Praise Amidst the Impossible.

In this psalm of triumphal praise, David expresses his dependance on God, asking for His blessing and benevolence while also recognizing His sovereign providence. Inviting all nations to praise, Psalm 67 looks forward to Christ, the One who has done what we...

Praise is waiting. Will you join?

In this psalm of praise, David observes that in the future, all the earth will praise God (vv.1-2); that even now, God’s people have hope for deliverance and acceptance (vv.2-4); that there is hope of deliverance not only for Israel but for all nations (vv.5-8);...

Resuming Restoration (Part 2)

The efforts to rebuild the Temple have undergone a number of ups and downs, starts and stops. But with the favor of King Darius, the people of God can complete their calling. As we study this passage, we learn a number of lessons about God’s providence, our...

Four P’s for the People of God

The opening of the Book of Ezra recounts the beginning of how God used a pagan king to restore His people to their land and to rebuild worship. In this message we look at this passage and learn about God’s promise, providence, priorities and purposes and how...

Act Four; Esther Begins Her Plan

It is one thing to say that we will answer the call that God has on our lives, but a very different thing to actually carry through on our intentions. Esther was willing to risk her life to save her people but it took trust to live it out. We face the same challenge...