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Men Who Sang: Powerful Examples from the Bible

Music and singing are often thought of as something more natural for women or children, but the Bible paints a very different picture. Throughout Scripture, strong, courageous, godly men sang. Kings sang. Warriors sang. Prophets sang. Shepherds sang. Prisoners sang. … Continue reading

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What Does It Mean To Be “A Man After God’s Own Heart”?

The phrase “a man after God’s own heart” is one of the most striking descriptions found in the Bible. It was spoken about David, the shepherd boy who became king, warrior, psalmist, and leader of Israel. In Acts 13:22, God … Continue reading

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Psalm 134: Faithful Worship in the Quiet Places

Psalm 134 is the final psalm in the Songs of Ascents—those psalms sung by pilgrims as they journeyed up to Jerusalem to worship. After the crowds have arrived and the celebrations have settled, this short psalm closes the journey with … Continue reading

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What to Do With Bad News

“After Hezekiah received the letter from the messengers and read it, he went up to the Lord’s Temple and spread it out before the Lord. And Hezekiah prayed this prayer before the Lord…” — 2 Kings 19:14-15 What do you … Continue reading

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The Joy and Importance of Regular Church Attendance

In Psalm 122:1, David expresses his excitement about gathering with God’s people: “I was glad when they said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the Lord.’” This verse reflects the joy of being in God’s presence with … Continue reading

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