Psalm 34

I read Psalm 34 yesterday, today I was to read Psalm 35…which was also good, but let’s just say that I re-read Psalm 34. I know…my fellow OCD brethren are twitching right now…I didn’t stick to the plan. Just another theological tension point – God’s plans vs. my OCD. I will bless the LORD at […]

Do Not Fear

I love it when the readings in various parts of the Bible display common themes. In Psalm 27, we read several references to not fearing. 27:1 – “The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?” 27:3 – “Though […]

Fear response – make more idols?

In Isaiah 41 we read God reminding Israel of his position as sovereign creator. This is meant to reassure them as they are fearful. What do they do when fearful? Well, verse 7 tells us they literally construct more idols, instead of turning in comfort to the God who made them and is in control […]