Year: 2024

22/11/2024

引言：光的缺席

一、无神者被黑暗吞噬

1.眼中无神，缺乏敬畏（V1）
2.自夸自媚，迷失真理（V2）
3.言语诡诈，破坏关系（V3）
4.策划恶事，乐此不疲（V4）

当一个人眼中没有神，他便以自我为中心，逐渐被黑暗吞噬。没有光的人在暗中行走，难免被困却不自知。大卫称这样的人为恶人，因为他们不仅无视神，还自夸自媚，将自己的软弱与罪性合理化。他们如鸵鸟般将头埋在沙中，拒绝面对神的真理，而是纵容自己的欲望。更可怕的是，他们不仅如此，甚至以诡诈的话语伤害他人，以策划恶事为乐。这种生活方式最终会导致破裂的关系和自我的毁灭。

二、有神者看见神美善

1.慈爱信实（V5）
2.公义判断（V6）
3.拯救供应（V7-8）
4.光明与生命（V9）

面对恶人的种种罪行，大卫并没有沉浸在对人的怨恨或自怜中，反而将目光转向神的美善。他选择赞美神的慈爱、信实、公义、判断、供应，更是深信唯有神是光，唯有在祂里面才看见光。

神的性情如同高天之爱和深海之恩，充满无尽的丰富。凡寻求祂的人，都能得着保护与饱足，享受生命的甘美与光明的指引。属神的人因着认识祂，不仅能得到更新，还能成为祝福他人的管道。

三、得光者看破眼前难

1.为敌人祷告，活出爱（V10）
2.在困难中信神掌权（V11-12）

认识神的人，因得着光明而能以不同的眼光看待仇敌和眼前的困境。大卫祷告神将慈爱与公义赐给正直人，也呼求祂使恶人跌倒。属神之人并非以恶报恶，而是愿意为仇敌代求，用爱回应伤害。光使我们在困境中坚信神的掌权，以信心超越恐惧，以善胜过恶。这样的人如同世界中的光，活出生命树的见证，成为周围人的祝福。

总结：有光、有树、就有路

属神的人首先要警醒，避免成为眼中无神、行在黑暗中的人；其次要认识神的美善，扎根于祂的慈爱、公义与光明中；最后更要活出丰盛的生命，学会以爱回应仇敌，以信心面对挑战，走出光明之路。愿我们每一位都能在神的光中，看破黑暗，走向光明！

Psalm 36: Seeing Through Darkness and Going to the Light
GK611 Morning Devotion
22/08/2024
The Morning Devotion Speaker: IPs Asher

Introduction: The absence of light

1. The Godless are swallowed by darkness

1. Godless eyes, lack of awe (v.1)
2. Boasting and flattering oneself, losing the truth (v.2)
3. Deceitful words, destroy relationships (v.3)
4. Planning evil things, never getting tired of it (v.4)

When a person does not have God in his eyes, he becomes self-centered and is gradually swallowed up by darkness. People without light walking in darkness will inevitably be trapped without knowing it. David calls such people wicked because they not only ignore God but also boast and flatter themselves, rationalizing their own weakness and sinful nature. They bury their heads in the sand like ostriches, refusing to face God’s truth and instead indulging their own desires. What’s even more frightening is that they go beyond that and even use deceitful words to hurt others and take pleasure in planning evil things. This lifestyle ultimately leads to broken relationships and self-destruction.

2. Those who have God see God’s goodness

1. Loving and faithful (v.5)
2. Righteous judgment (v.6)
3. Rescue provision (v.7-8)
4. Light and Life (v.9)

Faced with the sins of evil men, David did not indulge in resentment or self-pity. Instead, he turned his attention to the goodness of God. He chose to praise God for His love, faithfulness, righteousness, judgment, and provision. He was also convinced that only God is light, and only in Him can light be seen.

God’s nature is like the love of heaven and the grace of the sea, full of endless riches. Anyone who seeks Him can find protection and satisfaction, and enjoy the sweetness and bright guidance of life. By knowing Him, people of God can not only be renewed, but also become channels of blessing to others.

3. Those who have received the light can see through the difficulties before them.

1. Pray for your enemies and live out love (v.10)
2. Believe that God is in control amidst difficulties (v.11-12)

People who know God can see their enemies and the difficulties before them in a different light because they have received light. David prayed that God would give mercy and justice to the upright, and he also called on Him to cause the wicked to stumble. A man of God does not repay evil with evil but is willing to intercede for his enemies and respond to harm with love. Light enables us to firmly believe in God’s control in difficult situations, to overcome fear with faith, and to overcome evil with good. Such people are like lights in the world, living out the testimony of the tree of life and becoming a blessing to those around them.

Conclusion: Where there is light, where there are trees, there is a road

People who belong to God must first be alert and avoid becoming people who are godless and walk in darkness; secondly, they must know the goodness of God and be rooted in His love, righteousness, and light; and finally, they must live an abundant life. Learn to respond to enemies with love, face challenges with faith, and walk out on the bright road. May each of us be able to see through the darkness and move towards the light in the light of God!

21/11/2024

引言：老裁缝的故事

一、呼求神的公义（v1-10）

1.祈求神的帮助（v1-3)

大卫将自己的困境直接带到神面前,祈求神为他争战，并祷告神使敌人受挫。他的信心源于神是他最终的保护者。他知道自己的力量不足，需要神来为他争战。

2. 相信神是公义（v4-8）

大卫祈求恶人自食其果，‘陷入自己的网罗’，反映出他对神公义的信靠。因此，当遭遇不公时，我们要把申冤的权利交给神，不因愤怒而陷入罪中。

3.欢呼神的拯救（v9-10）

我们看见，尽管处境艰难，大卫已经看到神的拯救。这里带出了大卫对神的信心。

小结：

当我们面对生活中的不公与敌对，许多人第一反应是用自己的方法解决问题，但大卫教导我们，应当将控告与冤屈带到神面前，因祂是公义的源头。

二、信靠饶恕回应（v11-18）

大卫描述了敌人的虚假和恶行。他提到自己的善意和爱心被他们视而不见，甚至以恶报善。然而，尽管如此，他仍然选择信靠神，并相信神会施行公义的审判。

大卫的经历提醒我们，在面对背叛或恶意时，不要让仇恨占据我们的内心，而要选择饶恕和信靠神。即便他人以恶待我们，让我们学习效法基督的榜样，以爱心回应。

三、坚信公义显现（v19-28）

1. 求神阻止恶人嘲笑（v19-21）

大卫描绘了敌人的嘲笑和诡计，祈求神不要让敌人得胜，也宣告神的公义将带来最终的得胜。因为神不会允许恶人长期得意。

2. 呼求神公平的审判（v22-25）

大卫知道神是超越时空的，事情还没有发生，神就已经看见了，祂必不会远离祂所爱的人。如果我们确实地把神当作我的神我的主，神必不容仇敌向我夸耀。因此，我们要相信神的公义，即使需要时间，它必然显明。

3. 赞美回应神的公义（v26-28)

大卫的祷告是以赞美结束，因为他相信最终神会让恶人蒙羞、让义人欢呼。我们要知道，神的公义是不会迟到的。祂必按祂的时间表成就祂的审判。只是在等待过程中，我们需要以信心和盼望为主作见证。

总结

* 相信神是唯一的公义源头。
* 不让仇恨占据内心，而是选择爱与饶恕。
* 用赞美等候神的作为，见证祂的得胜。

Psalm 35: From Opposition to Victory
GK611 Morning Devotion
21/08/2024
The Morning Devotion Speaker: Ps Stella

Introduction: The Story of the Old Tailor

I. Crying Out for God’s Justice (v1-10)

1. Seeking God’s Help (v1-3)

David brings his plight directly before God, asking Him to fight on his behalf and praying for the defeat of his enemies. His faith stems from knowing that God is his ultimate protector. Aware of his own weakness, David relies on God to fight for him.

2. Trusting in God’s Justice (v4-8)

David prays for the wicked to face the consequences of their actions and “fall into their own net.” This reflects his trust in God’s justice. When faced with injustice, we should entrust vengeance to God and not let anger lead us into sin.

3. Rejoicing in God’s Deliverance (v9-10)

Despite his difficult circumstances, David already sees God’s deliverance. This demonstrates his deep faith in God.

Summary:

When faced with injustice and opposition in life, many instinctively try to resolve issues on their own. However, David teaches us to bring accusations and grievances before God, the source of all justice.

II. Responding with Trust and Forgiveness (v11-18)

David describes the falsehood and malice of his enemies, who repay his kindness and love with evil. Yet, despite this, he chooses to trust God, believing that He will administer righteous judgment.

David’s experience reminds us that when facing betrayal or malice, we should not let hatred consume us. Instead, we must choose forgiveness and trust in God. Even when others repay evil for good, we should follow Christ’s example and respond with love.

III. Confident in the Manifestation of Justice (v19-28)

1. Praying for God to Silence the Mockers (v19-21)

David describes the mocking and deceit of his enemies, praying that God will not allow them to triumph. He declares that God’s justice will ultimately bring victory, as God will not let the wicked prevail forever.

2. Calling for God’s Fair Judgment (v22-25)

David knows that God sees all things, even before they occur, and will not abandon those He loves. When we truly regard God as our Lord and Savior, we can trust that He will not allow the enemy to boast over us. Thus, we must believe in God’s justice, which will surely be revealed in His perfect timing.

3. Praising God’s Justice (v26-28)

David concludes his prayer with praise, confident that God will bring shame upon the wicked and cause the righteous to rejoice. God’s justice will never be delayed. It will be accomplished according to His timetable. During the waiting process, we must bear witness to His faithfulness with faith and hope.

Conclusion:

•Believe that God is the only source of justice.
•Do not let hatred take root in your heart; choose love and forgiveness.
•Praise God as you wait for His work and bear witness to His victory.

20/11/2024

引言：是侥幸吗？

在我们生命的低谷或困境中，当事情突然变好，你是否认会将这突如其来的转机视为“侥幸”呢？

今天诗篇34:1，提到大卫在亚比米勒面前装疯，结果得以脱险。在人看来，大卫似乎是戏剧化的侥幸逃脱了迦特王亚吉。但对大卫来说，他深知事实并非如此。若不是神的怜悯，迦特王如果定意要杀他为歌利亚报仇，他再怎么装疯也没有用。因此，他写了这首诗作为对神的感恩和为神作见证。
并鼓励人要来尝尝主丰盛的恩典。

一、时时称颂赞美神（v1-3）

大卫脱险之后回到扫罗势力范围的亚杜兰洞，虽然环境依然危险困苦，但因为知道自己能脱险是神的保护，因此他谦卑的从心底发出喜乐赞美神的话。

称颂赞美是神给我们得胜仇敌的最有力武器之一。仇敌最喜欢我们在遇到困难时，靠自己的血气来解决问题。不然就是愁眉苦脸、自哀自怨，甚至埋冤神。但v3大卫邀请在这样的光景里人一同来称颂赞美、高举神的名。因为他所经历的，其他人也必要经历！

你现在正面对苦难吗？让我们一起来喜乐的来开口：神啊！祢真伟大，我们一同高举祢的名！耶和华以勒！耶和华尼西！祢必带领我们得胜。通常当我们如此赞美神时，喜乐的膏油就要充满我们。

二、谦卑仰望有光荣（v4-6）

大卫在这段经文里强调，神是垂听卑微与无助之人祷告的神。也是应允拯救祂百姓脱离一切恐惧和患难的神。但要真实的尝到神的拯救和有神的光荣不再蒙羞的恩典，我们必须谦卑自己的来寻求、仰望、并呼求神。

所以，我们不止在恐惧患难中要寻求、并呼求神，成为有福的人，在顺境中更要做聪明人，常常仰望神。因为我们越多仰望神，就越能少看自己、少看周围的风浪。这样我们就越能平安无虑地驾驭在人生的风浪之上，脸上就越能彰显主的荣光。（40天与神筑梦继续的仰望神）

三、亲身经历神美善（v8-14）

大卫在这里呼吁我们要来尝尝主恩的滋味。知道神的美善、并且成为有福的人。

去年当我们一家人要去日本旅行时，听Susie姐妹说Hakone很美。有温泉，又可以坐在咖啡厅喝茶吃蛋糕，然后遥望富士山。师母去了也说很美。

我要怎样才能够真实享受到Hakone的美景和温泉呢？除非我选择去到那里去。同样的，我们怎么样才能够尝到主恩的滋味成为有福的人呢？除非我们选择：

1. 过投靠神的生活（v8）

主恩的滋味，总是留给那些积极寻求并投靠神、渴慕亲身经历祂的人。

很多时候我们因为工作、忙碌于有其他事情，没有时间，而忽略了亲近神，以至于我们真的很少尝到主恩的滋味，对神的美善也认识得很肤浅。就像我，因为当时觉得时间不够，也不舍得花钱买快铁的票，所以最终没去到Hakone。因此，到今天还是停留在听说Hakone很美。

让我们起来过一个投靠和渴慕神的生活，并成为天天都能尝到主恩滋味的有福人。

2.坚守敬畏神的道（v7，9-14）

大卫提醒，知道神美善的人，除了过投靠神的生活以外，还要成为敬畏神的人。因为敬畏神的人要饱尝主恩，什么好处都不缺。

敬畏神的人要在哪些方面坚守敬畏神的道呢？

a) 口出恩言（v13a）

虽然经文的基本要求提到要禁止舌头不出恶言，但作为神的儿女，我们要超越这基本要求，要口出恩言。因为我们的口如果不出恩言的话，就一定会出恶言。

b) 心无诡诈（v13b）

人的嘴唇会说诡诈的话，是因为心出了问题。（狡猾、不诚实、欺骗。。。）

在日常生活中，我们会不会也不小心的陷入虚假的敬拜、为了私欲假装顺服、试图掩盖或合理化自己的过错？又或在商业交易中有意隐瞒事实、走法律漏洞，以获取利益、用模棱两可或部分真相的话语，刻意误导他人？

c) 离恶行善（v14a）

不但要远离恶事，更对善事也要积极的下工夫。去顾念弱势群体。

d) 寻求和睦（v14b）

敬畏神的儿女不但要竭力的寻求和睦，更要去帮助人化解冲突。

e) 一心追赶（v14c）

最后大卫提醒，属灵的操练不可以三分钟热度。敬畏神的道路要持之以恒，一心追赶。务必要操练到自然的活出来。

四、神眼目看顾义人 （v15-22）

1.神对义人有恩典

神对义人就如同慈父，无论孩子在顺境还是逆境，父亲都是牵肠挂肚，也必看顾。

2.神对恶人必审判

恶人则与神疏离，将面对神的忿怒审判和最终的毁灭，他们的恶行成为自我毁灭的网罗。

愿我们都成为投靠神、蒙神看顾的义人

总结：活出神美善的见证

诗篇34提醒作为神儿女的我们，人生的转机并非侥幸，而是神的恩典。当我们尝到主恩的滋味后，不要停留在原处。让我们的生命活出吸引人也来尝尝主恩的滋味的见证！

Psalm 34: Taste and See That the Lord is Good
GK611 Morning Devotion
20/08/2024
The Morning Devotion Speaker: Ps Deborah

Introduction: Is it just luck?

In the valleys or difficulties of life, when things suddenly turn around, do you attribute the change to “luck”?

Psalm 34:1 recounts David acting madness before Abimelech, which resulted in his escape. From a human perspective, it might seem like a dramatic stroke of luck that David escaped King Achish of Gath. However, David recognized it was not mere luck but God’s mercy. If not for God’s compassion, no act of pretending madness could have saved him if the king had resolved to kill him as revenge for Goliath. In gratitude and testimony to God, David composed this psalm, encouraging others to experience God’s abundant grace.

I. Praising God at All Times (v1–3)

After escaping, David returned to the cave of Adullam in Saul’s territory, a place still fraught with danger and hardship. Yet, knowing his deliverance was God’s protection, he humbly and joyfully praised the Lord.

Praise is one of the most powerful weapons God gives us to overcome the enemy. The enemy delights when we face challenges by relying on our own strength, wallowing in despair, or blaming God. But in verse 3, David invites others to exalt and praise God’s name together, for what he experienced is available to all!

Are you facing difficulties now? Let us open our hearts and joyfully proclaim:
“Lord, You are truly great. We exalt Your name together! Jehovah Jireh! Jehovah Nissi! You will lead us to victory.”
When we praise God like this, the oil of joy fills us.

II. Humble Dependence Leads to Radiance (v4–6)

David emphasizes that God hears the prayers of the humble and helpless, delivering His people from fear and trouble. To truly experience God’s salvation and the glory that keeps us from shame, we must humbly seek, look to, and call upon Him.

Not only in times of fear and trouble should we seek and call on God, but as blessed people, we must also look to Him continually in times of peace. The more we look to God, the less we focus on ourselves or the storms around us. This allows us to sail through life’s storms with peace, reflecting the glory of the Lord. (Let’s continue 40 days dreaming with God)

III. Experience God’s Goodness Personally (v8–14)

David urges us to “taste and see that the Lord is good” and become blessed by doing so.

Last year, when my family planned a trip to Japan, Sister Susie spoke highly of Hakone. She described its beauty: hot springs, enjoying tea and cake in cafes, and the view of Mount Fuji. Even Shimu testified it.

How could I truly experience Hakone’s beauty and hot springs? Only by choosing to go there myself. Similarly, how can we taste the goodness of the Lord and be blessed? Only by choosing to:

1. Live a Life of Trusting God (v8)

The goodness of the Lord is reserved for those who actively seek, trust, and yearn to experience Him.
Many times, we neglect closeness with God due to work or busyness, causing us to miss His goodness and remain shallow in our knowledge of Him. Let us cultivate a life of trust and longing for God, becoming people who daily experience His goodness. Don’t be like me, who didn’t take actions in pursuing Hakone and till today, the beauty of Hakone is only an imagination in my mind.

Let us live a life that trust and seek the Lord and truly experience His goodness.

2. Uphold Reverence for God (v7, 9–14)

David reminds us that those who revere God will lack nothing good.

We uphold reverence for God in these ways:

A. Speak Words of Grace (v. 13a): Beyond refraining from evil speech, God’s children should
exceed this basic requirement by speaking graciously. Without grace, our words can easily turn harmful.

B. Be Honest and Sincere (v. 13b): Deceptive lips stem from a corrupt heart. Do we fall into false worship, feigned obedience, or rationalize our mistakes? Do we hide facts in business, exploit legal loopholes, or use half-truths to mislead others?

C. Turn from Evil and Do Good (v. 14a): Not only should we avoid evil, but we must actively pursue goodness, caring for the marginalized.

D. Seek and Pursue Peace (v. 14b–c): God’s children should strive for peace, helping resolve conflicts with perseverance and consistency.

E. Pursue persistently (v. 14c): At last, David reminds us that we should pursue God with a reverent and persistent heart until it becomes our second nature.

IV. God Watches Over the Righteous (v15–22)

1. God’s Grace for the Righteous:

God, as a loving Father, watches over the righteous in both joy and trials.

2. God’s Judgment on the Wicked:

The wicked, estranged from God, face His wrath and ultimate destruction, ensnared by their own deeds.

May we all rely on Him always and live a blessed and righteous life.

Conclusion: Live as Witnesses of God’s Goodness

Psalm 34 reminds us that life’s turning points are not luck but God’s grace. Having tasted God’s goodness, let us not remain idle but live as witnesses, drawing others to “taste and see that the Lord is good.”