The Benefits of Meditation | Psalm 1
Meditation on Jesus’ instruction is the key to perseverance, prosperity and protection in the life of the believer. But meditation is a bizarre concept that - even though Biblical, is a head scratcher for new covenant believers. Pastor Robin highlights how meditating on Jesus’ instructions is an essential part of the believer’s life based on Psalm 1.
A Psalm For Thanksgiving - Psalm 100
Psalm 100 is a psalm of thanksgiving to God for who He is and His faithfulness to us, His very own people. Here, we learn to worship God in our joy, our service, and in our praise through song. Together, let us enter His gates and stand in His courts exulting His perfect goodness.
When It’s Difficult to Trust His Leading
Sometimes it’s not the big ‘asks’ from God that are the challenge. Sometimes it’s the small ones that trips us up. The visit to the neighbour, the small talk with the cashier, or the family get together that can sometimes be the hardest moment to go with God’s leading. Remembering who and why you were made the way you are is surprisingly the key to a life of surrender.
He Will Not Fail You | Psalm 20
Psalm 20 is a national anthem. It is a song that is a prayer for the king for battle. It is a salute to our current King, Jesus' authority. It is a challenge to read that song as a believer under grace and living in today's political system where my feelings and rights are more important than anyone else's. Can Jesus' Kingship be trusted? Can we confidently pray that His desire's are fulfilled and not ours? If we're honest with ourselves - we should take a closer look at the implication of Jesus as King.
Snatched From The Claws of Death | Psalm 49
Death is coming. We cannot outrun it. There is no monetary value that can prevent it from happening. We will all die. Where is the hope as we all face death? Psalm 49 paints a stark picture of what it is see life as we know it without the rescue of the cross. It also paints a contrasting imagine of the wonder of eternal life in Christ!
Our Shield, Support, and Salvation | Psalm 3
Psalm 3 is a description of King David at the darkest point of his life - rejected and pursued by his son's army. However among all his failures leading up to this point the psalmist also demonstrates an uncanny ability to trust in God. Like David, we are surrounded, enclosed and encircled by hardships. So much so that it feels like there is no escape from harm. How do we endure this? We can endure hardships by trusting that no matter what comes; God is our shield, support and salvation. When we trust Him to be those things for us, we experience His honour, His strength at work and His justice.
Satisfy my Soul - Psalm 81
More often than not we say ‘yes’ to sin because we do not trust God to provide for our needs. All human beings are created with deep-seated needs to be met by God and His wealth of resources. The problem arrives when we look to illegitimate ways to satisfy those needs in our souls. Psalm 81 is a picture of the Father's heart for humanity on this subject. Pastor Robin helps us see how much God wants to provide for us in everything.
Discovering a God who Longs to Comfort Me - Psalm 23
Psalm 23 is perhaps one of the most well-known pieces of literature in history. Within the beautiful imagery and comforting language, discover life-changing truths about a Father committed to caring for His children.
Like Father, Like Child - Psalm 112
Psalm 111 and Psalm 112 are side by side are a picture of what The Father and His kids look like. Sometimes we live by the motivation that we are bad people, imposters needing to prove our worth or hide. Pastor Robin informs us that we do not have to live by the imposter syndrome but need to accept our acceptance as Children of God in order to live freely in the power of God to do good.
Dwelling in the Shelter of The Most High - Part 2
Pastor Josh continues his study of Psalm 91 where we discover the protection and care of God that leads to the promise of our salvation.