Origins

There was nothing.
A very tiny place in the universe with a lot of energy began to expand to create mater.
And everything was.
But how does the universe support life?
The universe is so precisely set, if you change on little detail, everything goes "flop."
No life.
How could an explosion create that?

Most scientists who have studied the problem agree that the odds against more than 60 delicate balances occurring by accident is so large that it cannot be the real answer, unless there are extraordinary circumstances. Multiverse is possible. There are many, almost infinity. If there are so many, (zillions) at least one could support life.

Psalms

Psalms is one of the most beautiful books in the Bible. I was reading in the 40s and some verses jumped out at me.

"He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God."

Psalm 40:3

"I proclaim righteousness in the great assembly; I do not seal my lips, as You know, O Lord. I do not hide Your righteousness in my heart; I speak of your faithfulness and salvation. I do not conceal Your love and Your truth from the great assembly."

Psalm 40:9-10

This was especially impactive since I've been learning a lot lately about living my faith instead of simply wearing the title of a Christian.

Perspective In Ordinary Life-Psalm 1

The Psalms take us from what we think is true to what really is true.
Psalms have the power to change our mindset. They give us knowledge that will last.
Psalm 1: An Ordinary Life
-a wisdom psalm
-uphold virtues of godliness
-compare the righteous life with wicked life
In the beginning-two lives. Who's side are you on?
"The Road Not Taken"
How we should live.
Blessed-the Psalms have been given to us for our good. It's by grace we walk on the righteous path.
Comparing makes each view stronger.
1st verse is an example of the progression of sin
3rd verse-portrait of a life of godliness