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Psalm Two For the Week: Set a goal to read Psalm 2 at least once a day Memorize Psalm 1:1-2

us, his rules for us, and his care of us are both good and good for us. Even in the midst of the world’s rebellion, God provided for us a perfect, righteous King. One who is humble (Zech. 9:9), whose burden is light (Mt. 11:30), who cares for his people like a shepherd cares for his sheep (Ps. 23, Jn. 10:1-13). One who is willing to lay down his life to save his people from the punishment of that same rebellion (Jn, 10:14-18, 1 Pet. 1:18-19). He isn’t just the Lion; He is also the Lamb (Jn. 1:29). Even when we know about Jesus’ love for us, it can sometimes feel uncomfortable and maybe a little scary to read about God’s anger because it reminds us that He is not tame. We do not have control over the sovereign God or his justice. We also don’t get to decide who He is. We don’t get to choose which of His attributes we want to keep or which we would rather ignore. We need the gentleness, mercy and salvation of the Lamb, but we also need the strength, protection, and justice of the Lion. It is the entirety of who He is that makes him worthy of our worship. So the next time you read a story about our God that gives you pause, remember that He may not always seem safe, but He is good. He’s the King, I tell you. Let's Pray: Father , we know that you are the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords, but sometimes it’s hard for us to submit to your authority. Forgive us for the times we have rebelled and tried to take control. Forgive us for treating your love for us like a rope instead of a refuge. Help us to remember that you are always good so we can serve you, rejoice in you, and find happiness with you. Amen. Let's Do It: Share an experience you have had with a wild animal. How did you feel when you saw it? Why do you think Jesus is called both a Lion and a Lamb? Can you think of some examples of how He was both during his time on Earth?

Additional Reading: Read Mark 3, 4 Read Revelation 5

Poor Bishop Hooper - "Psalm 2"

Think of a time in the Bible that God seems angry or harsh. What goodness can you find in that story or its aftereffects?

Write down an area of your life that you need to submit under Jesus’ authority and put it somewhere you will see it each day. Ask God to help you see that He is worthy of your submission in that area.