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751. “Even When I Am Old and Gray, Do Not Forsake Me, My God”

Psalm 71:1-24

Teach the Text

C. Hassell Bullock

... Insights A theme that ties Psalms 69–71 together is that of shame (69:6–7; 70:2–3; 71:1, 13, 24; see the “Additional Insights” following the unit on Ps. 72). In the modern Western world, where shame has become virtually a discredited emotion, we have some difficulty understanding this theme, which occurs here and in many places in the Psalter. In Israel’s world people were tied together by familial bonds that had implications for social life. If one member of the family fell into disrepute, the ...

752. The Flood

Genesis 6:1-8:22

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... majority of cases when the Hebrew verb for “repent” is used, surprisingly the subject is God. It is important to observe that God is not on this occasion angry or vengeful, but grieved, hurt. That is, 6:6 emphasizes God’s “tender” emotions rather than his “raw” emotions. Noah stands out among his peers. He is righteous and blameless and walks with God. Thus verse 9 supplies the answer to why Noah finds favor in the Lord’s eyes (6:8). Divine favor is not something Noah wins; it is something ...

753. Resolution: The Covenant to Change

Ezra 10:1-44

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... distress be seen and heard by the public. This is an example of how God can use the sincere emotional expression of a righteous person to bring conviction on the whole congregation. Ezra’s leadership is noteworthy; he does not force the people to submit to him. He trusts God to work among the people. Then, their representative, Shekaniah, comes to Ezra and urges him to lead the way in ...

754. The King’s Edict to Spare the Jews

Esther 8:1-17

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... 3:13 // 8:11), (6) the events are to take place on the thirteenth of Adar (3:13 // 8:12), and (7) the decree is issued by messengers throughout the city of Susa (3:15 // 8:14). In both cases, the people of the city of Susa react with deep emotions. Following Haman’s decree, the people of Susa are confounded and the Jews fear for their lives (3:15). Following Mordecai’s decree, the city of Susa holds “a joyous celebration,” and the Jews of every province cheer with dancing and feasting (8:15–17).

755. Job’s Opening Soliloquy

Job 3:1-26

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... of Job’s words convey a suffering typical of all humanity, though extreme. Yet in Job the reader is somewhat of a voyeur. The psalmists’ laments, often through generality, draw a reader in, and both share the despair. Though most recognize and understand Job’s emotion, the precise details of his calamity serve as a small hedge, keeping distance. Like Job’s friends, we look on and overhear his words, and they are not quite ours. Job’s soliloquy here and the one later in chapters 29–31 frame the ...

756. Psalm 69

Psalm 69:1-36

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... 12). He desires that they instead take courage (69:30–32). David continues sinking; God remains hidden (69:13–21). David’s enemies openly ridicule him (yet no believers come to his rescue) (69:19–21). No longer able to control his emotions, David spews out vitriolic imprecation against his enemies, calling down God’s unhindered destruction on them (69:22–28). Having vented his rage, David again seeks God’s help, declaring his confidence that God will accomplish great things for his people (69 ...

757. Recognize that, in the Light of Death, One Must Redeem the Time

Ecclesiastes 9:1-12

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... affirms that the requiting of the deeds of both the righteous and the wicked is in God’s sovereign control. Love and hate could be a merism (as in Eccles. 3:8), expressing the full range of emotions that may motivate one’s actions, probably human rather than divine (as in 9:6). These emotions are associated exclusively with humans in the book (Eccles. 2:17–18; 3:8; 5:10; 9:9). How a specific person will be treated by others and treat others remains unknown, for both those classified as “good ...

758. Sin and Punishment

Jeremiah 8:4--9:26

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... flagrant violation of truth and integrity would mean God’s punishment. Should Israel be spared? It is as though God throughout wrestles with the issue of what is the just and right thing to do. The “I” of verse 10 is Jeremiah, who once more responds emotionally by weeping at the prospect of punishment (9:10–16). The desolation is complete. No mooing of cattle and no sound of birds are heard. All signs of life are gone (cf. 4:25). The “I” of verse 11 is God. Scattering among the Gentiles will ...

759. An Angry God and an Awful Tragedy

Lamentations 2:1-22

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Gary M. Burge

... hand” (2:3, 4), his anger by the “hot nose” (NIV “fierce anger,” 2:3). Of the five different words for “anger” here, several have to do with heat and fire; they denote an intense emotional disturbance. God’s anger may be viewed as the expression of his justice, for here is not an impulsive emotional outburst, but a follow-through on a threat. By his anger God protects what he loves: justice. God’s anger is against evil. The effects of God’s wrathful action are pictured in different ways ...

760. Hope: God Loves You

Hosea 11:1-11

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... he is not a cold and heartless father; his heart goes out to his beloved children that he has to punish. This does not indicate that God is indecisive, does not know what to do, or is second-guessing himself. Because of his deep love for Israel he is in emotional anguish; he asks himself if it is really possible for him to give up on his children. In the past he was willing to punish the wicked cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, Admah and Zeboyim (Gen. 19:1–38; Deut. 29:23), but it is much more difficult to do ...

761. Second Meeting with Jerusalem Leadership

Galatians 2:1-10

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... difficult for interpreters to agree on. The Greek manuscripts vary slightly, but significantly, in verse 5. The difficulties are further complicated by the awkward grammatical connections of these verses. Obviously, the emotional tone of the moment is reflected in Paul’s recounting of it. Paul may have been so emotionally involved in describing the events that his secretary was hard pressed to put into written words the apostle’s swift-flowing descriptions. The most likely meaning of the text, backed by ...

762. Thanksgiving for the Thessalonians’ Faith

1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... ) by changing it to “grace” (charis), which summarizes the saving work of God through Jesus Christ (Rom. 3:24; 5:15; Eph. 2:8; 2 Thess. 2:16). To “grace” he adds “peace,” a common greeting among the Jews. This “peace” is not an emotional disposition but describes the relational status of a person or people reconciled with God (Rom. 5:1). The combined greeting is more than a formality; it is a blessing that embraces the totality of the divine benefits the authors desire for these believers. 1 ...

763. Paul’s Longing to See the Thessalonians

1 Thessalonians 2:17--3:5

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... exhorted to persevere in the faith (Acts 14:22; and 11:23; 16:40; 20:1; and see 2 Thess. 2:17). Timothy’s mission was prompted by concerns Paul had about the Thessalonians’ stability in the midst of persecution (3:3). “Unsettled” in 3:3 could mean a profound emotional agitation but also may suggest the idea of being “shaken” or “moved.” This latter concept is in mind, and for this reason Paul sent Timothy to “establish” or “strengthen” them (3:2). Paul’s concern was not their ...

764. Timothy’s Encouraging Report

1 Thessalonians 3:6-13

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... no hostile feelings or bad memories, but rather their memories of the apostles were “pleasant” in the sense of “good,” “friendly,” or “tender.” The longing for reunion was mutual. Friendly letters often included a comment that the separation was only physical and not emotional, and also expressed the desire to be reunited (1 Thess. 2:17; cf. 2 Cor. 1:16; Philem. 22; 2 John 12; 3 John 14). Such reciprocity marked true friendship. The mutuality of friendship (cf. Rom. 1:10–11; 2 Cor. 1:7 ...

765. Thanksgiving and Appeal

2 Timothy 1:1-2:13

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... him in resurrection (2:11; see also Rom. 6:8): now a cross, later a crown (2:12a; cf. Matt. 19:28). However, if on the last day we deny Christ, he will deny us (2:12b; see also Matt. 10:33). Paul uses an unusual and emotionally charged future tense in the “if” clause that begins, “If we disown him” (literally “if we will disown him”), indicating the unthinkability of the act. Paul is remembering those who have abandoned him in prison (2 Tim. 1:15; 4:10). Others have abandoned Paul’s teaching ...

766. Today Can Be the First Day of Your New Life!

Matthew 2:13-23

Sermon

King Duncan

... journey. The man said, “You told me you were going to kill 10,000 people, but I heard that 70,000 in that city were killed.” Death shrugged its shoulders, “I did only kill 10,000; the others were killed by fear.” The most basic of all human emotions is fear. And fear in proper doses is healthy. Many people, however, are almost totally dominated by their fears. It may be fear of failure, or fear of ridicule. It may be fear of places, or fear of people. There are as many fears as there are demands ...

767. When Lazarus Leaped and Laughed

John 11:1-45

Sermon

Robert Leslie Holmes

... with a loved one dying. We do not know but we might imagine that among the emotions of that dark moment when Lazarus died, there could be found guilt for what had been said or done or perhaps left unsaid and undone. Any pastor can tell you ... that these emotions are often among those experienced when a loved one dies. Death is a reprehensible happening. It tears apart families and friendships. No matter ...

768. The Time Is Now!

Luke 24:50-53

Sermon

Robert Leslie Holmes

Unlike John or Peter, the gospel writer Luke was a cool-headed intellect. Luke was a physician. As a physician, he was trained to keep his emotional distance from the events he saw. Nobody wants a physician who lets emotion run ahead of intellect. We want our medical doctors to be able to confront the most remarkable experiences and stay calm; to analyze, decide the best course of action, and prescribe whatever it takes to get the patient well again. Above all else, "Keep calm and carry on." That is, ...

769. New Year's Resolutions

Matthew 25:31-46

Sermon

James L. Killen

... not to slip into the popular notion that love is mostly about sex, we are likely to think of it as a matter of warm sentimental emotion. We can't see how that could equip us to cope with the tough realities of life in the real world. If we study our Bibles ... but may have eternal life" (John 3:16). What does the word "love" represent in that context? It is much more than a warm emotion. In that context, the word "love" represents a commitment, a commitment of life to life, it is wanting for all who are loved ...

770. Do You Have Your Key Ready?

John 20:1-18

Sermon

King Duncan

... this precise moment we do not know. Tear swollen eyes combined with pre-dawn darkness could explain Mary’s failure to recognize Jesus immediately. Undoubtedly, however, when he called her name, there was a sunrise in Mary’s heart. “Rab-boni!” With a sudden surge of emotion she sought to embrace him. It was the natural response of deep and grateful love. It was Jesus who had made a new woman of Mary Magdalene. Tradition has painted her to be a woman of the streets. Whether this is so is a matter of ...

771. Wounded Healers

Isaiah 52:13--53:12

Sermon

Charley Reeb

... with cancer and has offered through her wounds understanding, comfort, and healing. She reaches out in love as she provides an all-inclusive way to treat cancer for those who have tried everything else medical science offers. With her capable staff, she provides physical, emotional, and spiritual support. By God’s grace, some of the people my mother seeks to help are able to find a quality of life in the midst of their cancer they never believed possible. But the sweetest thing about this ministry is that ...

772. God Has the Last Word

Acts 10:34-43

Sermon

Charley Reeb

... unstoppable.”[1] If you have seen Jaws, you remember how primal and unstoppable was the shark. Perhaps after seeing the movie, you were one of many who thought twice before wading into the ocean. Williams took two simple notes and struck at the depths of people’s emotions. In fact, I would venture to say that for most of us these two notes translate into two words: (E) NO (F) HOPE! (E) NO (F) HOPE! (E) NO (F) HOPE! (E) NO (F) HOPE! What are the sounds which evoke hopelessness within you? Perhaps it is ...

773. Elephants in the Room: Anxiety

Mark 4:35-41

Sermon

Charley Reeb

... played golf that day? My adrenalin was pumping so hard I couldn’t swing a golf club. I played awful. I was shaking for half of the round. That rattlesnake got my attention and so did my anxiety! I could not function for hours after that! Fear is certainly an emotion that gets our attention! No matter how tough or prepared we are in life, fear creeps up on all of us. In fact, if I took a poll today and asked how many of you are worried or anxious about something going on in your life the majority of you ...

774. The Guilt Offering

Leviticus 5:14--6:7

Understanding Series

W. H. Bellinger, Jr.

... in the context of the covenant cult. Guilt is a frequent topic for psychologists today. Many people seem to think that if they feel guilty, they have fulfilled their religious responsibilities. In contrast, these biblical texts deal less with emotion than with breaches of relationship with God and with a fellow member of the covenant community, a neighbor (Lev. 6:1). Violating the covenant relationship, human or divine, brings responsibility and calls for acts of reconciliation. This section provides ...

775. Job's Third Reply to Bildad

Job 26:1--31:40

Understanding Series

Gerald H. Wilson

... concluding postscript: “The words of Job are ended” (v. 40c). Because these awkward assertions occur at the beginning and end, however, it seems they form a sort of inclusio around the chapter. This unexpected outburst at the end emphasizes the emotion behind Job’s desire to see God—emotion that escapes his ability to carefully control it and present it in an orderly fashion. 31:35 Oh, that I had some one to hear me! Job’s desire for a hearing is palpable. He employs the idiomatic expression mi ...

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