Do you ever feel with the psalmist that life has become frighteningly out of control? How can God's law help you regain confidence?

I respect and love your commandments;
I will meditate on your instructions.

~Psalm 119:48

 

Not just my own, but life in general, for everybody, has become frighteningly out of control.  We are so quick to make judgements of others or things these days.  But through God's assurance, the truth will be revealed to use someday soon.

What are the "proper channels" you expect to see spiritual leadership come from? Has God ever led you through someone outside those channels?

The Lord made a solemn promise and will not take it back:
“You will be a priest forever
in the priestly order of Melchizedek.”

~Psalm 110:4

 

A tough question to answer, but I would expect to see spiritual leadership come from my pastor.

How does nature affect you? How do you affect it?

Lord, you have made so many things!
How wisely you made them all!
The earth is filled with your creatures.

~Psalm 104:24

 

It puts me in awe of it's beauty.  I affect it by praying and giving thanks to God for his magnificent creation.

If you were to refer to a single past event for encouragement, what would it be?

I will remember your great deeds, Lord;
I will recall the wonders you did in the past.

~Psalm 77:11

 

There are so many to choose from!  A current event I have experienced recently may not bring as much encouragement as I have hoped, but for one thing, now that I have the ability to see better, that has given me encouragement that I will do better at my profession.

 



When you fail, what is your response - to cover up your failure, or to publicize your confession?

Against you, you only, have I sinned
and done what is evil in your sight;
so you are right in your verdict
and justified when you judge.

~Psalm 51:4

 

I am more likely to publicize my confession and take responsibility for it.

What does Paul single out ofr praise in the Philippian church? How are these qualities present in your church?

I thank my God for you every time I think of you;

~Philippians 1:3

 

His thoughts and trust of the people of Philippi.  The qualities that Paul sees in these people are also present within my on church.  There are people that will go the extra mile to help those that are in need.

When you sing to God, what kind of emotions do you hope to feel? What kind of music contributes to that?

Sing to him a new song;
play skillfully, and shout for joy.

~Psalm 33:3

 

I usually hope to feel joy.  The music that helps to contribute to this feeling is Praise and Worship.