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IV.The Psalm begins by calling us to silence – twice. And ends by telling us “God has spoken.” What do you hear? V.Psalm 62 (NRSVue) For God alone my soul waits in silence; from him comes my salvation.He alone is my … Continue reading
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VII.Isaiah speaks to the people about deliverance. How do you hear his words for you today? VIII.Isaiah 25:1-10a (NRSVue) O Lord, you are my God; I will exalt you; I will praise your name,for you have done wonderful things, plans formed of … Continue reading
IV.As I consider these words of Isaiah, I notice how they speak of deliverance from two perspectives. How the oppressors experience the deliverance of Israel and how Israel experiences their deliverance. As you meditate on this passage, what do you … Continue reading
I.I noticed as I turned to this Psalm that in some bibles the superscription above the Psalm is “Praise for Deliverance from Oppression.” As you meditate on this Psalm keep those three words in mind, praise, deliverance, and oppression. II.Isaiah … Continue reading
IV.We are thinking today about singing and worship. Why do you think Moses and Miriam and the Israelites were moved to sing and not just “talk about” their experience of God’s deliverance? V.Exodus 15:1–3, 11–13, 17–18, 20–21 (NRSVue) Then Moses … Continue reading
I.In our passage for this week the prophet begins by asking the “daughters … Zion … Israel … Jerusalem” to sing, shout, rejoice and exult wholeheartedly. Spend some time with the words of the prophet and listen for why the … Continue reading
I.We come this week to Mary’s song (or maybe her prayer) of praise and thanksgiving. After you spend time with her words you may want to take some time to compare it with Hannah’s words at 1 Samuel 2. II.Luke … Continue reading
I.Last week we ended our reflections on Isaiah 47:1-25 asking if Isaiah offered any hope. With that thought still before us let’s listen to Isaiah once again and pay attention for any and all words of hope he offers. II.Isaiah … Continue reading