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Psalm 63 - “The Watches of the Night” (Day 4) Jul 28, 2022

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For the last few days, the words of David captured in Psalm 63 have brought us comfort and insight on quenching our spiritual thirst, the power of worship, and the art of dependency. A common theme thread through each verse is the power that comes through a mind centered on God. We want to delve deeper into this topic today and recognize that our minds shape our hearts, direct our eyes, and guide our steps.

Psalm 63 - “Better Than Life” (Day 3) Jul 27, 2022

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As we continue our journey through Psalm 63, we witness worship erupt in the wilderness. While on the run as others attempt to take his life, David directs his praise to the One who created his life. Like David, God wired us to worship. It is part of our DNA to give our affections and attention to something greater than ourselves

Psalm 63 - “Everything Starts With An Encounter” (Day 2) Jul 26, 2022

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There were numerous, justifiable reasons for David to be dismayed as he looked around at the desolate wasteland he now called home while writing Psalm 63. Yet, David didn’t give in to discouragement; He fought against those feelings by leaning on past experiences where God displayed His love, protection, and provision to him.

Psalm 63 - “Earnestly I Seek” (Day 1) Jul 25, 2022

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How we fill ourselves amid adversity is critical to how we recover. We need to create space for recovery. By tending to our hearts, we learn how to respond with courage declaring, like David, our need for God. Amid those dry places, David recognized his spiritual thirst in Psalm 63. By strengthening our faith, we activate a sustaining source that we can rely on no matter what comes our way.

Geoff Banks - "Cleaning House" | Summer Sabbath, Week 8 - Message Jul 24, 2022

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When we hear the word “sabbath”, our minds naturally gravitate toward a picture where it’s quiet and we’re alone. There’s no one else around except for God while we rest and recharge. And even though this is a critical and needed spiritual practice, togetherness should play a part in our ability to rest. The invitation to follow Jesus is an invitation to a family, and family makes time for family. We invite people into our world - the good, bad, and ugly and welcome them into every part of who we are.

Psalm 51 - “A Broken and Contrite Heart” (Day 5) Jul 22, 2022

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A jaded heart is unusable to God. A prideful heart doesn't believe it needs God in the first place. A fearful heart will never come out of hiding. But, a broken and contrite heart - that is one God not only welcomes and accepts but is eager to capture and transform. We display a broken spirit and contrite heart when we come humbly before God, acknowledging our sin and proclaiming God’s goodness. By doing so, we express our desperate and dependent need for God and His mercy.

Psalm 51 - “Restore To Me” (Day 4) Jul 21, 2022

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The many months of hiding his sin left David spiritually stagnant. David longs for a sense of intimacy and connection. We cannot lose our salvation, but our struggles possess the power to rob our joy and the connection we feel with God as we distance ourselves from Him. An immense and inexpressible joy is available to us; we tap into it when we are honest about our hearts, and express gratitude for all God has done for us.

Psalm 51 - “Create In Me” (Day 3) Jul 20, 2022

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What’s taking place on the inside is bound to show on the outside. Even though cleaning our hearts on the outside might fix our problems for a moment and perhaps draw the admiration of others for a bit, it doesn't address the root issue. David didn't need a well-groomed version of the heart he already had but an entirely new heart from God. And so do we.

Psalm 51 - “Always Before Me” (Day 2) Jul 19, 2022

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No matter how much he tried, David couldn't flee the constant reminders of his sin and the consequences that came with it. When it comes to our hidden sins and struggles, the ones we keep to ourselves deep inside, we act in much the same way as David. We avoid and attempt to escape it. We numb, medicate and distract ourselves. We try to ignore it and go about our business. None of these shortsighted tricks work on our regret, shame, grief, and misery - freedom only comes through acknowledgement and confession.

Psalm 51 - “Unfailing Love & Great Compassion” (Day 1) Jul 18, 2022

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Psalm 51 opens up with an anguished plea, "Have mercy on me, O God." Gone are the justifications and denials, replaced by an apologetic and remorseful spirit. David's once hardened heart has not only softened; its contriteness is on full display, laid bare before God. David saw the depth of his struggles, but he also caught a glimpse of the depth of God's unfailing love and great compassion.

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