This week considers the different ways the Bible commands us to “fear not” and how we are to combat those fears. We are also given another command in scripture to “fear God.” This episode will allow listeners to think through what it means to rightly fear the Lord. Scripture Referenced: Psalm 33:8-21 Listen to "Such An Awesome God" by The Worship Initiative on Spotify and Apple Music! For more information visit theworshipinitiative.com.
We have a formidable enemy who is cunning and seeks to steal, kill and destroy in our lives. But, we have an even greater God who pushes back the darkness and protects us like a powerful, yet gentle shepherd. This episode explores Psalm 23 and the protection that is ours in Christ. Scripture Referenced: Psalm 23:4-6 Listen to "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God" by The Worship Initiative on Spotify and Apple Music! For more information visit theworshipinitiative.com.
With the global pandemic, wars being waged and mental health related deaths on the rise, it feels as though we’ve never been more susceptible to the fear of death. We are bombarded with the harsh reality that life here on earth can be short and full of heartache. But, we live with the light of eternity in mind - a forever home in perfect union with our Father in Heaven! Scripture Referenced: Psalm 116:3-9 Listen to "Christ Our Hope In Life And Death" by The Worship Initiative on Spotify and Apple Music! For more information visit theworshipinitiative.com.
Perhaps the biggest topic of conversation in society right now centers around anxiety. With all of the pandemic, political and world news circulating, it’s no wonder that our anxiety has skyrocketed. This episode explores what the Bible has to say about fearing the future and how turning to the Lord is our greatest hope. Scripture Referenced: Psalm 16:5-11 Listen to "Cast My Cares (My Portion)" by The Worship Initiative on Spotify and Apple Music! For more information visit theworshipinitiative.com.
The fear of man can cause us to be silent, when we should speak up and can make us freeze instead of act. It can damage relationships and often leaves us feeling empty and anxious. This episode will help listeners see how the Bible addresses our fear of man and how to fight against it. Scripture Referenced: Psalm 56:1-11 Listen to "Jesus Only Jesus" by The Worship Initiative on Spotify and Apple Music! For more information visit theworshipinitiative.com.
Everyone experiences fear about something in their life. We are innately hard-wired to feel some fear, but more often than not, we experience fear because we are not dwelling with Christ. This episode encourages listeners to place themselves in the refuge of the Lord. Scripture Referenced: Psalm 91:1-15 Listen to "He Will Hold Me Fast" by Shane & Shane on Spotify and Apple Music! For more information visit theworshipinitiative.com.
Throughout scripture, trees are mentioned more than any living thing other than humans or God. This week we have been reading, reflecting, and praying about how God uses trees from Genesis through Revelation as an image of creation, promises, prophecy, redemption, freedom, and flourishing. Today, we will read about how humans are like trees, capable of flourishing or falling depending on where they are rooted. Scripture referenced: Psalm 1, Matthew 13:18-23 For more information visit theworshipinitiative.com.
Throughout scripture, trees are mentioned more than any living thing other than humans or God. This week we have been reading, reflecting, and praying about how God uses trees from Genesis through Revelation as an image of creation, promises, prophecy, redemption, freedom, and flourishing. Today, we will consider how Jesus compares the kingdom of God to a mustard seed, and how the Tree of Life will give abundant fruit in the future kingdom of God, granting us full freedom with God for all eternity. Scripture Referenced: Matthew 13:31-32, Revelation 22:1-5, 16-21 For more information visit theworshipinitiative.com.
Throughout scripture, trees are mentioned more than any living thing other than humans or God. This week we have been reading, reflecting, and praying about how God uses trees from Genesis through Revelation as an image of creation, promises, prophecy, redemption, freedom, and flourishing. Today, we will read the story of Jesus in the garden of Gethsemane leading to his ultimate crucifixion as the perfect and sufficient sacrifice for all sin on a tree in a high place. Scripture Referenced: Matthew 26:36-45, John 19:16-18, 1 Peter 2:21-24 For more information visit theworshipinitiative.com.
Throughout scripture, trees are mentioned more than any living thing other than humans or God. This week we have been reading, reflecting, and praying about how God uses trees from Genesis through Revelation as an image of creation, promises, prophecy, redemption, freedom, and flourishing. Today, we will explore three specific passages from the prophecy of Isaiah that uniquely highlight trees, mountains, and plants. Scripture referenced: Isaiah 1:27-30, Isaiah 10:33-11:5, 10, Isaiah 41: 17-20
Throughout scripture, trees are mentioned more than any living thing other than humans or God. This week we have been reading, reflecting, and praying about how God uses trees from Genesis through Revelation as an image of creation, promises, prophecy, redemption, freedom, and flourishing. Today, we will read the story of Noah and Abraham, and how they encountered God often at trees on high places. Scripture referenced: Genesis 6:11-14, Genesis 8:2-5, 18-21
Throughout scripture, trees are mentioned more than any living thing other than humans or God. This week we will read, reflect, and pray about how God uses trees from Genesis through Revelation as an image of creation, promises, prophecy, redemption, freedom, and flourishing. Today, we will read the story of the creation of the Tree of Life and the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil, and reflect on humanity’s choice between these two trees. Scripture Referenced: Genesis 2:8-9, 16-27, Genesis 3:1-7, 22-24
Praise be to God that in Jesus you have a good shepherd who left the 99 to rescue you. He laid his life down, as a good shepherd does, so that you could be redeemed. Now, the awesome realities of Psalm 23 are available to you. Listen to "He Will Hold Me Fast" by Shane & Shane on Spotify and Apple Music! For more information visit theworshipinitiative.com.
Throughout the scriptures we see a God who is transcendent and holy, yet personal and relational. He cares for mankind. We can know Him as our father. Let’s look at Psalm 8, centering on the majesty of God and His caring for mankind. Listen to "Psalm 8" by Shane & Shane on Spotify and Apple Music! For more information visit theworshipinitiative.com.
Have you ever thought about what Jesus is doing at this very moment? It’s an interesting question, and the scriptures provide us an answer. Christ is interceding for believers– he is constantly appealing to the father, applying what the atonement accomplished. Listen to "What a Friend We Have in Jesus" by The Worship Initiative on Spotify and Apple Music! For more information visit theworshipinitiative.com.
Let’s look at Christ’s compassion–his desire to move toward the hurting and afflicted. Jesus’ ministry was marked by compassion. His life proved his heart. Over and over in the gospels we see him moving toward the broken, lost, and suffering. Listen to "Give Us Your Heart" by The Worship Initiative on Spotify and Apple Music! For more information visit theworshipinitiative.com.
Are you tired? Worn down? Burned out on religion? Jesus is calling you to Himself in order that you may experience true rest. Let’s look at Christ’s heart for sinners & sufferers, as described in Matthew 11:28-30. Listen to "There's Peace" by John Marc Kohl on Spotify and Apple Music! For more information visit theworshipinitiative.com.
Let’s focus on “The Sweet Exchange” today and think about Christ becoming sin, and us being imputed with His righteousness (2 Cor. 5:21). Listen to "Divine Exchange" by The Worship Initiative on Spotify and Apple Music! For more information visit theworshipinitiative.com.
Psalm 51 is a lament of David, asking God to forgive his sins and remove them. This Psalm encourages us to turn to God in our weaknesses as well, and receive His forgiveness.
Today’s prayer is over Psalm 34. This Psalm prompts us to praise God who is near to the brokenhearted.