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The Psalms: God's Language for Calling Out our Souls - Psalm 119 - A Heart for the WordThe Word/Law is more than “information” - it is “formation” as we meditate on the Word and let it shape us. We have a tendency to read the Bible for information rather than for formation. God invites us to obey him through his Word, as a response to his love for us. Scriptures Used: Ps 119: 41-44, 97-112, John 1:1-5, 14 Mike WeaverThe River Anglican Church | Jan. 10, 2020Epiphany Sunday! In today's message, Deacon Mary McDonald brings the good news that the Jewish messiah isn't just for the jews, but for non-Jews as well. We follow the first non-Jewish worshipers of Jesus as we seek to worship Him in our own ways. The Psalms: God's Language for Calling Out our Souls - Psalm 96Do you want to make 2020 your best year yet? Mary McDonald preaches on how to use Psalm 96 to help make 2020 your best year yet. Scriptures used: Psalm 96, John 5:24 Rev. Dr. Mary McDonaldThe River Anglican Church | Jan. 3, 2020On the second Sunday of Christmas, Pastor Jonathan Tagg challenges us to seek the healing that God provides, not the healing we think we need. A special added bonus: an original song composed by Jonathan, "Finally." The Psalms: God's Language for Calling Out our Souls - Psalm 100Sometimes it’s hard to feel joyous when there is so much chaos going on around us. There are three things that we can do to help find the joy God desires us all to embody. Scriptures Used: Psalm 100; Revelation 2:2-5 Chris MeckleyThe Psalms: God's Language for Calling Out our Souls - Psalm 126:1-6 - Keep Working While You WaitThis sermon was delivered during the Bishop’s annual parish visit. Scripture Used: Psalm 126; Nehemiah 6:1-9 and 8:13-18; Mark 4:26-34 The Rt. Rev. Dr. Steve BreedlovePsalms: God’s Language for Calling Out our SoulsWaiting can be incredibly exciting or terrifying. How can we wait with hope and expectation?Psalm 130 gives us guidelines for waiting. Scriptures Used: Psalm 130, Luke 18:9-14 Meaningful Conversation Starters: What does it look like for you to prepare for Christmas? What would it take for you to get ready? Claire AndrewsThe Psalms: God’s Language for Calling Out our Souls - Psalm 107:1-43Psalm 107 encourages us to remember the power of God that saves us, and others. It reminds us to witness verbally, publicly and boldly of that saving power, trusting for ourselves and others. Scriptures Used: Psalm 107:1-43; Luke 4:16-30 Rev. Dr. Jonathan TaggBe Angry and Do Not Sin - The Imprecatory PsalmsThe "imprecatory" psalms - the psalms of anger against injustice - are rarely read or preached on in church. This is unfortunate because they are a gift: Spirit-inspired words to voice righteous indignation about the very real evils in the world. Paul calls on us to be truthful -- to "BE ANGRY, and do not sin." These psalms allow us to do this, with humility (recognizing our own sinfulness), and to give our anger to God to handle it in his way and his time. Scriptures Used: Psalm 58 and Romans 12:14-21 Rev. Chris AndrewsThe Psalms: God’s Language for Calling Out our Souls - Psalm 27:1-14Psalm 27 is one of confidence in the Lord’s ability to be light, salvation and a stronghold for those who put their trust in Him. It teaches the importance of a relationship with Jesus that is personal, a priority and protective. Scriptures Used: Psalm 27:1-14; John 4:1-26 Rev. Dr. Jonathan TaggPagination- Previous page
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