What is the essence of Christ's redeeming work? It was and is bringing true worshippers to God! Accordingly, it is NOT surprising to read that the focus of the third Song — which God would have us to sing in this state of sin and misery — is the privilege, glory, and priority of God's worship, where we make much of God, where His Person and His work is that which fuels us!

The focus of this promise is that in our pilgrimage to Jerusalem when we encounter bad things -- illness, sickness, loss of any kind -- we ultimately will not be defeated by them. (cf. Isaiah 40:31)

We are to live on this earth knowing that at all times and in all places, this Being -- the Captain of the Lord of Hosts -- the one before whom someday all will bow professing His Lordship (Phil. 2:9-11)- stands guard over us at all times!

It is one thing to live in a world founded and built upon lies. Yet it quite another to stand up in that world and proclaim the truth. When that happens, what do you get-- Hostility, persecution, difficulty, distress, and even martyrdom.

It is one thing to live in a world founded and built upon lies. Yet it quite another to stand up in that world and proclaim the truth. When that happens, what do you get? Hostility, persecution, difficulty, distress, and even martyrdom.

In our fallen world, it is so easy to forget who we are and, more importantly, whose we are! In this regard, the Psalter has been given us by God to help us on our way.

What did Moses forfeit when he grew unsatisfied with God? It was not his salvation nor God's acceptance. So, what did he forfeit?

The aim for a faithful pastor is to have Christ formed in himself and the people of God.