Ten Minute Bible Talks Devotional Bible Study Are You Prone to Wander? | The Writings | Psalm 129
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Dec 3, 2024 Are you feeling spiritually adrift? Explore the comforting grace of God, even in tough times, with insights from the hymn 'Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing.' Discover the transformative power of faith through trials and how one young man's chosen path changed everything. Delve into Psalm 129, reflecting on God's promise of deliverance from oppression and the call for justice. Embrace the redemptive love of Christ and foster a deeper connection with the divine.
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Robert Robinson's Life and Faith
- Robert Robinson, author of "Come Thou Fount," faced a difficult life, losing his father young and working as an apprentice.
- Despite personal struggles and grief, his faith endured, reflected in his famous hymn's honest portrayal of doubt and God's faithfulness.
Wandering Hearts and God's Faithfulness
- The hymn "Come Thou Fount" acknowledges our tendency to wander from God.
- It emphasizes God's faithfulness, not our strength, as what truly seals our hearts for eternity.
Psalm 129: Scars of Oppression
- Psalm 129 reflects on past afflictions and God's deliverance.
- It uses the imagery of plowing on one's back to depict oppression, highlighting God's righteous intervention.