It is an image of abundance, a cup overflowing, and contentment. Psalm 23 reminds us that in life or in death — in times of plenty or want — God is good and worthy of our trust. The psalm uses the metaphor of a shepherd’s care for his sheep to describe the wisdom, strength and …
This call to worship invites the congregation to turn their attention toward God. Brief, to-the-point, and motivating. This call to worship is taken from the twelfth chapter of Hebrews. Chapter 12 comes directly after the “Hall of Faith” of Hebrews chapter 11. The new covenant The ultimate reward of enduring hardship and discipline folds back …
Listen to what Moses told the Israelites in Deuteronomy 1:29-31 as if he were speaking to you. First, you should not be afraid of them, or let them shake your core. Second, the Lord will fight for you like he did for you in Egypt and in the wilderness when he carried you like a …
Ezekiel saw a valley filled with dead, dry bones. A barren wilderness where life had once been, but was no more. We are these. And it seems dismal. But the story gets better as God asks Ezekiel if these bones can live. Whether Ezekiel doubts this possibility or not, his answer is a diplomatic: “You …
Understanding our position as the people of God’s pasture, and also understanding the greatness of God, helps us to properly worship Him. We have some natural sense of awe or appreciation of greatness when in the presence of someone that our culture regards as great. However, it is even more appropriate for us to deeply …
Hebrews 11, the “Hall of Faith”, is a tour through some of the great feats of courage, strength, and miraculous intervention in the history of man, and comprises, in part, the “Cloud of Witnesses” referred to in Hebrews 12. The chapter reads like a tour through history with the guide pointing out the key moments …
Dana Norton, Song Park, and Aaron McCrary recited Luke 1:26 to 2:14 intermixed with Christmas worship songs at Valley Bible Church in Pleasanton, California on December 4th, 2022
We have all this treasure in clay jars, a metaphor for our human vulnerability, making it clear that the power belongs to God not us (2 Corinthians 4:7). Indeed, it takes shape in our contradictory experiences of being afflicted, but not crushed; perplexed but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but …
Levi Esli recited Psalm 100 on October 2nd, 2022, at the International Christian Fellowship in Oberursel, Germany.
The mission of the By Heart ministry is to promote Scripture recitation so that it becomes a natural part of Christian worship services, discipleship programs, and outreach. By Heart is intended to promote and be a clearinghouse for resources, techniques, and encouragement regarding Scripture recitation.
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