Matthew 5:14-161. In the Sermon on the Mount Jesus tells us that we are distinct from the world, for the sake of the world.2. We are the 'light of the world'3. Let's let our light shine!

Luke 24:25-27; 30-32; 44-471. Seeing and savoring Jesus Christ happens with 'light and heat'.2. We learn how to see and savor Jesus Christ in the Psalms (and the whole Bible) - using a most basic rule for interpreting the Bible: 'Scripture points to Him'.3. When we have seen and savored Jesus Christ and our hearts burn from our encounter, then we are unleased into his mission of reaching the nations.

Psalm 1311. The restlessness of the proud heart2. The rest of the quieted heart3. Will you be still and find your hope in the Lord?

Psalm 21. Cosmic treason: God's enemies resolve to throw off God's rule.2. God responds to cosmic treason: He sets His King over the nations.3. Be wise. Be warned. Be blessed. Take refuge in Him.

Psalm 161. Learn to take refuge in the Lord in life and in death.2. Receive the blessings that come from knowing the Lord in life and in death.3. Your confidence in YOUR resurrection is based on the reality that it was impossible for death to hold the One David was writing about in Psalm 16

Psalm 361. Look closely at the rebellious man. What do you think of him? Where do you see yourself in him?2. Look closely at the character of God. What do you think of him? How is your heart drawn to him?3. Where will you align yourself?

Psalm 139:13-161. People's perspective on life do change2. The Biblical witness affirms life in the womb3. The Gospel makes us life giving and life affirming4. Jesus shows us how to win the moral vision

1. God is to be praised and worshiped!2. God is glorious in his Majesty. Therefore we gladly worship.3. God is glorious in his Mercy. Therefore we humbly worship.

Psalm 1031. Praise Him!2. Remember why we praise Him!3. Teach all who are weak to praise Him!4. Join the chorus!