17till I entered the sanctuar...

17till I entered the sanctuary of God; then I understood their final destiny. - P74

26My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.

27Those who are far from you will perish; you destroy all who are unfaithful to you.

28But as for me, it is good to be near God. I have made the Sovereign Lord my refuge; I will tell of all your deeds.

- P75

23Yet I am always with you; you hold me by my right hand.

24You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will take me into glory.

25Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you.

- P75

The psalmist realizes that the wicked‘s success is temporary. Entering God‘ssanctuary, he understands that their downfall is inevitable.  - P75

He recognizesGod‘s constant guidance and declares that God is his strength and portion forever. He concludes that nearness to God is good and vows to tell of His deeds. - P75

Asaph the psalmist has a change of perspective when he enters the presence of God. In the sanctuary, he gains divine insight as he sees the true fate of the wicked. What once seemed desirable and secure is now exposed as fleeting and unstable. - P76

The wealth and power of the ungodly are like a dream that vanishes upon waking. This realization shifts Asaph’s focus from earthly prosperity to eternal security in God. - P76

Many times, we are tempted to chase temporary pleasures, forgetting that they will ultimately fade. Only our relationship with God has lasting value. - P76

When we seek Him, we gain true wisdom and contentment. God’s presence reorients our hearts and helps us see life through the lens of eternity, where His justice prevails. - P76

Reflecting on his past struggles, Asaph acknowledges that bitterness hadclouded his judgment when he lost sight of God‘s perspective. He onenvied the wicked, but now he realizes that God Himself is his greatesttreasure.  - P76

No earthly possession or success can compare to the security, joy,
and fulfillment found in the Lord. Whether in life or death, God remainsour refuge and strength.  - P76

Our ultimate hope is not in wealth, health, orcircumstances but in the tshakable presenceof God.  - P76

When we abide inHim, our hearts find true peace and contentment.  - P76

No matter what we face,
we can trust that God is with us, guiding and sustaining us. - P76

Father, forgive me for the times I have sought security in the things of this world. You alone are my portion and my refuge. - P77

Draw me closer to You, and help me find my greatest joy and deepest satisfaction in Your presence. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen. - P77

The psalmist, Asaph, first expresses what is troubling his heart. However,
he explains that going to the Lord and understanding God‘s ways have ledhim to no longer be troubled. We can hold similar sentiments to Asaphwhen there are situations in our lives that challenge and frustrate us.  - P77

Duringsuch difficult situations, we can become discouraged to the point that webegin to question God‘s character and doubt His wisdom. Yet, Asaph‘sunderstanding when he enters the presence of God reminds us of what weneed to do when our hearts become deeply discouraged in times of trouble:we must seek the Lord.
- P77

There are many ways we can seek God including reading the Bible andpraying to Him. Reading Scripture helps us to better understand God‘scharacter; we realize who He is and who we are as His followers. Goingto God in prayer helps us to express our weary hearts to Him.  - P77

We can askHim to help us trust in His will and His ways. Seeking God by readingthe Bible and praying to Him strengthens us and allows us to exercise ouri hope and trust in Him.  - P77

In giving us access to His Word and the freedomto communicate with Him, God demonstrates His commitment to us.  - P77

Wecome to know just how willing He is to be there for us because He loves us.
He wants us to seek and find Him, and we often gain greater understandingof our doubts and questions when we do. - P77

˝따라서 당신은 그리스도의 ‘오라‘는 메아리를계속 ...

 "따라서 당신은 그리스도의 ‘오라‘는 메아리를계속 만들어가는 삶으로 나아가게 될 것입니다. 이것이 주님께 모든 것을 맡기고나아가는 영혼들에게 나타나는 결과입니다." 주님께 나아가면 주님께서 각자에게 가장 적합한 방법으로 우리를 사용하실 것입니다. 그리고 우리는 샘솟듯이 솟아나는 성령님의 역사를 경험하게 될 것입니다.
- P191

한줄노트 성도의 삶이란 모든 주권을 주님께 양도한 삶이며, 이를 통해 계속적인 하나님의 역사를 체험하며 살아가는 삶입니다. - P191

양도된 우리의 삶을 하나님께서 거룩하게 사용하실 것이라는 말입니다. 하나님의 거룩한 실험은 실패한 적이 없다는 것을 명심해야 합니다.
- P191

한 줄 노트 하나님의 관심은 오로지 ‘권리 포기‘에 있다는 것을 기억하십시오. 우리의 재능이나 기질로하나님의 일을 한다는 착각에서 벗어나야 합니다.
- P191

성도란 오로지 그리스도께 자신을 철저하게 양도함으로써 흘러나오는 도덕적 본성을 소유한 사람입니다. 하나님께 양도된 우리의 삶은 ‘하나님의 영에 의해 언제나 새롭게 됩니다. 이때 성도는 모든 환경을 주도해 나가시는 분이 하나님이라는 사실을 깨닫습니다. 주님께 모든 것을 내려놓으십시오. - P191

챔버스는 그리스도께 나아가고자 하는 성도들의 생활에서인간의 ‘기질‘과 자신의 ‘애착‘이 방해가 된다고 말합니다. 우리는 종종 ‘우리의재능을 하나님께 드린다‘는 표현을 사용합니다. 그러나 이 말은 성립되지 않습니다. 우리가 삶에서 하나님을 섬기는 데 바친다고 하는 것이 사실은 본래 그분의것을 돌려드리는 일이니 말입니다.  - P191

John 15:4 NLT
[4] Remain in me, and I will remain in you. For a branch cannot produce fruit if it is severed from the vine, and you cannot be fruitful unless you remain in me.
- P192

모든 상황 속에서우리에게는 순종의 훈련이 필요합니다. "하나님께서저절로 내가 예수님처럼 생각하도록 만들지 않으셨습니다. 스스로 그렇게 해합니다. 즉 나의 모든 생각을 주님께 복종하도록 해야 합니다." 주님께서는들에게 포도나무 비유를 통해 "내 안에 거하라"고 명령하셨습니다. 우리 인생모든 영역이 포도나무인 예수님 안에 붙어 있어야 한다는 의미입니다.  - P192

"주님께서는 그분의 몸이 어디에 있든 하나님과 함께하셨습니다. 주님은 스스로 상황을 선택하지 않으셨습니다. 주님이 하나님의 뜻을 따라 아버지의관점에서 일하셨으므로 우리 또한 그분의 방법에 익숙해지도록 훈련받아야 합니다. 중요한 것은 우리가 어떤 상황에 처했느냐가 아니라, 어떤 상황에서도 주님이 우리와 함께하시느냐입니다.
- P192

한줄노트 우리가 주님 안에 거할 때, 어떤 상황도 우리의 삶에서 하나님을 가로막을 수 없다는 것을깨닫게 됩니다.
- P192

챔버스는 우리가 핑계를 대는 것이 문제라고 말합니다.
"네, 주님. 잠깐만요. 지금은 이것을 해야 하거든요. 네, 이것을 마치면 주님 안에거하겠습니다. 이 주가 지나면, 모든 것이 잘되면, 그러면 거하겠습니다.  - P192

당장 나아가십시오. 지금 거하십시오. 처음에는 계속적인 노력이 필요합니다. 그러나때가 되면 삶의 습관이 되어 무의식중에 주님 안에 거하게 될 것입니다. 어느 곳에 있든지 주님 안에 거하기로 결단하십시오."
- P192

한줄노트 우리에게 필요한 ‘서두름‘은 어떤 행동이 아니라 주님 안에 거하는 것입니다.
- P192

11They say, ˝How would God kn...

11They say, "How would God know? Does the Most High know anything?"

12This is what the wicked are like— always free of care, they go on amassing wealth.

13Surely in vain I have kept my heart pure and have washed my hands in innocence.

14All day long I have been afflicted, and every morning brings new punishments.
- P71

The psalmist struggles internally while reflecting on God’s goodness. He observes that the arrogant and wicked seem to prosper while those who follow God face hardship. - P72

The psalmist envies the wicked and even questions why he should be faithful. Many believers have similar thoughts, wondering why they must struggle when others seem to have everything they desire. Yet, the psalmist realizes that focusing solely on material wealth and worldly success can cause a person to lose eternal perspective. - P72

True fulfillment is found not in our possessions but in our relationship with God. - P72

Through Jesus Christ, we have something far greater than anything the world can offer: eternal security and divine purpose. - P72

We can anchor our joy and contentment in this truth. - P72

When have you envied those who seemed to thrive without God?
Ask the Lord to help you find contentment in His presence rather than in fleeting worldly success. - P72

Lord, when I see the wicked prosper, help me not to grow weary in my faith. - P73

Keep my heart from envy and remind me that You are my true reward. - P73

Strengthen my trust in Your justice and faithfulness. In Your name I pray, amen. - P73

The psalmist struggles with envy toward the wicked, who seem to prosperdespite their arrogance. He describes their wealth, pride, and apparent immunity to suffering, leading him to question the value of righteousness.  - P71

He wonders if his keeping his heart pure has been
 in vain amid daily hardships. - P71

The wicked are prideful and rebellious in their prosperity. They mock Godand live without restraint, and yet they seem to thrive materially. Meanwhile, the psalmist struggles with affliction despite his continual commit-ment to God. He experiences frustration and doubt at this apparent in-justice.  - P72

We might wrestle with similar feelings, especially when we equatematerial success with God‘s favor. However, Scripture teaches that trialsrefine our character and deepen our trust in God.  - P72

Prosperity is not always asign of divine approval, just as suffering is not necessarily a mark of divinedispleasure.  - P72

God‘s patience with the wicked does not mean He endorsestheir ways. In His perfect timing, He will bring justice, and His righteous-ness will prevail - P72

Jesus Himself faced many trials, so we can anticipate that following Himdoes not mean we live our lives without any troubles. We are not promisedmaterial wealth, perfect health, and all the wants and desires of our hearts.
- P73

However, in following Christ, we can know that we will always be able tofind comfort in the ultimate source of joy, peace, and hope during momentswhen the burdens of life are overwhelming and full of despair.  - P73

That ultimate source of hope is the love, truth, and grace found only in Christ Jesus.
This means that, as believers in Him, we can find true prosperity-thefreedom that is found only in a restored relationship with God. - P73

˝사람들은 영적으로 최상일 때는 매우 대단한 성도라는...

"사람들은 영적으로 최상일 때는 매우 대단한 성도라는 말을 듣습니다. 그러나영적으로 침체일 때는 아무에게도 본이 되지 않는 형편없는 성도가 됩니다." 제자 혹은 성도의 삶은 영적 홍역에 걸린 것처럼 부분적으로 드러나는 것이 아니라, 삶의 전 영역에서 드러나야 합니다. 이때 우리는 ‘교만‘을 경계해야 합니다.
교만은 자신을 신격화해서 하나님의 자리를 대신하려는 욕망입니다. - P190

진정한 겸손은 전적으로 하나님의 능력을 의지하것입니다. 나 스스로 할 수 있다는 말만 교만이 아니라, 나 스스로 할 수 없다.말도 교만임을 명심해야 합니다.
챔버스가 말하는 ‘능력 없는 십자가는 여전히 자기 과거에 얽매여 있는 사람이취하는 태도입니다. 그들은 ‘영적 홍역처럼 몇 군데에만 새로운 이름을 가진들입니다.  - P190

우리가 스스로 ‘성도‘라 말하지 않는 이유는 "당신이 성도가 되고 싶지 않거나 당신을 성도로 만드신 하나님을 믿지 않거나 둘 중 하나입니다. 어면 우리 마음속에 애써 피하고 싶은 사명이 있었던 것은 아닙니까?  - P190

진정한 성도가 되는 방법은 주님께 나아와 주님과 함께 거하는 것입니다. 우리가 이 세상서 주님과 함께 성도로서 살면 영원히 주님과 함께 거하게 될 것입니다.
한줄노트 ‘나는 진정한 성도라고 할 수 없어!‘라는 말이 겸손이 아닌 또 다른 교만이라는 사실을 기억하십시오.
- P190

묵상 질문 당신은 부분적인 그리스도인입니까, 아니면 언제나 하나님을 묵상하고 바라는 온전한성도입니까? - P190

Mark 1:17 NLT
[17] Jesus called out to them, "Come, follow me, and I will show you how to fish for people!" - P191

6This is what the Lord comman...

6This is what the Lord commands for Zelophehad’s daughters: They may marry anyone they please as long as they marry within their father’s tribal clan.

7No inheritance in Israel is to pass from one tribe to another, for every Israelite shall keep the tribal inheritance of their ancestors.

8Every daughter who inherits land in any Israelite tribe must marry someone in her father’s tribal clan, so that every Israelite will possess the inheritance of their ancestors.

9No inheritance may pass from one tribe to another, for each Israelite tribe is to keep the land it inherits."

- P67

10So Zelophehad’s daughters did as the Lord commanded Moses.

11Zelophehad’s daughters—Mahlah, Tirzah, Hoglah, Milkah and Noah—married their cousins on their father’s side.

12They married within the clans of the descendants of Manasseh son of Joseph, and their inheritance remained in their father’s tribe and clan.

13These are the commands and regulations the Lord gave through Moses to the Israelites on the plains of Moab by the Jordan across from Jericho.

- P67

The leaders of Manasseh worry that if the daughters of Zelophehad marryoutside the tribe, their land will transfer to another tribe. God commands thedaughters of Zelophehad to marry within their tribe to keep land inheritancestable.  - P67

The daughters obey, preserving their family‘s portion. - P67

The leaders of the clan of Gilead come to Moses with a concern about the inheritance of Zelophehad’s daughters. They fear that if the daughters marry men from other tribes, their land would eventually belong to the tribes they marry into. - P68

The Lord affirms that the leaders present a legitimate concern; they rightfully want to protect their clan’s inheritance. His instruction is that the daughters of Zelophehad can marry whoever they please within their father’s tribal clan, ensuring the land stays within the tribe. - P68

While granting them the right to inherit, God sets boundaries to preserve the inheritance of each tribe. God cares about maintaining fairness within His community. - P68

He turns our thoughtful questions into perfect solutions that align with His divine order.
- P68

The daughters of Zelophehad respond to God‘s instructions in obedience,
placing God‘s will above their own. This is important because God‘s instructions provide the blueprint for how God‘s people are to build theirlives as they enter the promised land.  - P68

Now, as the Israelites camp on theplains of Moab, about to crossoss the JordanJordan River to take possession of theirinheritance, God presents them with a manual for life.  - P68

They are to carefullyprotect their inheritance, whichnot only their land but also theirfaith. Though granted freedoms, they must be guided by thecommands given by God.  - P68

Ultimately, they must place God‘s commandsabove their own desires. For God‘s people, obedience is the key to life. - P68

Heavenly Father, thank you for revealing the blueprint for my life and guiding me to live in a way that honors You. - P69

Help me align every area of my life with Your will so that I may glorify You. In Jesus’ name, amen. - P69

As we complete one phase of our journey and prepare for the next, we oftereflect on our mistakes and make plans to avoid repeating them. In a similway, the book of Numbers recounts the Israelites‘ long journey toward thepromised land. It recounts the census, the giving of the Law, and the distrbution of the land. It concludes with additions to the Law that will guithe Israelites‘ new way of life in the promised land.  - P69

God has already provided everything they need, now it is up to the Israelites to commit to theway of life He has set before them. When they possess the land, they muremember the God who spoke to Zelophehad‘s daughters.  - P69

He is a Gowho upholds His commands, grants privileges within the good boundariesof His will, and expects obedience from His people.  - P69

Remembering God‘sprovision and instructions is key at every stage of our lives, whether we areat the end of one chapter or at the beginning of another. - P69