Psalm: 102 Meditation: GenGod’s preservation and protection continue in the life of Jacob. In this passage the God of Jacob’s ancestors becomes the God of a humbled Jacob, now called Israel. Jacob, who had always relied on his own intellect, strength or cunning would be crippled but rely on God’s divine grace. Jacob’s meeting with …
Tag: Protection
Tuesday, February 21
Psalm: 97 Meditation: GenAfter 20 plus years, Jacob feels the pull of the Lord to return to the land of God’s promise. This chastened and humbled Jacob has been cheated to and lied to but relies on God’s provision and protection. We also see there is no love lost between Jacob’s wives and their father. …
Saturday, February 18
Psalm: 87 Meditation:Gen Here we see a great example of God’s provision, protection and irony in the life of Jacob. Jacob’s lies and deception had caused him to be alone and a fugitive from his brother’s anger. Jacob ends up at the right well, as the right girl approaches. Jacob then begins a life where …
Friday, October 28
Psalm: 40 Meditation: NehDo you think this is one of the most amazing stories of God’s providence in the Bible? Imagine asking your boss or king for a paid leave and to pay to finish rebuilding your city and a new home. He also asks for letters and soldiers to protect him. The King says …
Thursday, August 11
Psalm: 105:1-22 Meditation: JudgesSampson is an example of how someone can fulfill God’s purpose even though they do everything wrong. Samson provided 20 years of protection from the Philistines. Scripture tells us this wedding was part of Sampson’s plan to move against the Philistines. The guests at this party threatened the lives of the bride …
Saturday, June 18
Psalm: 90 Meditation: 1 SamuelWhat happens when you take God for granted? The people of Israel began to think of the sacred vessels of God as magical talismans that could provide protection and victory without God. This use of the Ark of the Covenant would lead to the disgrace and loss of 30,000 lives. Their …
Tuesday, April 26
Psalms: 52, 53 Meditation John: This scene is the Last Supper (Passover). According to this passage the secret of eternal life is “That they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent.” (v. 3) Then Jesus prays for the disciples who will be left alone once Jesus leaves until …
God Knows Us
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 How many thoughts does God have about us? [Hint to Parents: See Psalm 139:17-18] How does it make you feel that God knows you and thinks about you this much? Let’s find out …
God is My Shepherd
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 Today, Pastor Nate talked about shepherds. How do shepherds take care of their sheep? [Activity: You might want to have the kids draw pictures of how shepherds take care of their sheep. They …
God is Bigger
Listen. Listen to the pre-recorded Children’s Message together. You can find it at pacificunionchurch.org/churchsmall Review Have a conversation with the kids about what they are most scared of. If you would like, you can have the kids draw pictures of something scary. How do we feel when we see something scary? How does God do …
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