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Daily Encouragement: Psalm 69 (link in bio) In th

Daily Encouragement: Psalm 69
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In this psalm, David cries out to God for deliverance from his enemies. David acknowledges his own sin (v5), but the persecution he is experiencing is due to representing God (v7). Despite the opposition he faced, David was passionate about the glory of God and the worship of God by His covenant people. This zeal for God drove him to endure suffering, even unjust ones.

Many years later, the Son of David would quote these words when he cleansed the temple by driving out sellers who turned the the temple from a house of prayer to a den of thieves. Jesus is passionate for the glory of God and the people of God. Paul would point to the church as the temple (Ephesians 2:19-22), whom Jesus is holding together as the cornerstone. So even while we are apart from physically gathering, Jesus is holding us together in Him. He is building His church, because the church is not a building but a covenant people. Let us continue to meet together (even virtually) that God would use each another to be passionate for His glory and zealous for His people.

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Daily Encouragement: Psalm 68 (link in bio) Bless

Daily Encouragement: Psalm 68
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Blessed be the Lord, who daily bears us up; God is our salvation (Psalm 68:19)

Your trust in someone grows as you look at their track record. If they had a history of faithfulness and good deeds, you can have greater confidence that they can be trusted. In this psalm, David had confidence that God would carry His people every day. Not only in days of trouble but every day of their lives. David recounted God’s track record. He remembered God’s salvation, when He led His people out of Egypt and through the wilderness (v3-8). He recounted God’s power in providing victory for God’s people in the Promised Land (v11-18). If God was faithful to His people in the past, David can be sure that God will be faithful to him in the present.

On the other side of the Cross, we see God’s perfect track record as He brought the promised Messiah into the world at just the right time (Galatians 4:4).He sent the Holy Spirit to empower His people just when they needed Him (Acts 1:8). Because God was always with His people in the past, we can have confidence that He always carry us daily into the future. No matter what you are going through today, believe that God is holding you even though you cannot see Him.
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Daily Encouragement: Psalm 67 (link in bio) Human

Daily Encouragement: Psalm 67
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Humankind’s rebellion against God resulted in a brokenness towards one another. Instead of a a unified humanity worshipping the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, the evils of racism, discrimination and division floods the human heart. Yet, the grace of God can overcome even the darkest of hearts, shining the light of the Gospel into it (2 Cor. 4:6). God’s heart is for all nations, for all people are created in the image of God. Equal in value, robust in diversity. God chose Abraham and his descendants to bless all people’s of the earth. Through the Jewish people God would bring Jesus the Savior of the world to live, die and rise again, so that anyone who believes in him experiences the saving power of God, being adopted into His diverse family.

The grace of God shines upon us so that others may experience the saving power of God in their lives. As God has blessed us, we bless others by sharing Jesus with them. The motivation comes from His grace and the power comes from His Spirit. How can you be a blessing to others in the name of Jesus today? Pray, watch and step out in a prayerful dependency on the Spirit.

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Mahalo to all who participated in our “Bless Nuu

Mahalo to all who participated in our “Bless Nuuanu” project! Through you, we we were able to bless Kuakini Medical Center and the Mae Mae Elementary School Admin. with care packages while also supporting a couple local restaurants. Praise Jesus!
Mahalo @harborwestoahu for the blueprint to this project.

Daily Encouragement: Psalm 66 (link in bio) There

Daily Encouragement: Psalm 66
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There are times in life when we need someone to talk to and when we call that trusted family member or friend, they were not there for us. Whether intentional or not, you probably experienced times in your life where you felt as if no one knows what you are going through and no one cares. God does and if you are His child, He hears your prayers.

He may not answer our prayers the way that we expect, but we can know that He will do what is for our ultimate good. When Jesus told His disciples that He would be betrayed and crucified, Peter took Him aside to rebuke Him. God had a much bigger plan than Peter’s, the salvation of His people. Like Peter, you may expect God to respond to you in a way that you expect only to find out that God did the complete opposite. Yet in the big picture, and one you probably do not fully see, God’s way of responding to your prayer is exactly what you needed even though you did not realize it at the time.

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Daily Encouragement: Psalm 65 (link in bio) God r

Daily Encouragement: Psalm 65
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God rescued David from many dangers in his life. From giants, to armies to jealous kings. God calmed the roaring seas that sought to capsize David’s life. God would once again calm the seas many years later. His disciples calling out to Him in fear, Jesus rebuked the storm and it died down. .

Like David (v8), the disciples responded to Jesus with awe. But in another way, they responded to Jesus in fear. Who was this man in the boat with them? Later they would come to a greater understanding that it was God Himself who came to them not only to calm a storm but to pay the price for their sin.

What David anticipated through the sacrificial system (v4), the disciples would witness it’s fulfillment. The storm stiller became the sin bearer. Let us who live in the “ends of the earth” shout for joy for His salvation.
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Daily Encouragement: Psalm 64 (link in bio) God w

Daily Encouragement: Psalm 64
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God wants to hear your voice. He desires for you to bring your cares and concerns to Him. The first verse of this psalm begins with the psalmist opening up his heart to God. The Psalmist is pursed by enemies, who seek his life.

At times we may not come open before the Lord because we are fearful of Him or are unsure if He cares about our individual needs. Or we maybe feel like all hope is lost, so what is the point of going God since nothing will change? The Good News is even when we were unable to come to Jesus because of our fallenness, He can to us. He left heaven and lived on earth to lay down His life on the cross so that at any time and for any reason we can come to the Father.

He defeated our greatest enemy sin and death, and in response we can share with others what He has done for us (v9). Reflect on the redeeming work of Jesus today, thanking Him for adopting you into His family forever. Then ask the Holy Spirit to empower you to share the Gospel with others.
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Daily Encouragement: Psalm 63 (link in bio) The o

Daily Encouragement: Psalm 63
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The only one who could fully satisfy David’s heart was God. No one can fill the longing that our souls have but Him. No amount of stuff or pleasures of this life can fill the God-sized void in our hearts. David sought after God. Even God’s gifts cannot substitute for His presence. It is God’s love, not His stuff, that is better than life (v3). As life seemingly shifts to a new normal, by God’s Spirit, let’s not rush back to the temporary things that we once thought gave life. But instead drink deeply the love of Jesus for ultimate joy. .

Ravi Zacharias put it this way, “I came to Him because I did not know which way to turn. I remained with Him because there is no other way I wish to turn. I came to Him longing for something I did not have. I remain with Him because I have something I will not trade. I came to Him as a stranger. I remain with Him in the most intimate of friendships.”
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Due to the short term and long term effects of thi

Due to the short term and long term effects of this pandemic, we need to form strategies for how we navigate family, workplace, schooling and relationships. In Esther chapter 5, we will receive steps in how to think through such strategies.

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Daily Encouragement: Psalm 62 (link in bio) In a

Daily Encouragement: Psalm 62
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In a time where our state is experiencing great financial need, it is natural to think money is the ultimate solution. Money can be used for great good, providing food and shelter for people. Money can also be a snare for those who trust in it to the point of pursuing it at all costs, even illegally (v10). Perhaps for you money is tight, and there’s a real temptation to compromise the God-given values found in His word in order to make money. .

In those moments of temptation remember that power belongs to God, and His commitment to you is unwavering (v11-12). So trust God and do what is right for He cares for you and will reward those who do right and punish those who have done evil (v12). #dailyencouragement #apsalmaday #psalm62 #harbornuuanu #harborhawaii #harborchurch #churchinhawaii #churchinhonolulu #hawaii #hawaiieconomy

Daily Encouragement: Psalm 61 (link in bio) No ma

Daily Encouragement: Psalm 61
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No matter how far your seem or feel from God, you can call out to him. “The end of the earth” is the furthest parts of the earth, where a person may be. Remember the younger brother in the story that Jesus told. He was living life among the pigs, yet it was in that place of need and humility that he decided to turn back to the Father. .

Hardships have a way of unmasking our need for God. It makes us realize that we are ultimately not in control over our circumstances. We need a more stable rock to trust (v3). That rock is Jesus. If He was able to take care of your sin problem by taking the full punishment on the cross for your sins, He is fully capable to see you through any circumstance that comes your way. So no matter how faint your heart is, call to your Savior.
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Daily Encouragement: Psalm 60 (link in bio) Life

Daily Encouragement: Psalm 60
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Life as we know it seems to be entering another phase of change. As businesses, activities and public venues slowly continue to open more and more, the instinct of many will be to pull themselves up “from their bootstraps” and bring life back to some new normal. As restrictions continue to lift, the temptation may be to grow more self-reliant, rather than Spirit-dependent. .

This psalm reminds us that the help from man (which includes our own self-help) is ultimately in vain. Yes, God uses humans and institutions to sustain His world, but these things are not the savior in and of themselves. As the world and our island continues to face the challenges of COVID-19 and its effects, let us remain prayerfully dependent on the help of God in the ups and downs in life. Go to Him in prayer acknowledging your need for Him today and thanking Him for His faithfulness in your life.
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