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Content ( not sentence, direct verbiage from Scripture, fit on one line ): 1.prayer Moses moG; L you been dwelling place throughout all generations(Ps 90:1) 2.before mts born or you brought forth whole world, from everlasting to everlasting you G(Ps 90:2) 3.you turn ppl back dust, saying, “Return to dust you mortals.”(Ps 90:3) 4.a thous yrs in your sight like a day, or like a watch in the night(Ps 90:4) 5.you sweep ppl away in sleep of death – they like new grass in morning(Ps 90:5) 6.in morning springs up, by evening is dry and withered(Ps 90:6)   7.we consumed by your anger and terrified by your indignation(Ps 90:7) 8.you set our iniquities before you, our secret sins(Ps 90:8) 9.all our days pass under your wrath;we finish our years with a moan(Ps 90:9) 10.our days may come to 70 yrs or 80, if strength endures;best are but trouble/sorrow(Ps 90:10) 11.if only we knew power of your anger! Your wrath=as great as fear that is your due(Ps 90:11)   12.teach us t

Divisions ( run-on sentence OK, direct verbiage from Scripture/Principles are Aims for each Division – a truth about God, a truth about man, a truth about God’s relationship to man; a sin to avoid, promise to trust, example to follow, command to obey, truth to believe ): 1.The prosperity of the wicked (Psalm 73:1-15) Principle:   Earthly prosperity is temporary. 2.It is good to be near God (Psalm 73:16-28) Principle:   Spending time with God reveals Truth.   Subject Sentence ( 10-word sentence with proper structure showing exactly where you are in Scripture ): The claims of the wicked and the strength of God.   Aim (“ To Cause My Audience To…” Know, See, Learn, Understand, etc .): TCMATK The Sovereign God has the last word, no matter what people claim.   Application ( not yes or no question.   Meant to bring about heart change ): 1.What needs to change in your heart and mind to remove worldly envy? 2.Where is God awakening you to, and delighting you with, et

Today, we’re looking at Psalm 6.  This highly emotional psalm expresses fear, anguish, exhaustion, sorrow, joy, and hope.  Ultimately, these verses are about Deliverance .  David asks for mercy and the Lord accepts his prayer.   When we walk away from our time together today, I want you to know God hears and responds to the prayers of His children.   Holy Father, teach us something new today.   Open our eyes to see Your righteous character.   Teach us to be like Jesus.   It’s in His name I ask this. Amen.   Our text is divided into two parts, today: 1. Lord, do not rebuke me; have mercy (Psalm 6:1-7) 2. The Lord has heard my cry (Psalm 6:8-10)   Let’s dive right in to this amazing psalm.   Read Psalm 6:1-7 .   This is a song written by David.   It would be accompanied by stringed instruments.   Sheminith refers to the lowest note sung by men’s voices, so I hear this as a deep, gutteral plea.   And the words corroborate this.    David is asking the Lord not t

Divisions ( run-on sentence OK, direct verbiage from Scripture/Principles are Aims for each Division – a truth about God, a truth about man, a truth about God’s relationship to man; a sin to avoid, promise to trust, example to follow, command to obey, truth to believe ): 1.Lord, do not rebuke me; have mercy (Psalm 6:1-7) Principle:   We can express our deepest fears and anguish to God in prayer. 2.The Lord has heard my cry (Psalm 6:8-10) Principle:   The Lord hears when we call out to Him.   Subject Sentence ( 10-word sentence with proper structure showing exactly where you are in Scripture ): David asks for mercy and the Lord accepts His prayer.   Aim (“ To Cause My Audience To…” Know, See, Learn, Understand, etc .): TCMATK God hears and responds to the prayers of His children.   Application ( not yes or no question.   Meant to bring about heart change ): 1.How has salvation delivered you from God’s anger and wrath?   Where are you asking Jesus for mercy and

Have you ever wished harm on someone?  Have you ever wanted to see someone “get their come-uppance”?  Have you noticed that you desire mercy for yourself and justice for your “enemies”?   Today, we’re looking at Psalm 137.   These 9 verses are about Torment and Vengeance .   In this psalm, we see Israel wept, and was happy over Babylon’s doom.   When we walk away from our time together today, I want you to know Vengeance belongs to the Lord, regardless of our torment.   Father-God, we pray in Jesus’ name that You will speak to us through this psalm today.   Help us to see that You are always worthy of praise.   But that You also have very big shoulders and can handle our complaints. Amen.   Our text is divided into two parts, today: 1.By the rivers of Babylon, we sat and wept (Psalm 137:1-6) 2.Daughter Babylon, doomed to destruction (Psalm 137:7-9)   Let’s get right into this teaching.   Read Psalm 137:1-6 .   As Psalm 137 opens, Israel is reminiscing ov

Divisions ( run-on sentence OK, direct verbiage from Scripture/Principles are Aims for each Division – a truth about God, a truth about man, a truth about God’s relationship to man; a sin to avoid, promise to trust, example to follow, command to obey, truth to believe ): 1.By the rivers of Babylon, we sat and wept (Psalm 137:1-6) Principle:   Learn from the sorrow of the past. 2.Daughter Babylon, doomed to destruction (Psalm 137:7-9) Principle:   Pursue mercy, not vengeance in spite of the past. Principle:   Leave vengeance to the Lord.   Subject Sentence ( 10-word sentence with proper structure showing exactly where you are in Scripture ): Israel wept, and was happy over Babylon’s doom.   Aim (“ To Cause My Audience To…” Know, See, Learn, Understand, etc .): TCMATK Vengeance belongs to the Lord, regardless of our torment.   Application ( not yes or no question.   Meant to bring about heart change ): 1.How might you adopt and pursue Jesus’ attitude toward yo

Self-Care is a popular topic these days.  In case you aren’t familiar with the term, self-care is anything you do to help yourself live well and stay physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually well.  You may have a self-care practice implemented in your life and not even realize it!  Some people read, go for walks, journal, engage in artistic or creative activities, write, get massages, pray, study the Bible, exercise, meal prep, etc.  So, what are some of your favorite self-care activities?  I challenge you to look at today’s psalm study though a self-care lens as well as a leadership lens.  The leadership lens will help you come up with techniques to encourage godly behavior in others.  This is a valuable skill.  You may help someone develop godly skills to cope with life challenges.   Today, we’re looking at Psalm 23.   God’s Provision appears all over these 6 verses.   Throughout our study, we will see how God cares for people.   We should probably take notes about how

Divisions ( run-on sentence OK, direct verbiage from Scripture/Principles are Aims for each Division – a truth about God, a truth about man, a truth about God’s relationship to man; a sin to avoid, promise to trust, example to follow, command to obey, truth to believe ): 1.The Lord is my Shepherd (Psalm 23:1-4) Principle:   Jesus cares for His people’s “present” in every way. 2.You prepare a table (Psalm 23:5-6) Principle:   Jesus cares for His people’s “future” in every way.   Subject Sentence ( 10-word sentence with proper structure showing exactly where you are in Scripture ): I will dwell forever with the Lord, my Shepherd.   Aim (“ To Cause My Audience To…” Know, See, Learn, Understand, etc .): TCMATK God cares for, and dwells with, His people.   Application ( not yes or no question.   Meant to bring about heart change ): 1. What is your daily walk with God like?   What has Jesus given you that you’d like to thank Him for?   When has Jesus given you rest