Date: 4/16/2004
Time: 10:56:26 AM
The psalmist sings of an experience of the abundant mercy and grace of God. As in other readings for today, the recognition of God's presence brings transformation and response.
Date: 4/19/2004
Time: 10:20:08 PM
The subtitle said, "a Song of dedication of the house, by David". Here we see that David attribute all of his success to God. This Psalm was written in his prosperity (v.6, 7) and he asked for God's continued blessing (v. 10).
What interesting is that in this Psalm of thanksgiving, written in the height of David's prospertity, the author didn't mention about any other material blessings, beside the main story of the Lord had saved his life. Why didn't we have the same attitude in thanksgiving? We often thanks for jobs, for materials blessing, but not thank him for saving our lives?
Coho, Midway City.
Date: 6/28/2004
Time: 9:40:16 AM
"Weeping may linger for the night, but joy comes in the morning." I see this as a phrase that may speak comfort in a troubled world. I feel some obligation to speak on a patriotic theme since this is Independence Day in the U.S. This appeals to me as a way to acknowledge the fact that our country has seen (and caused) dark days, but we still find hope in God, whatever our political stripe or bent. -Dale in Chattanooga