BIBLE EMERGENCY NUMBERS

John14:1–4 In 13:36 Jesus responded to Peter’s question individually; now He answers the same question for all the disciples.

14:2 Mansions literally means “dwelling places.” A better translation is “rooms,” conveying the idea that there is ample space in heaven for all who come to Jesus as Savior.

Psalm 23:1–6 This refreshing pastoral psalm reflects absolute trust and peaceful confidence in God. It is divided into two metaphors: the Shepherd (vv. 1–4) and the Host (vv. 5, 6).

23:1 The picture of God as Shepherd is fulfilled and completed in the Person and work of Jesus Christ who is presented as the redeeming Good Shepherd (John 10:11), the resurrected Great Shepherd (Heb. 13:20), and the returning Chief Shepherd (1 Pet. 5:4).

23:3 Daily restoration of the anxious, weary soul is a major human need (2 Cor. 4:16). Walking the paths of righteousness that the Lord marks results in bringing honor to His name.

23:4 The key to provision is the presence of God (Josh. 1:5–9). This awesome thought causes the psalmist to change from mere statements (He . . .) to spontaneous heavenward praise (You are with me).

23:5 Of the two kinds of oil, the priestly anointing oil and the Oriental perfumed oil, this is the latter. This act shows favor and excellent hospitality.

23:6 Mercy (Hebrew chesed) is the unfailing, steadfast covenant love of God. This lovingkindness is similar to the NT word “grace” (John 1:16)

That’s God! So, with him on my side I’m fearless, afraid of no one and nothing. 2 When vandal hordes ride down ready to eat me alive, Those bullies and toughs fall flat on their faces. 3 When besieged,  I’m calm as a baby. When all hell breaks loose, I’m collected and cool. 4 I’m asking God for one thing, only one thing: To live with him in his house my whole life long. I’ll contemplate his beauty;  I’ll study at his feet.

11-12 Point me down your highway, God; direct me along a well-lighted street; show my enemies whose side you’re on. Don’t throw me to the dogs, those liars who are out to get me filling the air with their threats. 

13-14 I’m sure now I’ll see God’s goodness in the exuberant earth. Stay with God! Take heart. Don’t quit. I’ll say it again: Stay with God.

Psalm 27:1-4  We readily recognize that God’s strength lessens our need for fear, but we may overlook this same potential in His light and salvation.

2, 3 These threats can be withstood because of the confidence David gains from what is described in v. 4.

4 This desire of David gives us a key to understanding why he was a “man after God’s heart,” and so beloved and blessed by Him.

Psalm 27:7-14 MSG

Listen, God, I’m calling at the top of my lungs: “Be good to me! Answer me!” When my heart...After the praise in the first half of this psalm, the topic swings to prayer, ending with the statement revealing the key to victorious living: Wait on the Lord.

27:10 This is the psalmist’s way of saying that God is more concerned about our welfare than even one’s cherished father and mother could ever be. God’s love transcends parental love. This is more of a “proverbial statement,” and is not to be understood as if David’s parents forsook him. ~MSG