Criticism
How to Respond to Criticism
Date: November 13, 2020
Passage: Jeremiah 18:18–23
The people refused to accept Jeremiah’s declaration of doom because it conflicted with the life they were enjoying (vv. 18-23). Proud sinners don’t enjoy hearing about God’s sovereignty or the threat of impending judgment. Their solution was to attack him with t …
David’s Response to His Rejection
Date: August 4, 2019
Passage: Psalms 31:15–24
This passage begins with the phrase “My times are in thy hand†(v. 15). David was expressing his belief that all of life’s circumstances are under God’s control. Knowing this enables us to keep steady in our faith regardless of our circumstances. It keeps …