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March 22: “The Forsaken Savior” (Psalm 22:1-5)
By quoting Psalm 22, Jesus is inviting us to understand his death. While Jesus was hung on the cross, darkness fell upon the whole land at noon, for three hours. Darkness signified God’s judgment. Jesus felt forsaken because God’s wrath against humanity was poured out on him. Because God’s wrath was spent on Jesus, God’s […]
Continue readingMarch 15: “The Victorious King” (Psalm 110)
In Psalm 110, God makes three promises concerning the Messiah: First, Jesus will reign over the nations as the king at God’s right hand. Second, Jesus will serve as God’s High Priest forever. Third, Jesus will crush his enemies on the day of his wrath. We find our atonement in the ministry of Jesus as […]
Continue readingMarch 8: “The Good Shepherd” (Psalm 23)
Psalm 23 points to Jesus as Our Good Shepherd. The shepherd provides, guides, and protects, ensuring that all the needs of the sheep are met. But most of all, the good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep so that they can live eternally in God’s House. Is Jesus “MY” shepherd? How have you […]
Continue readingMarch 1: “The Resurrection and the Life” (Psalm 16)
Psalm 16 points to Jesus as the Resurrection and the Life. David believed God’s promise that one of his descendants would reign forever. Seeing what was to come, David spoke about the resurrection of the Messiah. Psalm 16 points to Jesus’ promise that those who believe in him will live eternally. (John 11:25 & 10:28). […]
Continue readingFebruary 22: “The Son of God” (Psalm 2)
Psalm 2 is a messianic psalm that points to Jesus as the Messiah and the Son of God. The Psalm identifies a human problem and God’s solution. Our problem is our rebellion against God’s rule. God’s solution is Jesus. The only way to avoid God’s wrath against the rebels is to kiss the Son of […]
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