GOD DELIGHTS IN RAISING UP THE SMALL TO GREATNESS This is a description of King David, whom God took from the sheep pens to the throne room, raising him up to be Israels greatest king. David was born in Bethlehem, one of the smallest towns in all Israel. He was the youngest of his father

WHAT DOES BEING READY LOOK LIKE? Jesus told a parable about a master returning from a wedding banquet and how his servants should be ready to open the door of his house the moment he knocks. He could return any hour of the night, so they must always be ready. Jesus told this parable

WHAT DELIGHTS THE FATHER? Giving. Thats what make the Father happy. He loves to give. Jesus told His little flock of disciples not to worry nor be afraid about material things. For the Father loves to give. So, dont concern yourself with food and clothes, houses and wealth. The Father will meet all your

OUR RESPONSIBILITY TO THE FUTURE GENERATION The psalmist instructed the people of God not to hide the testimony of faith that had been handed down to them by their forefathers. Instead, they must tell a future generation all that God had done for them. The truth is, we are always only one generation away

WHEN GOD KEEPS YOU AWAKE The psalmist spoke of a time when God had kept him awake. He couldnt stop his mind from remembering the past and considering his troubles, when finally he considered the possibility that it was the Lord who kept him from closing his eyes. So he sought the Lord in his