ISSL Reflections October 13, 2024 Psalm 22:1–11 Post 3

VII.As you spend time with the Psalm today, how do you hear the Psalmist speak of hope? VIII.Psalm 22:1-11 (NRSVue) My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?       Why are you so far from helping me, from the words of … Continue reading

ISSL Reflections October 6, 2024 Psalm 51:1–4, 10–12, 15–17 Post 3

VII.As you return to Psalm 51 today take notice of what the Psalmist requests from God. VIII.Psalm 51:1–4, 10–12, 15–17 (NRSVue) Have mercy on me, O God,     according to your steadfast love;according to your abundant mercy,     blot out my transgressions.Wash me thoroughly … Continue reading

ISSL Reflections October 6, 2024 Psalm 51:1–4, 10–12, 15–17 Post 2

IV.As you spend time with the Psalm today, pay attention to the words of confession. V.Psalm 51:1–4, 10–12, 15–17 Have mercy on me, O God,     according to your steadfast love;according to your abundant mercy,     blot out my transgressions.Wash me thoroughly from my … Continue reading

ISSL Reflections July 28 2024 Psalm 130 Post 3

VII.Today as you spend time with this Psalm hear it as a call to “hope.” VIII.Psalm 130 (NRSVue) Out of the depths I cry to you, O Lord.       Lord, hear my voice!Let your ears be attentive       to the voice of my supplications! … Continue reading

ISSL Reflections July 28 2024 Psalm 130 Post 1

I.Why does the Psalmist repeat “… more than those who watch for the morning…”? II.Psalm 130 Out of the depths I cry to you, O Lord.       Lord, hear my voice!Let your ears be attentive       to the voice of my supplications! If you, … Continue reading

ISSL Reflections July 21 2024 Psalm 119:73–80 Post 3

VII.The Psalmist asks for “understanding.” How do you see the Psalmist affirming what such “understanding” leads to? VIII.Psalm 119:73-80 (NRSVue) Your hands have made and fashioned me;       give me understanding that I may learn your commandments.Those who fear you shall see … Continue reading