Good Morning “On Fire For Him”.Today we are in Psalm 85.The exiles have returned from Babylon, during Nehemiah and Ezra’s time.  God has forgiven His people and brought them back to their land.  The Psalmist asks  for Gods restoration,  but not just restoration to their land, restoration to right relationship with God.  The people have repented but there seems to be some doubt in the Psalmists ple...  Read More

Good Morning “Worshippers in His Courts and House.”  Today we are in Psalm 84.“Better is one day in your courts.  Better is one day in your house… Better is one day in your courts than thousands elsewhere”… come on sing it with me!  Many many years before Matt Redmond penned those words they were found here!The sons of Korah saw many come and go from The Temple Courts.  Many traveled long distance...  Read More

Good Morning “Comforted With The End of The Story.”  Today we are in Psalm 83.Asaph mentions 10 different nations of people set on destroying Israel.  Nowhere in Scripture do we see these 10 all attacking Israel at one time, so we take this as a summary of Israel’s oppressed history.  Gods people have always been under attack.  Millions upon millions of Jews have been killed throughout history sim...  Read More

Good Morning “Rescuers of The Weak…” Today we are in Psalm 82.Asaph acknowledges God presides over the gods.  What are we talking about here?  The term gods when seen with a small “g” is referring either to pagan gods (demons), and/or earthy leaders.  Reviewing the Hebrew, and considering the complete text points to the later.   It appears Asaph is speaking regarding evil governors.  “I said, ‘You...  Read More

Good Morning “Logical Livers.”  Today we are in Psalm 81.  Asaph urges Israel and really all of us to repent and serve The Lord FULLY and ONLY!  In that, we can shout for joy and praise Him.  He has proven Himself faithful in the past and will show Himself faithful in the future.  Understand His faithfulness may come in the form of blessing or discipline, but you can count on His faithfulness.  As...  Read More

Good Morning “Vine Dependents”.  Today we are in Psalm 80.The imagery of the Vine and the branches is something we are all probably familiar with.  I also reference it often with the youth.  In this Psalm Asaph compares the nation of Israel to a vine.  The vine once flourished when God was the caretaker, but when Israel turned Her back on God and severed herself from the vine She embraced her fles...  Read More

Good Morning “Objects of Jealousy.”  Today we are in Psalm 79.  Another Psalm of Asaph.  This one too appears to be referring to the time in Israel’s history when God used Nebuchadnezzar and the Babylonian army to conquer and take Judah captive.  They knew better.  They had turned away from God - in His jealousy He would turn them back.  “How long, Lord? Will you be angry forever? How long will yo...  Read More

Good Morning “Historians.”  Today we are in Psalm 78.Yesterday we remembered to remember.   Psalm 78 continues with a Maskil of Asaph, a contemplation, a remembrance.  Asaph is summarizing Israel’s history of obedience, rebellion and repentance, deliverance and restoration… then more rebellion.  It appears his intent is simple… do this and don’t do this!  Learn from those who both did it right and...  Read More

Good Morning “Remember-ers” of the good stuff. Today we are in Psalm 77.  Asaph cries out in Psalm 77.  At least in the beginning there is anguish… desperation… doubt, wondering if God has turned away.  “Will the Lord reject forever? Will he never show his favor again? Has his unfailing love vanished forever? Has his promise failed for all time?”‭‭Psalms‬ ‭77‬:‭7‬-‭8‬ ‭NIV‬‬ Perhaps like Asaph, li...  Read More

Good Morning “Properly Viewing God.”  Today we are in Psalm 76.  Yeah!!!! We win!  Today’s Psalm is a song of worship to God for the victory He gave His people.When the enemies invaded their land, God’s power turned them back and humbled them. The Psalmist urges all to fear the Lord and give to Him the honor He is due.As we’ve gone through Psalms we’ve been presented with a balanced view of God.  ...  Read More

Good Morning “Redemption Cup Drinkers.”  Today we are in Psalm 75.  “In the hand of the Lord is a cup full of foaming wine mixed with spices; he pours it out, and all the wicked of the earth drink it down to its very dregs.” Psalms‬ ‭75‬:‭8‬ ‭NIV‬‬In Psalm 73 regarding the wicked, we read - “Their mouths lay claim to heaven…”.  The level of deception, the arrogance that allows one boldly rebelling...  Read More

Good Morning “Avoiders or Discipline”. Today we are in Psalm 74.  This Psalm appears to be talking about the destruction of the TempleIn Jerusalem by the Babylonians.  If this is the case then Asaph is either speaking prophetically or this is a different Asaph than David’s Asaph.  Both entirely possible, as the Levite singers became known as “sons of Asaph”, (Ezra 2:41, Nehemiah 11:22)If we are in...  Read More