psalm closes we can almost imagine the writer falling on his knees in humility, recognizing his lost state and casting himself upon God’s loving grace in abject servanthood; the only possible response when God is truly ‘seen.’ Application In recent services we have considered how we ‘honour,’ God. We have looked at how we are to ‘enjoy’ God and glorify Him in this life. In a sense, and in real detail, this Psalm is a blueprint answer for us to these issues. It details the need to know God in and through His Holy Spirit inspired Word, that the latter makes alive in us. The Psalm demonstrates many forms of prayer and is a testimony of faith. It shows the beauty, joy, agony and wonder of a close relationship with God – it is an inspiration for us to mirror and emulate. The real 'keys' it displays for us to unlock our relationship in God with, are those of prayer, faith, Word and obedience. Turning these keys in practice truly bless us, glorifies God and gives us joy; we will know and see God. The final piece though is the admission and recognition of our utter need of God as demonstrated in today’s opening verses (recorded above) and closing verse. These link very much to our baptismal vows that we make where we say, we pray, “I will, with the help of God.” The Question of Application What ‘key’ will you use today, with the help of God, to grow in your relationship with Him? Prayer Lord, you are just and your commandments are eternal. Teach us to love you with all our heart and to love our neighbour as ourselves. Through Jesus Christ, your only Son, You reveal that You work in your creation, so through Him, your living Word, enable us to know Your love and to share it with others. Teach and enable us in prayer and faith through Jesus Christ and Your written Word. We ask this in his name. Amen Praise I Will – Citizen Way Take my Life and Let it be – Chris Tomlin Psalm 119:121-144
Observe Ayin: This stanza prays that God would vindicate His own justice in the face of His law broken by His own people, who seem to get away with their rebellion. Pe: The poet expresses longing and wonder for God’s word that gives light and understanding. He weeps because people rebel against His law (136) Tsadeh: The poet humbly recognizes that God and His law are righteous because God is faithful. Despite suffering, he delights in God’s law. Interpret In the first of these three stanzas, God’s laws are ignored, and His people are oppressed. The poet asks God to act for him; he is His servant and can only ask, but with boldness: It is time for the Lord to act, for Your law has been broken. (126) The stanza marked “Pe” sees the poet’s amazement at God’s law, calling it ‘wonderful’ not in the flabby sense that this word has become, but ‘full of wonder’, ‘supernatural’. Only in trust that God will direct his steps in obedience will the riches of His Word be revealed. The last stanza reveals God’s righteousness – He is completely just and will never exploit or abuse, and He keeps His promises. The poet humbly trusts God, remembering to keep His law despite trouble within and without. Apply To our ‘authority-averse culture’ (Keller), the law of God seems so arbitrary, unfair. ‘Righteousness’ is equated with ‘self-righteousness’ and misses the point completely of who God is. The oppressive nature of the world around us, unpunished corruption, war and rumours of war, disease, ‘alternative’ just about everything, is enough to make anyone not get up in the morning. Yes, we have a God of righteousness and justice – and relentless love. To turn always to Him, asking for the Spirit to align our wills and hearts with His in prayer and earnest seeking, is what we do. But it requires change, daily, away from old habits of not attending worship, skimming the Word (or ignoring it altogether), skipping prayer and the means provided by our church – services, small groups, prayer teams for example. In the face of our careless spiritual laziness, we have His constant Presence, His supreme sacrifice to free us from what keeps us in a state of spiritual mediocrity, His abundant life to revitalize flagging faith. So we ask for His grace, listen for His instructions, then do His work to honour and bring Him joy. Best we do it together. No lone wolves, please. Ask Have I tried to get away with disobeying Your Word, hoping no one finds out, and without consequences? Do I weep over those I know and love (and who You know and love) who do not follow Your way? In tough times, do I turn to You and find that You are a delight, that makes it possible for me to praise? Pray Lord, I confess I take time only for the most superficial Bible study. I confess, also, that too often my heart has little desire to truly learn and love Your Word. I ask that by Your grace and Spirit, this entire Psalm will break my heart’s indifference. (Adapted from Tim Keller, The Songs of Jesus. 320) Sing Ayin (121-128) : Crown and Covenant - I’ve Judged Rightly Pe (129-136): Crown and Covenant - Your Testimonies I Have Kept Tsadhe (137-144): Crown and covenant - O Lord, You Are the Righteous One TEXT: PSALM 119: 97-120
OBSERVE: Verses 97-104: The psalmist begins the stanza with a strong affirmation of his affection for the law which leads to his constant meditation on it. Verses 105-112: The psalmist again expresses his deep commitment to follow God’s law and indeed wants to continually learn more about the law. Verses 113-120: This stanza focuses on the threat that evil people are to the psalmist. These are people who do not love the law as the psalmist does. INTERPRET: We can see that the Lord’s commands make the psalmist wise because they reveal God’s will. They also keep the psalmist from evil. Honey may be sweet, but God’s words are even sweeter as he speaks to them. It is also notable that the psalmist claims to be smarter than his teachers (v. 99), which may indicate that he is a relatively young person. The psalmist’s life has been characterized by suffering, and he calls on God to help him, according to his Word. The law lights up a path of life, revealing to us God’s will for how we are to live. We thus can avoid many pitfalls and snares that may present troubles to our lives. The psalmist knows that he does not have the resources to rebuff the attacks of evil people, so he puts his trust in God and his protection, knowing that God will not tolerate plots of the wicked. Double-minded people are those who appear to be following God, but really, they aren’t. They don’t truly love God’s law as the psalmist does. APPLICATION: God’s Word is consistent with God’s character and expresses his will for how we should lead our lives. It illumines the way we are to live as God’s children and seeking to obey confers a blessing on the obedient. However, despite loving God’s Word, we will still suffer in this life and will be under attack from those who do not love God. To prepare for this, we need to be aware of our own failures and to seek God’s help every step of the way. A few questions can be posed to all Christians in reflection of these verses:
SONG: Amy Grant – Thy Word October 12th – Les Kovacs Psalm 119:73-96
Observe: Psalm 119 is King David’s ultimate ode to the Word of God. Nearly every verse in every stanza refers to God’s commands, word, laws, promises, statutes, precepts, or decrees. On the surface, there seems to be little or no apparent connection or common theme between the verses. It is not like a golden chain where all the links join together to form one beautiful whole, but rather, it is like a priceless collection of individual gems, with each one being equal to and complimenting all the others. It is a treasure chest conserving a careful collection of David's innermost thoughts and devotions towards the Lord and His Holy Word. David’s daily supplications, requests, confessions, praises, and adorations that spilled out over the course of his lifetime are finally gathered together into this one magnificent offering to the Word of God. His intent is to magnify the law and affirm it as the most excellent way to live, simply because it is given to us by the Lord God Almighty Himself. Application: For David, the Word of the Lord was everything. It was his teacher, his guide, his refuge, his strength, his source of courage and comfort. Even when he found himself in difficult circumstances and his patience was being tested, he still declared his faith and hope in the promises of God. They gave him wisdom and they gave him hope. God’s Word is no less impactful to us today. When we meditate on scripture, we realize that they are righteous, faithful, and trustworthy. They are enduring, delightful, and preserving of life. They are comforting, eternal, and boundless. These are all valuable, positive, even noble attributes of God’s eternal word given to us. These are exactly the kinds of things that Paul urged the believers in Philippians 4:8 to focus upon because they are true, and lovely, and pure, and so much more that is good. Contrast these noble things with the offerings of the world. Movies, TV Shows, novels, and other entertainment forms that glorify grotesque and violent body horror or nightmarish monsters slashing innocent people. Public celebration of casual sex in all forms of media, often portrayed in violent ways, with love, tenderness, and fidelity not even a consideration. The tendencies of the world are anything but noble or lovely or worthy. The contrast that exists between the life affirming Word of God and the soul-damaging ideals of this world is jarring. As we read the psalm in its entirety, and in particular these verses, we feel a euphoric flow and rhythmic repetition of the greatness of God’s word, laws, precepts, commandments, and decrees. As we continue to read and meditate on them, we are comforted by their soothing familiarity and their singular righteousness. We instinctively know that they are words to rely upon. They are words to build your life upon. They are words to return to again and again when the world presses in. They are words that build a bridge from our hearts to the throne room of heaven. When we read His holy word and compare it to our actions in real life, can we in the stillness of our hearts affirm that we actually live according to His Word? In view of God’s mercy in giving us these Words of Life, our attitude towards His unfathomable love should be to follow them wholeheartedly. Prayer: Father God, we pray that in all the circumstances of our life, your Holy Spirit working in us would help us to meditate upon your holy word, and to rejoice with gladness that you care enough to share them with us out of your great mercy. In the Holy name of Jesus Christ. Amen. Song: Thy Word – Amy Grant https://youtu.be/a6LC8cu03Ig Psalm 119:49-72
Observe: Psalm 119 is a long meditation on God’s Law. It uses eight different synonyms for “Law,” meaning Torah or instruction. Every verse (all 176 of them) praises God’s Torah in some way. The psalm is constructed to follow the letters of the Hebrew alphabet, so it is about God’s law from “A to Z.” The psalm is addressed to God throughout, creating a bond between psalmist and the Lord. Although the psalm is about God’s Law, the Torah, it contains no reference to Moses, or the minutiae of temple ritual, or the Temple as God’s main domain on earth. Rather, Psalm 119 is from a period in Israel’s life when God is often found in reading and obeying Scripture. Israel is becoming the “people of the book,” in scattered synagogues around the ancient world. An ordered religious life centers on knowing and obeying the Scriptures. So, this psalm’s praise is not for the glories of the temple and Mt. Zion, or even the giving of the Law on Mt. Sinai. Rather thanks and praise are for the good life that comes from righteous obedience in everyday life. Here, priests and prophets and kings are not at the center of Israel’s life, but the reading and doing of God’s word in Scripture. The word “good” is repeated often in this psalm: God is good, his law is good. Verse 68 says to God, “You are good and do good, teach me your statutes.” The word “heart” occurs 15 times in Ps 119. The Psalmist “feels” rather than merely thinks about God’s commands and statutes and testimonies and precepts. The three stanzas in verses 49-72 focus on how remembering God’s laws give comfort in the midst of troubles. Verse 50 is typical: This is my comfort in my distress, that your promise (i.e. law) gives me life.” Interpret: Psalm 119:49-72 contains not just praise for God and his Law, but also thanks for how the Law protects the righteous from dangers and afflictions, or guides them through trouble. Thinking about God’s Law gives comfort and order and direction and even joy, especially in distress and setbacks, as in verses 61-62. The Psalmist is blessed by knowing and obeying Torah. There is an intimacy in verses like 57: “The Lord is my portion, I promise to keep your words.” The focus is not on the self, but on God. The psalmist sees God’s Law at work everywhere: in affliction, when being insulted, wherever one is staying, midnight and noontime, in the whole earth, in being humbled or humiliated; really, anytime and anywhere. This is about the God who is encountered and present everywhere. How important was this to Jews living far from Israel and the Temple? Application: Are we people of the book? Do we delight in our good and righteous God and his word in Scripture each and every day? In the Book of Common Prayer, page 78, as the Prayer of consecration includes this: “We should all times and in all times and in all places give thanks unto thee, O Lord, Holy Father, Almighty, Everlasting God, Creator and Preserver of all things.” All times and places: this echoes Psalm 119. Similarly, in Ephesians 5:20, we are asked to “give thanks always and for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” In reading Psalm 119, what would happen if we took the word “law,” and all of its synonyms (statutes, rules, etc.), and replaced it with the word gospel? Would that drive the lesson home? Would we live by God’s word/gospel “at all times and in all places”? If we are in distress, has reading the Bible helped? Has Bible reading brought a sense of God’s goodness back to us? Do we actually enjoy and even love God’s word? And, finally, have we found the holy order God’s word gives to our lives? Reading the very well ordered and long Psalm 119 suggests that we can have holy order in our long lives as well. Prayer: “O Lord, you have given us your word for a light to shine upon our path. Grant us so to meditate on that word, and to follow its teaching, that we may find in it the light that shines more and more until the perfect day, through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Common Worship, Daily Prayer, Church of England, p.404 ) Song: “Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet” (Twila Paris) Psalm 119:25-48
Observe Daleth, He, Waw, the 4th to 6th letters of the Hebrew alphabet, mark the next three stanzas of this acrostic Psalm. Daleth ד: Revived from the dust. At first, the poet’s soul clings to the dust (25), but he later declares I cling to your testimonies, O Lord (31a). He recognizes his failures and resulting sadness (28) yet knows that God reveals Himself in His works. The poet deliberately chooses to keep to His way. Because of his obedience, God enlarges his heart, that is, deepens his awareness of God’s truth. He ה: A plea for guidance and life. So many verbs! -- teach, give, lead, incline, turn, confirm, turn away, God's instructions to help the poet know His will. The poet's responses: will keep, keep and observe, delight, move him into God's realm; His law gives him life. Waw ו: Liberty comes from loving God's word. Looking back on his life, the poet uses the Word for self-examination. He desires to keep God's law, especially in the face of mockers; his witness is sure because he hopes in and trusts that powerful Word, that law of liberty. He will not be disappointed, because his delight is in God's law -- based in love. Interpret A single theme fills this extraordinary Psalm: God’s steadfast love, expressed through His Word, His law, rules, precepts, testimony, commandments, ways, statutes – all to be loved, sought after and followed wholeheartedly, because they lead to life. “Law”, Torah, in the Hebrew Bible, prefigures the new revised standard that Christ embodies – the law of love. Apply Timothy Keller writes, “Contemporary people tend to examine the Bible, looking for things they can’t accept. But Christians should reverse that, allowing the Bible to examine us, looking for things God can’t accept.” In a society that defies authority, “rules” are a Bad Word, supposedly depriving us of our freedom to ‘be whatever we want to be’, while insisting on ‘my truth’. But God’s law is based in His love -- not an easy love because He asks for our lives. As we yield them up to Him, we quietly walk His path, trusting His direction. He is our good Shepherd, King, Ruler. In being ready to give an account for our sure hope (1Pet 3:15), we need to know Him and His Word to be effective witnesses to His order and righteousness, the new life He has given us. We do this by learning and obeying His law, fulfilled in Jesus. His Words are good! Ask How do You see me, Jesus? Pray Holy Lord Jesus, incline my heart to obey and love Your Word, Your commandments. In following them, I learn they are not a burden. They give me life, they lead me in Your right way, they show me Your love and care. In keeping Your Word there is great reward in living for and in You. Thank you for Your endless, sacrificial, steadfast love. Sing Ps 119 Poor Bishop Hooper - Daleth Poor Bishop Hooper - He Poor Bishop Hooper - Waw My Soul among Lions - The Words of the Lord Psalm 119 is the longest psalm in the Bible as well as being the longest chapter in the Bible. We will be taking 7 blogs to cover this amazing chapter.
The Hebrew alphabet is made up of 22 letters and this psalm is divided up into 22 stanzas (or sections) each representing a letter of the Hebrew alphabet. Within each stanza are 8 verses, with each verse also beginning with that particular letter of the alphabet (for a total of 176 verses). For example, the first 8 verses of Psalm 119 (the first stanza) represent the Hebrew letter aleph and each of those 8 verses also begin with the letter aleph. Let’s dive in. Observe: Psalm 119 in general magnifies God’s Word and makes it honourable. Look for the following 10 words throughout the psalm which are basically synonyms for God’s Word. 1. law 2. way 3. decree 4. commandments 5. precepts 6. word 7. judgments 8. righteousness 9. statues 10. truth Aleph (verses 1-8) Almost every single verse in Psalm 119 are written or spoken to God with the exception of a few verses. The first 3 verses of the psalm are one of those exceptions where the psalmist makes a declaration of blessing for those who follow the Word of God. Verses 4-8 show his desire for blessing by following the Lord’s decrees. Beth (verses 9-16) The word “beth” also means “a house” and it has been suggested by some that these verses tell us how to make our heart a house for the Word of God. How do we do that? By keeping our life pure and meditating joyfully on the Word of God. Gimel (verses 17-24) In this section we can observe a prayer for blessing so God’s Word may be kept (vs. 17), a prayer for understanding of God’s Word (vs. 18), a prayer for longing of God’s Word (vs. 19-20) and a prayer for refuge in God’s Word. (vs. 21-14) Interpretation and Application As a young child I memorized Psalm 119:11 and often wondered what it really meant to hide God’s Word in my heart. As an adult, this verse has become much more meaningful. His Word is hidden, where no one can see it, but also as a result of being hidden, it is also safe where no one can take it away. As I get older I find it harder and harder to memorize scripture, but because I did so much as a child I find that verses (although maybe not the exact references) spring to mind in times when I am trying to recall it in moments of need. If ever I were to be faced without having access to the scriptures, I at least have some recollection of some passages of the precious Word of God. It has become ingrained in my heart and mind. Because of that I have the benefit of not sinning against the Lord. Hiding His Word in my heart has become my defense against sin. I would challenge you to try to memorize some of these wonderful truths, no matter how young or old you are! Prayer: Father, as we navigate through Psalm 119, reveal to us Your truth and help us to appreciate Your Word. We pray that we will hide Your Word in our hearts and be able to recall it to those who don’t know You. Amen. Song: Steve Green - I Have Hidden Your Word Psalm 119:11&9 Psalm 118
Observe The final Egyptian Hallel sung at Passover is a joyful prayer, calling on Israel to praise God for His enduring love; the repetition typical of Hebrew poetry provides a strong reminder for His people to do this.(1-4). Verses 5-18 testify to God’s rescue from struggling with enemies: … the Lord answered and set me free… the Lord is on my side… The Lord is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation. The Psalmist has gone through a trial and emerges victorious (18). He recognizes the Lord’s hand, to form him and deliver him from death. The final section (19-29) returns to joy, picturing a procession to the Temple, imploring God to open… the gates of righteousness (19) so they may enter into praise. The potent image of the rejected cornerstone in vv. 22,23 here refers to Israel, and this is the Lord’s doing; it is marvellous in our sight (23). Verse 26a recalls the crowd’s short-lived joy at Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. We hear echoes of the Aaronic blessing in verse 27; the poem closes with the song of praise (29) from the first verse. Interpret The wonderful imagery in this Psalm is a pointer to the coming Messiah, His sovereignty, His salvation, His righteousness. He is the cornerstone of the church, therefore of our lives; He told us so (Mt 21:42; Mk 12: 10-1;Lk. 20:17; Acts 4:11; 1 Pet. 2:7). His discipline may be severe at times (18), but it purifies and fits His people for His purposes. Even in times of difficulty, we can still praise, using our imaginations (and memory verses, perhaps?) before Him. He is our strength and song. Apply So much of this Psalm is pure joy. On our vulnerable days, if we manage to remember, we can reread those verses that remind us to rejoice in God’s strength, to thank Him for His enduring love that keeps us in His circle of righteousness. He will answer us when we lament (21a). The Lord is God, and He has made His light to shine upon us. (27a) It’s worth the effort to remember neither human strength nor (will)power pull us through tough times, it’s the Lord as we seek Him, so let us rejoice and be glad in [this truth]! (24b) Ask Lord, will You open to me Your gates of righteousness, so I can approach Your heart with praise? Pray For the lonely and ill, from Psalm 118: Oh Lord, I am ill and feel frightened and alone as I have no one to care for me. I have no one who is really interested in me at all, and I feel lost and alone and so vulnerable. And now Lord Jesus, I have come down with this sickness and I feel so ill. Lord, I ask You please to make me well again soon, and lift up my sagging spirit, I pray. I know Lord in my heart that I am not alone, because You are with me, which is the real reason that I am praying to You now, because You promised to be with me and never to leave me or forsake me, even when everyone else does. Be with me now, I pray, and reach out Your healing hand of blessing and touch me, Lord. Please make me feel better, not only in my body but also in my life, I pray. Thank You that I can call on You in times of trouble, illness, or loneliness and know that You are always there to hear and answer, to heal and comfort and help. Lord, I pray that You would help me to really apply this truth in my life, not just when I am sick, but every day. Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Psalm/118 Sing Psalm 118 Poor Bishop Hooper Shane Barnard - This is the Day Rawn Harbor - This is the Day U. of Notre Dame Folk Choir - This is the Day TEXT: PSALM 117
OBSERVE: Psalm 117 is the shortest of all the songs of the book, indeed, the shortest chapter in the Bible. In this psalm, we observe a call for all nations to praise the Lord as we remember his ever-enduring faithfulness. INTERPRET: This hymn calls on everyone to worship the Lord who demonstrates perpetual love and faithfulness towards his people – divine characteristics promised by the covenant applied here to all people on earth. During the Old Testament period, we hear of a number of people from the nations (Ruth, Naaman, Uriah the Hittite), who joined Israel in their praise of God. In the New Testament, the Gentiles join the Jewish people in their praise of God through Jesus Christ. Speaking of Jesus, Paul says: “God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father” (Phil 2: 9-11). Paul also cites the first verse of this psalm (see Romans 15:11), along with three other passages from the Old Testament to urge Jewish Christians to accept the inclusion of Gentiles. APPLICATION: Including others who are not like us is still something that the church struggles with. Often, we can resist including others for cultural reasons, sometimes we resist to include others for socio-economic reasons and sometimes we even look to exclude others because of their worship style. At times we seem to do everything we can, to avoid praising God alongside our fellow brothers and sisters. Psalm 117 may be short and simple, but that is precisely how simple praise of Jesus should be. We are to praise our wonderful and faithful God as one body, while always looking for ways to include outsiders. PRAYER: Faithful Lord; help me to praise you in unison with all your faithful believers. May you shape my praise, so that I may draw others to praise you. AMEN. SONG: Praises from Every Nation |
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