Listen to Pastor Nick read the “Firestarter” and Psalm 119:25-32.

The Hebrew word mitsvah is generally translated as “commandment.” The root tsavah means, “to establish,” “to constitute,” referring to the terms of a contract between persons in a relation of intimacy, such as a father to a son, or a teacher to a pupil. Here it is the relation of God to his beloved child—you. The term Bas/Bar Mitsvah is used when a Jewish girl or boy has become a “Child of the Commandment” at age 13.

The psalmist does not cower before the commandments of the Lord. Quite the contrary; his heart is enlarged by completing what the Lord wants. In a relation of love and intimacy, we long to fulfill the desires, the wants, and the commandments of the beloved.

Jesus has given us a New Commandment to love one another. Returning love to Jesus is eternally linked with showing love for each other.

Psalm 119:25-48

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Example: Heart enlarged by Your mitsvah v. 32

During the Easter Season this year we read Psalm 119 which has 176 verses.

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Listen to Pastor Nick read the “Firestarter” and Proverbs 25:11-24.

John Chrysostom was a powerful and holy preacher in fourth century Constantinople. His given name means “Golden-Mouthed,” having the reputation of being the greatest expositor of the Bible in his time. His life embodied verse 11. Would you like to be remembered in a similar way? Then let your mouth be set by the silver of silence, opening yourself to the power of the Holy Spirit so that all that you say can be as gold.

In Romans 12:20, Paul uses verses 21–22 in his teaching about overcoming evil with good.

What proverbs especially move you? Writing them will deepen their impact. Place your written copies in settings where their brilliant quality will shine all the more, transforming your thoughts—and thus your mouth— into gold.

Proverbs 25

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Example: Fitting word: apples of gold. v. 11

Tuesdays are dedicated to the Old Testament books of history
and the Hebrew “Writings.”
In the Easter Season this year we read Easter: Prov 24 -26; Nehemiah.

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Listen to Pastor Nick read the “Firestarter” and Ezekiel 37:1-14.

Though you may feel as a victim, God is working right now to bring justice into your situation. Pray in consonance with God. Find strength in the victory described when God promises the restoration of the Holy Lands. Repeat over and over 36:26, which recalls the very same promise of the Lord in Jeremiah 31:31–34 about receiving a new spirit in a new heart.

Even if you feel that your life is as dry as the bones of chapter 37, the Lord can remake you into the image of Christ risen. Surrender to the same power that raised Jesus from the dead and you will find your weary bones quivering with life.

As you hear God speak this message of power, become quiet and listen to the specific words of strength and energy that the Lord is speaking to your heart.

Ezekiel 36—37

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Example: Breath entering the dry bones 37:5

Mondays are dedicated to the reading of the Hebrew Prophets.
In the Easter Season this year we read Ezekiel 33—48.

For all the Firestarters I recommend the ebook.  You will have the entire program of well over a thousand of these introductions with you on your phone or tablet. Check the menu options at the site for more information.