July 15, 2024
July 21 Study | She Displayed Love
Esther took the bold step of going to the king uninvited . . .
Articles for tag: Psalm 63
September 18, 2023
September 24 | The Lord Speaks
For centuries scholars have wrestled with the “natural” meaning of the Song of Songs. Is its meaning to be understood literally or figuratively? . . .
October 31, 2022
November 6 | A Heart That Seeks God
The theme of seeking God unites sections of Psalms 63 and 105. In strong parallelism and with beautiful pictures, the psalmists told us where God could be found and what that would mean for the whole world.
March 22, 2018
The Bold Invitation
By Kevin Dooley During Passion Week we reflect on Christ’s sufferings for us. We may also remember the sufferings of the apostles and the persecuted church throughout history. Today, millions of people around the world are boldly proclaiming the gospel in the midst of great suffering for their faith. They invite us to know Christ “and the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of His sufferings.” It is the key to reaching the unbelieving world with the gospel of hope. My wife, Kim, and I have been privileged to serve alongside the persecuted church in countries that
August 17, 2012
Blessed Thirst
Daniel Schantz reflects on physical thirst as a picture of our deeper longing for God and considers how the Lord’s table points us toward forgiveness, righteousness, and the refreshing river of grace.
October 25, 2010
Lesson for Oct. 31, 2010: God”s Comforting Presence (Psalm 63)
Bruce Stoker reflects on Psalm 63, showing how David found comfort in God’s presence while living through both a physical and spiritual wilderness.
September 14, 2008
The Discipline of Worship
Becky Ahlberg explores worship as a spiritual discipline, showing how pursuit, purpose, priority, surrender, and healthy participation in the church shape a mature relationship with God.
Practice God’s Presence While You Walk
A workout walk on a lonely canyon road becomes an unexpected spiritual discipline—learning to notice God, release burdens, love others well, and cling to him in ordinary, gritty moments.
October 16, 2005
2005 NACC: President’s Message, “Journey to the Presence”
Howard Brammer reflects on the North American Christian Convention and argues that the defining mark of God’s people is not programming or polish, but an unmistakable encounter with the Presence of God.
