The Hebrew word Hased, used in Psalm 119:41, conveys a breadth of meaning, including kindness and God's patient dealing with the nation of Israel. God's mercy is often connected to salvation, rescuing individuals from consequences of disobedience. The psalmist praised the basis for God's mercies, expressing trust and hope in the Scriptures, and committed to obedience. [... more]

Exploring the concept of the Word of the Year, a practice of seeking a guiding word from God to deepen intimacy and intentionality in one's faith journey. Guests share their personal experiences with the Word of the Year, highlighting the importance of humility, service, and growth in their relationships with God and others. [... more]

A pastor shares a story about a listener who received mercy and was able to change his life after being given $5 by a stranger who was led by God to help him. The stranger, Mike, shares his experience of being obedient to God's promptings and how it led to a miraculous encounter with the homeless man, who was then able to receive help and guidance from a local Christian organization. [... more]

David's friendship with Jonathan is rooted in a covenant of love, which is an expression of God's eternal covenant. This love is a steadfast and loyal commitment, not based on human merit but on God's mercy and grace. David's appeal to Jonathan to deal kindly with him is an illustration of the nature of this covenant love, which is a love that will not let us go, even when we are undeserving. [... more]

A conversation with Michael Card explores the concept of hesed love, a form of covenantal or unconditional love that God offers to humanity, and how it can transform relationships and marriages. [... more]

Michael Card explains the concept of hesed, a Hebrew word for God's loving kindness, and how it applies to marriage, forgiveness, and redemption. He shares personal stories and biblical examples of hesed, and encourages listeners to experience God's hesed love in their relationships. [... more]

Michael Card shares about his spiritual mentors and the profound impact they had on his life, particularly his mentor William Lane, who helped shape his understanding of God's loving kindness and hesed love. Card also talks about his own journey of faith and how he came to write songs that point to Jesus. [... more]

Moses writes Psalm 90 as a prayer of the people of God in the wilderness, expressing their desire for God's steadfast love and mercy. The Psalm reveals God's eternal nature, faithfulness, and fearfulness, emphasizing the importance of understanding God's holiness and wrath in order to appreciate His love. [... more]

The speaker explores the concept of love through the lens of 1 Corinthians 13, examining the Hebrew words used to describe it, including agape, servant, and hesed, and how they relate to God's nature and our relationships with others. [... more]

The Hebrew letter Resh is explored in the context of Habakkuk 2:20, illustrating the concept of considering and beginnings. The verse highlights God's holy temple, where all desires and aspirations are silenced by the power of Almighty God. [... more]

Biblical love is not just a feeling, but a choice that requires commitment and surrender. In marriage, couples often experience aloneness, but this can be a normal part of the journey. By embracing the beauty of lament and surrendering to God's story, couples can find freedom and experience resurrection in their relationships. [... more]

Covenant love, also known as hesed love, is a type of love that involves making a determination to love someone regardless of how they respond. This love is not based on feelings or circumstances, but on a commitment to love and serve the other person. In a marriage, covenant love means loving and serving one's spouse even when they are difficult or unlovable. It involves being gentle, patient, and kind, even in the face of criticism or hurt. This type of love is not just a feeling, but a choice that requires faith and trust in God's love. [... more]

The idea of a beginning or a head, like the beginning of a river, is central to the concept of Rach, which has a lot to do with choices and the idea of a river. When considering something, one is fixing to make a choice, and this is closely tied to the idea of meeting with God on a regular basis, which is seen as a precept. The concept of hesed, or loving kindness, is also explored, and how it can be a source of comfort and guidance in times of difficulty. [... more]

The psalmist's ultimate desire is to be quickened in loving kindness, which is the foundation of God's mercy and hesed. This desire is reflected in Jesus' words to love one another, and it is through our testimony that we show loving kindness in power and miracle force. [... more]

The earth is full of God's loving kindness, a concept known as hesed, which is demonstrated through the actions of Christians around the world. This idea is reflected in the 119th Psalm, where the psalmist expresses gratitude for God's mercy and asks to be taught His statutes. As people are united with Christ, the world is filled with His loving kindness, and this is seen in the lives of believers who are making a difference globally. [... more]

The 119th Psalm reveals the seventh anointing as a delight in the fear of the Lord, where one becomes a companion to those who fear and keep God's precepts, knit together in the body of Christ, and part of a spiritual family. [... more]

God's relentless pursuit of those He loves, Jonah's story of repentance, and the dangers of idolatry and sin are explored in this episode of Summit Life, highlighting the importance of spiritual discipline and covenant love. [... more]