Women in the Church

In the first century, it was customary for Jewish men to daily recount their various blessings before the Lord. According to rabbinic tradition, pious men were to lift up their hands and give thanks in the following manner, “Lord, I thank you I am not a heathen; I thank you I am not illiterate; I thank you … More Women in the Church

Our Very Present Help in Time of Trouble

The Psalmist encouraged his fellow worshipers to turn their eyes towards heaven with adoration and delight. Even though they could not see God, he was their friend. Yahweh was their refuge, their strength, their help, and their comforter. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the … More Our Very Present Help in Time of Trouble