"work, perseverance and faithfulness to God"" will produce earnings for people, a doctrine called prosperity theology, and that a tithe of expected earnings should be given to the Church. They offer the ""promise of the psalm"" ([[Psalm 23]], ""The Lord is my shepherd""): peace, healing, protection, prosperity and favour. A 2015 [[academic paper]] by Ilana van Wyk, author of the 2014 book ""The Universal Church of the Kingdom of God in South Africa"" analyses ""Prosperity and the work of luck in the Universal Church of the Kingdom of God"" in South Africa, where the UCKG has a very significant presence."
"Der Herr ist mein getreuer Hirt, BWV 112 ' (The Lord is my faithful Shepherd), ', is a cantata by Johann Sebastian Bach, a church cantata for the second Sunday after Easter. Bach composed the chorale cantata in Leipzig and first performed it on 8 April 1731. It is based on the hymn by Wolfgang Meuslin, a paraphrase of Psalm 23 written in 1530, sung to a melody by Nikolaus Decius. Bach, the ""Thomaskantor"" in Leipzig from May 1723, composed this cantata to complete his second cantata cycle of chorale cantatas, begun in 1724. He used the lyrics of the"
"Psalm 18 Psalm 18 is the 18th psalm of the Book of Psalms. It is almost identical to 2 Samuel 22. According to Charles and Emilie Briggs in the ""International Critical Commentary"" series, this psalm borrowed material from 2 Samuel 22, which may have been written by David himself, with later additions by multiple editors adapting it for use in public worship. Introduction: The LORD Is My Rock and My Fortress To the choirmaster. A Psalm of David, the servant of the LORD, who addressed the words of this song to the LORD on the day when the LORD rescued"
"Psalm 46 Psalm 46 is the 46th psalm of the Book of Psalms, known in English by its beginning, ""God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble"" in the King James Version. In the Greek Septuagint version of the Bible, and in its Latin translation Vulgate, this psalm is Psalm 45 in a slightly different numbering system. In Latin, it is known as ""Deus noster refugium et virtus"". The song is credited to the sons of Korah. The psalm is a regular part of Jewish, Catholic, Anglican and Protestant liturgies. According to Spurgeon, Psalm 46 is"
"Psalm 131 Psalm 131 is the 131st psalm of the Book of Psalms, generally known in English by its first verse, in the King James Version, ""Lord, my heart is not haughty"". The Book of Psalms is the third section of the Hebrew Bible, and a book of the Christian Old Testament. In the Greek Septuagint version of the bible, and in its Latin translation Vulgate, this psalm is Psalm 130 in a slightly different numbering system. In Latin, it is known as ""Domine non est exaltatum cor meum"". The psalm is one of the fifteen Songs of Ascents (""Shir"
"Psalm 134 Psalm 134 is the 134th psalm from the Book of Psalms, generally known in English by its first verse in the King James Version, ""Behold, bless ye the LORD, all ye servants of the LORD"". The Book of Psalms is part of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. It is Psalm 133 in the slightly different numbering system of the Greek Septuagint and Latin Vulgate versions of the Bible. Its Latin title is ""Ecce nunc benedicite Dominum"". It is the last of the fifteen Songs of Ascents (""Shir Hama'alot""), and one of the three Songs of"
"doctrine, whether it is of God, or that I speak from myself. Psalm 23<br> A Psalm of David. Jehovah is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures; he leadeth me beside still waters. He restoreth my soul; he leadeth me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies; thou hast"
"Psalm 134"". Psalm 134 Psalm 134 is the 134th psalm from the Book of Psalms, generally known in English by its first verse in the King James Version, ""Behold, bless ye the LORD, all ye servants of the LORD"". The Book of Psalms is part of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. It is Psalm 133 in the slightly different numbering system of the Greek Septuagint and Latin Vulgate versions of the Bible. Its Latin title is ""Ecce nunc benedicite Dominum"". It is the last of the fifteen Songs of Ascents (""Shir Hama'alot""), and one of the three"
"him from the hand of all his enemies, and from the hand of Saul. He said: Psalm 18 Psalm 18 is the 18th psalm of the Book of Psalms. It is almost identical to 2 Samuel 22. According to Charles and Emilie Briggs in the ""International Critical Commentary"" series, this psalm borrowed material from 2 Samuel 22, which may have been written by David himself, with later additions by multiple editors adapting it for use in public worship. Introduction: The LORD Is My Rock and My Fortress To the choirmaster. A Psalm of David, the servant of the LORD, who"
"Psalm 110 Psalm 110 is the 110th psalm of the Book of Psalms, generally known in English by its first verse, in the King James Version, ""The said unto my Lord"". In the Greek Septuagint version of the bible, and in its Latin translation Vulgate, this psalm is Psalm 109 in a slightly different numbering system. In Latin, it is known as ""Dixit Dominus"". It is considered both a royal psalm and a messianic psalm. This psalm is a cornerstone in Christian theology, as it is cited as proof of the plurality of the Godhead and Jesus' supremacy as king,"
"Psalm 84 Psalm 84 is the 84th psalm of the Book of Psalms, generally known in English by its first verse, in the King James Version, ""How amiable are thy tabernacles, O Lord of hosts!"". The Book of Psalms is the third section of the Hebrew Bible, and a book of the Christian Old Testament. In the Greek Septuagint version of the bible, and in its Latin translation Vulgate, this psalm is Psalm 83 in a slightly different numbering system. In Latin, it is known as ""Quam dilecta tabernacula tua Domine virtutum"". The psalm is a hymn psalm, more specifically"
"Psalm 121 Psalm 121 (Greek numbering: Psalm 120) is the 121st psalm from the Book of Psalms. It is one of 15 psalms categorized as ""A song of ascents"" (""Shir Hama'alot""), although unlike the others, it begins, ""Shir LaMa'alot"" (""A song ""to"" the ascents""). As a song of ascent it is recognized that this psalm was sung by pilgrims on their way to Jerusalem. At the beginning of the pilgrimage, in the mountainous region of the Judean Hills, the pilgrim makes sure the Lord's help. The one who trusts in the Lord is certain that He will bring him protection"
"Psalm 103 Psalm 103 is the 103rd psalm from the Book of Psalms (Greek numbering: Psalm 102). The first verse attributes it to King David, the author of many Psalms. It is a hymn, beginning in English ""Bless the Lord, O my soul"" (KJV). J. A. Motyer of Trinity College, Bristol describes it thus: ""The blend of changeless fatherly care and endless sovereign rule is the distinctive stress of this Psalm."" The psalm is a regular part of Jewish, Catholic and Eastern liturgies. It has been paraphrased as hymns and set to music. Following is the Hebrew text and English"
"Psalm 97 Psalm 97 is the 97th psalm of the Book of Psalms, generally known in English by its first verse, in the King James Version, ""The Lord reigneth; let the earth rejoice"", also as ""The Lord is King"". The Book of Psalms is the third section of the Hebrew Bible, and a book of the Christian Old Testament. In the Greek Septuagint version of the bible, and in its Latin translation Vulgate, this psalm is Psalm 96 in a slightly different numbering system. In Latin, it is known as ""Dominus regnavit exultet terra"". The psalm is a hymn psalm."
"Psalm 16 Psalm 16 is the 16th psalm from the Book of Psalms. Charles and Emilie Briggs summarized its contents as follows: ""Ps[alm] 16 is a psalm of faith. The psalmist has sought refuge in Yahweh his sovereign Lord, and supreme welfare (v. 1-2); whose good pleasure is in His saints (v. 3). The apostates have many sorrows, and he keeps apart from them and their impious worship (v. 4). Yahweh is his portion and his inheritance in pleasant places (v. 5-6); he enjoys His counsel (v. 7) and continual helpful presence (v. 8); he is glad and secure (v."
"Psalm 126 Psalm 126 is the 126th psalm of the Book of Psalms, generally known in English by its first verse, in the King James Version, ""When the Lord turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream"", and in Hebrew by its opening words, ""Shir HaMaalot"" (שיר המעלות בשוב ה’, a Song of Ascents). It is one of the fifteen Songs of Ascent in the Book of Psalms, the third section of the Hebrew Bible, and a book of the Christian Old Testament. In the Greek Septuagint version of the bible, and in its Latin translation"
"1611, is the best-known and most widely used translation of Christian Bible, and that with which most readers are most familiar with. To provide a feel for Rosenberg's translation, Psalm 23 is given below in the versions from the KJV and from ""A Poet's Bible"". From the KJV: ""The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of"
"Psalm 145 Psalm 145 is the 145th psalm of the Book of Psalms, generally known in English by its first verse, in the King James Version, ""I will extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy name for ever and ever"". The Book of Psalms is the third section of the Hebrew Bible, and a book of the Christian Old Testament. In the Greek Septuagint version of the bible, and in its Latin translation Vulgate, this psalm is Psalm 144 in a slightly different numbering system. In Latin, it is known as ""Exaltabo te Deus meus rex""."
"Psalm 22 Psalm 22 is the 22nd psalm of the Book of Psalms, generally known in English by its first verse, in the King James Version, ""My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?"". The Book of Psalms is the third section of the Hebrew Bible, and a book of the Christian Old Testament. In the Greek Septuagint version of the bible, and in its Latin translation Vulgate, this psalm is Psalm 21 in a slightly different numbering system. In Latin, it is known as ""Deus, Deus meus"". The psalm is a regular part of Jewish, Catholic, Anglican and"
"the Hebrew scriptures 6,828 times) as ""LORD"", this verse has one of the several occurrences in which it is translated as ""JEHOVAH"". It is one of the few verses where the phrases ""whose name is"" or ""that is my name"" are used (Isa 42:8, Jer 33:2, etc.) in the whole Bible. Notably, for these reasons this particular verse in the King James Bible is widely quoted, particularly by Jehovah's Witnesses, as evidence that ""Jehovah"" is the personal name of God. Different translations interpret the verse as follows: Psalm 83 Psalm 83 is the last of the Psalms of Asaph, which"
"Psalm 86 Psalm 86 is the 86th psalm of the Book of Psalms, subtitled ""a prayer of David"". I. Gives glory to God (v. 8-10, 12, 13). II. Seeks for grace and favour from God, that God would hear his prayers (v. 1, 6, 7), preserve and save him, and be merciful to him (v. 2, 3, 16), that he would give him joy, and grace, and strength, and put honour upon him (v. 4, 11, 17). He pleads God's goodness (v. 5, 15) and the malice of his enemies (v. 14). In singing this we must, as David did,"
"There are a few extant examples of Shakespeare's actual signature, and as was customary at the time, with spelling being somewhat lax in those pre-standardized days, on at least one occasion he signed it 'Shakspeare', which divides into four and six letters, thus '46'. The 46th word from the beginning of Psalm 46 is ""shake"" and the 46th word from the end (omitting the liturgical mark ""Selah"") is ""spear"" (""speare"" in the original spelling). Psalm 46 Psalm 46 is the 46th psalm of the Book of Psalms, known in English by its beginning, ""God is our refuge and strength, a"
"Here I Am, Lord ""Here I Am, Lord"", also known by its first line, ""I, the Lord of sea and sky"", is a Christian hymn written by the American composer of Catholic liturgical music Dan Schutte in 1981. Its words are based on Isaiah 6:8 and 1 Samuel 3. It is published by OCP Publications. Schutte's hymn is sung also in many Protestant worship services and is found in more than 55 hymnals and missalettes. In 2004 a survey conducted by ""the Tablet"", an international Catholic magazine, reported ""Here I Am, Lord"" as readers' favorite. A poll conducted by the"
"The Lord Is My Light ""The Lord is My Light"" is a song by Frances Allitsen based on Psalm 27, published by Boosey & Hawkes. According to the 1897 printing of the sheet music it was sung by Clara Butt to Clifford Harrison. The Lord is my light and my salvation. Whom, then shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life. Of whom then shall I be afraid? Though a host of men were laid against me, yet shall not my heart be afraid; And tho’ there rose up war against me, yet will I put my"
"Psalm 51 Psalm 51 is the 51st psalm of the Book of Psalms, generally known in English by its first verse, in the King James Version, ""Have mercy upon me, O God"". In the Greek Septuagint version of the bible, and in its Latin translation Vulgate, this psalm is Psalm 50 in a slightly different numbering system. In Latin, it is known as ""Miserere mei, Deus"" (), for which it is traditionally known as the Miserere (or the ""Miserere mei""; in ), especially in musical settings. Psalm 51 is one of the Penitential Psalms. It was composed by David as"
"and the rest had other metrical patterns. This meant that, within the limits of good taste, almost any psalm could be sung to any psalm tune. Musical editions of the psalter were published with the pages sliced horizontally, the tunes in the top half and the texts in the bottom, allowing the two parts of the volume to be opened independently. The music section was arranged alphabetically by the traditional names of the melodies. Psalm 23, ""The Lord's my shepherd"", would typically be sung to tune 144 ""Wiltshire"" (tune ""Crimond"", written in 1872, becoming overwhelmingly popular from the 1930s), but"
"Requiem (Rutter) John Rutter's Requiem is a musical setting of parts of the Latin Requiem with added psalms and biblical verses in English, completed in 1985. It is scored for soprano, mixed choir and orchestra or chamber ensemble. Five of its seven movements are based on text from the Latin Requiem Mass, while the second movement is a setting of ""Out of the deep"" (Psalm 130) and the sixth movement is an anthem ""The Lord is my Shepherd"" (Psalm 23) which Rutter had earlier written. The first movement combines the Introit and Kyrie, the third is ""Pie Jesu"", with soprano"
"Psalm 128 Psalm 128 is the 128th psalm (127th psalm in the Vulgate) from the Book of Psalms in the Old Testament. It is one of fifteen psalms which begins with the words ""A song of ascents"" (Shir Hama'alot). It contains only six verses, and discusses the blessed state of those who follow Yahweh. Its opening words in the King James Version are ""Blessed is every one that feareth the LORD; that walketh in his ways"". Written anonymously, it likely dates to the post-exilic period (that is, after about 539 BCE). The Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary describes as a ""virtual commentary"
"English was made in 1565 by Thomas Sternhold. Other metrical versions to emerge from the Protestant Reformation include those from ""The Bay Psalm Book"" (1640) and a version influenced by Sternholm published in the Scottish Psalter (1650). The latter version is still encountered, with modernized spelling, in many Protestant hymns. Other notable metrical versions include those by George Herbert, Philip Sidney, and Isaac Watts. A metrical version of the psalm is traditionally sung to the hymn tune ""Crimond"", generally attributed to Jessie Seymour Irvine. This version, with its opening words ""The Lord's My Shepherd"", is probably the best-known amongst English-speaking"
"trust in Him. For in the time of trouble, He shall hide me in His tabernacle. Yea, in the secret places of His dwelling shall He hide me, And set me up upon a rock of stone. The Lord Is My Light ""The Lord is My Light"" is a song by Frances Allitsen based on Psalm 27, published by Boosey & Hawkes. According to the 1897 printing of the sheet music it was sung by Clara Butt to Clifford Harrison. The Lord is my light and my salvation. Whom, then shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my"
"several scriptures, including Jacob's exclamation ""the Lord is in this place"" from and the rockfall, earthquake, and still small voice of , and the final stanza concludes by paraphrasing . Some hymnals follow the 1915 setting in concluding with the 15th stanza instead: ""This is my Father's world. The battle is not done. Jesus who died shall be satisfied, and earth and heav'n be one."" An instrumental version is used in the Ken Burns documentary film, The National Parks, and the corresponding sponsorship slot for The Park Foundation. Howard Shore quoted the first seven notes of Sheppard’s tune, the aforementioned"
"Psalm 119 Psalm 119 is the 119th psalm of the Book of Psalms, generally known in English by its first verse, in the King James Version, ""Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord."" The Book of Psalms is the third section of the Hebrew Bible, and a book of the Christian Old Testament. It is referred to in Hebrew by its opening words, """"Ashrei temimei derech"""" (""happy are those whose way is perfect""). In the Greek Septuagint version of the Bible, and in its Latin translation Vulgate, this psalm is Psalm 118"
"Holy Is the Lord ""Holy Is the Lord"" is a song by Chris Tomlin, featured on his album ""Arriving"", that reached No. 1 on the ""Billboard"" Hot Christian Songs chart and won the ""Worship Song of the Year"" award at the 2007 GMA Dove Awards. It reached number thirteen on CCLI's top five hundred worship songs list of 2005, and number seven on CCLI's Top 25 Worship Songs List, as of August 2007. This song was also by appearances by the Christian compilation album ""WOW Hits 2006"". In 2007, the song won a Dove Award for Worship Song of the"