As we wrap up the Valley of Tears series, it is so appropriate to end with the incredible promise that “each one appears before God in Zion”. No matter how hard the journey, the Lord promises…

The journey to Zion held great danger when the pilgrims traveled through the Valley of Tears. They could not carry enough water for the entire trip. The valley was…

The Israelites most likely started their trek toward Jerusalem with great anticipation, looking forward to not only corporate worship and experiencing God’s presence more intimately, but also to reunite with…

A few weeks ago, Daily Treasure Guest Writer, Karen Grant, wrote about Betrayal. She did not sugar coat the grief of betrayal with…

You may have noticed Today’s Treasure is the same today as yesterday. However, there is one small difference. In the NIV we read, “….whose heart is on…

Isaiah 46:4 is one of my favorite in Scripture. It is especially helpful in this season of life. In it are treasures just waiting…

The cultural challenge to remain young places men and women of all ages on a precarious cliff for we soon learn growing old is inevitable. While each new season brings…

A few years ago my husband had surgery that didn’t end well. No doubt, his surgery is in the “win” column because the doctors successfully took care of the problem he was experiencing. But the trade off…

Often the word Yahweh is combined with other words that give us an even more intimate glimpse into His heart. These are just a few of the names Jesus claims for Himself, another indication that Jesus and…

We cannot move past the first few verses of Psalm 84 without taking a look at the writer’s use of the word “LORD” throughout this passage. When LORD is in all caps throughout Scripture, it means…

When we understand what the Lord of Hosts means, Hannah’s use of this title makes complete sense. This name for God is used 235 times throughout Scripture. The literal meaning in Hebrews is…

The gifts the Psalmist describes come to us through faith. We experience our Father as our living God when we believe in His eternal power and strength and love. The Psalmist says…

When you are hurting, to whom do you want to turn? Someone ahead of you on a similar pathway. But, not just anyone ahead of you. You want to hear from the one who has found purpose and joy in…

Remember Rahab the Harlot? Why is it that the writers of Scripture include the words “the Harlot” when they mention her? Could it be…

The writer of Psalm 84 holds nothing back in describing his heart-breaking hunger for the courts of the Lord. He longs, not just longs, but even faints with…

One of the critical tasks of the singer-gatekeepers was to surround the Temple “every morning, thanking and praising the Lord, and likewise at evening.” They stood guard and led…

The Sons of Korah history is a redemption story, reminding us of God’s amazing grace. As I finished up yesterday’s devotional, one thought kept nagging me. What about those who cannot forget…

Sin misses the mark of God’s law. It is disobeying God’s Word and worshiping idols. Families hand down sins or tendencies from generation to generation. Think about your own family’s…

When we read the stories of God’s severe judgment against the sinning Israelites we might conclude He leaves no room for mercy. Look more closely and see that God’s justice is…

Korah and his cohorts verbally assaulted Moses and Aaron publicly. Moses responds with a literal line in the sand. He commands…

The statement, “Jesus is on every page of the Old Testament” confused me. I started looking and in time, I began to see…

Moses’ response sticks in my mind. These men publicly confronted him with the goal of humiliating their leader. Yet Moses does not react defensively or angrily, he reflects on…

Memories of believing gossip and spreading it without thought for the grief I was causing humble me before the grace of God. How grateful I am He forgives, but how sad I am for the pain…

The story of Korah and his cohorts reminds me of Eve in the Garden. Like Eve, Korah and his men used seeds of truth as the basis of their attack on…

Discontentment and jealousy rooted in the hearts of four men, Korah, Dathan, Abiram and On. They tired of their God-given responsibilities and put their eyes on…

I think the great Apostle Paul struggled with discontentment because he says he learned how to be content in every situation…

When I was younger, I paid little attention to notes similar to the one accompanying Psalm 84: “To the choirmaster: according to The Gittith. A Psalm of the Sons of Korah.” Ignoring this brief statement robs us…

A few years after the fatal car accident of our son Mark and his friend, Kelly, Chuck preached a series of messages on Psalm 84. Still deeply grieving, the words of this beautiful…