Songs of Summer: Psalm 96 - A Mission Song (Aug 20)

God has made us for something very large. He has made us with a global purpose in mind. Many things are important in life but this is the largest cause of all. Every follower of Jesus of Jesus is part of a diverse movement, marked by solidarity and welcome, to express and present God to the nations-- that every one might know that they are called and cherished.

Scripture Reading - Psalm 96

1Sing to the LORD a new song; 
    Sing to the LORD, all the earth. 
2     Sing to the LORD, bless His name; 
    Proclaim good tidings of His salvation from day to day. 
3     Tell of His glory among the nations, 
    His wonderful deeds among all the peoples. 
4     For great is the LORD and greatly to be praised; 
    He is to be feared above all gods. 
5     For all the gods of the peoples are idols, 
    But the LORD made the heavens. 
6     Splendor and majesty are before Him, 
    Strength and beauty are in His sanctuary. 

7  Ascribe to the LORD, O families of the peoples, 
    Ascribe to the LORD glory and strength. 
8     Ascribe to the LORD the glory of His name; 
    Bring an offering and come into His courts. 
9     Worship the LORD in holy attire; 
    Tremble before Him, all the earth. 
10     Say among the nations, “The LORD reigns; 
    Indeed, the world is firmly established, it will not be moved; 
    He will judge the peoples with equity.” 

11 Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice; 
    Let the sea roar, and all it contains; 
12     Let the field exult, and all that is in it. 
    Then all the trees of the forest will sing for joy
13     Before the LORD, for He is coming, 
    For He is coming to judge the earth. 
    He will judge the world in righteousness
    And the peoples in His faithfulness. 

SERMON NOTES

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Haley Courtney, a member of our worship team shares her favorite psalm(s)

Here are some additional resources we recommend as we reflect on the Psalms this summer:

Reflections on the Psalms by C. S. Lewis. This little gem "makes clear their significance in our daily lives, and reminds us of their power to illuminate moments of grace as they teach us about God, Scripture, and the significance of faith." Also available as an audible book. 

A Long Obedience In the Same Direction by Eugene Peterson. This book looks at the Psalms 120-134 -- known as the Psalms of Ascents. This grouping of songs were song as people made their way to Jerusalem for the great festivals. Peterson's exposition is moving, theological, and substantial.  Also available as an audible book.

Perseverance: A Long Obedience in the Same Direction is a bible-study based on Psalms 120-134 and Peterson's book. You could use this alone or with others for a summer "Songs of Summer" study/daily devotions.

31 Days to Get the Message: Psalms and Proverbs by Eugene Peterson. The books of Psalms and Proverbs are presented in a thirty-one day audible devotional format. The readings are taken from Peterson's dynamic translation of the Psalms and Proverbs. This might help jumpstart or refresh your devotional habits.

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