Psalm 22 is extensively quoted by and lived out by Jesus while he is dying on the cross. Jesus specifically quotes some words from the Psalm, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me". Some elements of Psalm 22 are fulfilled during his crucifixion, such as the Messiah's garments being divided, and his executioners casting dice for a share of his clothing. There is one phr...

"You are dust, and to dust you shall return." Genesis 3:19b These words were spoken by God to Adam when he fell into sin in the Garden of Eden. They remind us of the fragile and fleeting nature of life. The phrase is often read at the graveside during the funeral of a Christian or repeated in Ash Wednesday services in . many different branches of the church. They serve as...

"Surely the Lord is in this place, and I was not aware of it . . . How awesome is this place! This is none other than the house of God; this is the gate of heaven." - Genesis 28:16-17 One of the reasons for gathering together for in-person worship is the corporate experience of God. While it is great to be alone with God, as Jesus modeled for us in the gospels, there are ...