The Family Bible Journey Podcast

A Shining Face? Psalms 79-80, OT 01:366

In these two psalms, we hear the prayers of God's people when he allows them to suffer for their folly, followed by a plea for his love and forgiveness. In these twin psalms, we hear a beautiful expression of God's love for His people in the Hebrew phrase translated as, "may your face shine upon us." This is a tender expression of God's unending love which we can never outrun.

Hidden Wisdom of God, I Corinthians 2, NT01:187

Paul spent months of his life peddling his tents and preaching the gospel in the shadow of the ancient Temple of Apollo. He took the Greek god of wisdom to task, by proclaiming the surpassing wisdom of the God Who is rich in mercy and love.

Enduring Faithfulness, Psalm 78, OT S1:E365

The enduring faithfulness described in this psalm works two ways. First, there is a detailed account of the Lord's enduring faithfulness to His people, despite their stubbornness towards Him. Second, it encourages us to endure in faithfulness by sharing Christ with coming generations. For those who are journaling with us through the Bible, it is a great double blessing!

Hope For Deliverance, Psalm 77, OT S1:E364

Sleepless nights are the worst! When we are oppressed spiritually, and greatly distressed, it's good for us to remember God's deliverance of His people of old. He didn't save them because they were any better than you, but simply because He loved them. He will also deliver you and use your time of distress to draw you ever closer to Himself in love.

A World Like Ours, I Corinthians 1, NT S1:E186

First century Corinth was so similar to our current age that there are innumerable applications to our lives. In our Corinthian episodes, we will learn how poignant these lessons are as we hear how deeply rooted Paul's preaching was in the life of this thriving ancient metropolis.

The Just and the Justifier, Psalms 75-76, OT S1:363

As Asaph wrestles with the terrifying reality of God's wrath, he finds hope in the Lord's promises. St. Paul echoes this sentiment in Romans 3:25-26, where we see how God makes a way for His faithful people to enter His kingdom in Christ. Only in Jesus can we make sense of the forgiveness of sins, and the God Who will judge all in equity and justice.

Calling God to Action, Psalm 74, OT S1:E362

There are times when it seems the whole world is falling apart. These times, that try our souls, God uses to bring our hearts and attention back to Him. But how do we pray, when it seems all is lost? By calling upon God's promises and remember his unchanging love.

Crush satan Underfoot, Romans 16, NT S1:E185

Paul encourages us to embrace the victory we have over satan in Christ Jesus by bringing people together and encouraging them in Christ. When we invest our time, energy and financial resources in the Lord's kingdom, we are a blessing to others as He is a blessing to us. We also experience a measure of love, joy and peace that the world can not take away.

Perspective, Pride and Promises, Psalm 73, OT S1:E361

In this psalm, Asaph, the psalmist, wrestles with the temptation to find his purpose and glory in the fleeting desires of his heart. Confessing his sin, and expressing his inner turmoil, he finds his way as he considers God's perspective, and meditates on God's promises. When we are confused, and tempted to go the way of the world, God is there to forgive our sin and guide us in His truth.

Praise of the Redeemed, Psalm 72, OT S1:E360

This final psalm of the second book of psalms is a psalm of all the Redeemed. We join David in praising our Redeemer King, Jesus! His victory is our victory, and so we have every reason to praise Him, both now and forever.