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STEP 6: WEEK 38
DEATH OR LIFE? Death is real (Psalms 88, 90). It came into the world because of sin (Romans 6:23). Everlasting life in the Kingdom of God is the true Bible hope. Therefore there must be a resurrection from the dead for those who are heirs of the Kingdom. Those who thus put their trust in God will be blessed abundantly with everlasting joy and peace in His Kingdom. The Psalms continue to proclaim this theme and to show us that NOW is our opportunity to choose between death and life. DAILY NOTESSUNDAY - Psalm 67 - This Psalm describes the future Kingdom of God. Only God can bless and provide His people with PEACE. See Numbers 6:24-26. MONDAY - Psalm 72 - The future Kingdom is again described. The king will be Messiah who is Christ. Note what devastating moral, social and political changes there will be. Compare verse 19 with Numbers 14:21. TUESDAY - Psalm 88 - Verses 10-12.There is no consciousness in death. While we are still alive we have chance to prepare for the second coming of Jesus. WEDNESDAY - Psalm 90 - This Psalm was written by Moses. It contrasts the eternity of God with the brevity of man's life. Therefore we should use our time wisely (verse 12) for we do not know when our lives will end. THURSDAY - Psalm 91 - God is the refuge and protection of those who trust Him. Those who have faith will be saved. Jesus applied this Psalm to himself (verses 11-12: Matthew 4:6). FRIDAY - Psalm 95 - Here are more references to the need for faith and action while we still live. There is a final day of rest for the faithful (verse 11). SATURDAY - Psalm 96 - God will judge the world with righteousness when Jesus comes (verse 13 and Psalm 98:9). See Acts 17:31 which echoes this Psalm. |
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