Join The Journey

What's the deal with the oil on the head? Why do people raise their hands in worship? In today's episode, Emma Dotter talks with Watermark member, Elijah Westover, about Psalms 131-136 to answer these questions. 

Additional References: James 5:14; Psalm 23:5; Exodus 29:7; 1 Kings 8:54; Psalm 141:2; Lamentations 3:14; 1 Timothy 2:8; Colossians 3:16

Respond in worship with Psalm 34 by Shane & Shane: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOzf0VrDNGU

What are the the Psalms of Ascent? Why are they significant to God's people? Today, Emma Dotter talks with Watermark member, Bri Carlisle about Psalms 120-130 and the journey that God's people made to Jerusalem where they would sing these Psalms. Bri reminds us that these Psalms point to the never changing character of God and his love for us, even when we don't deserve it. 

Respond in worship with Psalm 130 by Shane and Shane: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=l8pCbtLeXzc&t=32m39s

Why is Psalm 119 so long? In today's episode, Emma Dotter and Watermark member, Aaden Jones, talk about Psalm 119 and unpack why this is the longest chapter in the whole Bible.

Respond in worship with:

Who Else? by The Worship Initiative (feat. Hayden Browning): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FazTNF_zy28

Thy Word by Ellie Holcomb: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmFzKYa6EHU

What are the headings of each section and what do they mean? Today Emma Dotter is joined by Watermark worship leader Grace Kerbel to walk through Psalm 115-118 and how we can daily remind ourselves of the goodness of God.

Additional Scripture referenced:

Deuteronomy 10:8-9 – the role of the Levites

Numbers 18:20 – the Lord is the Levites' portion and inheritance

Psalm 16:5; Lamentations 3:24 – additional references to "the land of the living" referring to the Levites' provision 

Respond in worship with:

Goodness of God by The Worship Initiative: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BgoPHQNTy0M

O Praise the Name by Shane and Shane: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xiDRiWGWFOU

Cornerstone by The Worship Initiative: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQ56i6XKhKk

Learn more about the headings in the Bible here: https://www.gotquestions.org/divided-Bible-chapters-verses.html

Read this article on David's view of "the land of the living": 

https://www.gotquestions.org/land-of-the-living.html

Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898

What does the reference to Melchizedek mean in Psalm 110? Today on the podcast, Seth Master walks through Psalm 108-114 and shows how this points to our ultimate perfect King and Great High Priest, Jesus Christ. 

Additional Scripture Referenced: 

Hebrews 7 – the order of Melchizedek

Respond in worship with Before the Throne of God Above by The Worship Initiative: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BozHkGMTlYI

In today's episode, Emma Dotter and Watermark member, Macie Snowden, talk about Psalm 103-107, where we see God's goodness is repeatedly praised and proclaimed. Macie reminds us that God's character is always good, faithful, and worthy of praise. Even if God never answered our prayers or gave us the desires of our heart, he would still be worthy of praise because of his character. 

Respond in worship with Bless God by Brooke Ligertwood: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gK0fbhGdX4A

Why are we urged to praise the Lord? In today’s podcast, Emma Dotter and faithful Watermark member and Worship Initiative staff member, Travis Warren, discuss Psalms 96 through 102. As we focus on God’s character, we can remember God's care for us and respond rightly to Him through obedience and praise.

Check out Psalm 73 (As For Me) by the Worship Initiative on YouTube!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZp2k7AcHh8 

Check out Psalm 100 (Enter In) by People and Songs on YouTube!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjgdKWbD0xE 

Check out the Join The Journey Devotionals here!

https://www.jointhejourney.com/

You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898

What does it look like to "have a great week of worship"? In today's episode, Ben Krejci talks with Watermark Worship Director, Hayden Browning about Psalms 90-95. Hayden dives into Psalm 92 and shows us why it is good for us to worship God in song, not just on Sundays in large gathering, but every day in our individual lives. 

Respond in worship with Psalm 90 by Shane and Shane: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PCDNZwMRYfo

What does it mean to have an undivided heart, and how do we get to that place? In today’s episode, Emma Dotter and Watermark worship leader, Davy Leffall, discuss the story and scripture behind the song, Undivided Heart. Davy talks about how Psalm 86 demonstrates that we need the Holy Spirit at work in us to produce this heart posture. 

Additional Scripture Referenced:

Ephesians 1:4, “even as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world…”

Respond in worship with Undivided Heart by Watermark Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnqIokstZcw

Check out the Join The Journey Devotionals here!

https://www.jointhejourney.com/

Ever wonder if God is depriving his people of anything good? Today Emma Dotter is joined by Watermark staff member Shelby Carnefix to discuss Psalm 79-85. God is faithful and good, and yet sometimes life is hard. Shelby shares how lament leads us to worship and recount his goodness to us. Spend time reflecting on these questions today: 

Where are the good things that God is providing for me that I may not be seeing?

What do I need to bring before the Lord so that I can experience the fullness of his joy?

Respond in worship with Psalm 84 (Better is One Day) by The Worship Initiative: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hoQmnCvT2g0

To hear more of Shelby's story, check out her previous episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s4-131-psalm-1-8/id1600151923?i=1000710852348&l=pt-BR