Psalm 24 Meditation: Galatians – The desires of the flesh mentioned by Paul in this passage are in direct opposition with the Fruits of the Spirit that he also mentions. Peace cannot exist in a situation where there is discord, jealousy, and hatred. Neither can Self-Control exist in the same situation as fits of rage, …
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First Sunday in Advent: Hope Call To Worship: Psalm 80 Advent Scripture: Lamentations 3:17-26 Prayer Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-8 Sermon Scripture: Mark 13:28-37 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EpEvMOzLpVw&feature=youtu.be
Monday, November 30
Psalm: 1, 2, 3 Meditation Matthew: This is Matthew’s account of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. He rode upon a donkey (ass – KJV) which has some significance. while this verse (5) is fulfillment of Zechariah 9:9 virtually verbatim, the import finds itself footed in the Book of Judges (5:10). The judge and later the …
Friday, September 4
Psalms: 31 Meditation 1 Kings: Solomon was a very conflicted man. In his youth he had asked for and received great and godly wisdom. God also game him great wealth – so much so that he did not need God. The peace he and his kingdom enjoyed allowed Solomon to be tempted into marrying many …
A Bedtime Prayer
Listen. If you missed the Children’s Message on Sunday, you can listen to a recording of it here: http://www.pacificunionchurch.org/churchsmall starting Monday. Review What kind of prayer is Psalm 4? What is it for? [Hint to parents: Psalm 4 is a bedtime prayer for a long, bad, frustrating day.] Have you ever had a bad frustrating …
Friday, August 28
Psalms: 22 Meditation 1 Kings: While David lived, he prepared materials for the building of the Temple. He had been told by Nathan that prophet that it was not the LORD’s house he was to build but rather the LORD was going to build David’s house. So, David had amassed much gold, silver, and precious …
Wednesday, August 26
Psalms: 12, 14 Meditation 1 Kings: This passage shows that Solomon was wise before he had asked for wisdom. The LORD was so impressed with Solomon’s request that in addition to granting him great wisdom, the LORD also gave him great wealth and peace throughout the region. The only “fly in the ointment” or pall …
Peace
Listen. Listen to the pre-recorded Children’s Message together. You can find it at pacificunionchurch.org/churchsmall Review What two groups of people did not like each other in Pastor Nate’s talk? What divided them? [Hint to Parents: There was both a physical wall in the temple and God’s Law that kept these two groups separated.] What two …
Going Deeper: June 28
Read Ephesians 2:11-22 together. Watch the sermon video (available at pacificunionchurch.org/churchsmall) Listen. How does the Apostle Paul stretch your understanding of God’s peace? What is Jesus’ good news of peace? What is God saying to you about peace? Respond. In Christ, we have been reconciled to God and have joined a new family. “They” have become …
Monday, February 17
Psalm: 71 Meditation These are the waning days of Epiphany (the manifestation). Today’s reading recounts for us Jesus’ triumphal entry in Jerusalem. How does He come into town? He comes riding on a donkey – a symbol of peace. Revelation tells us that the next time He comes He will be astride a white horse …
