"Lord of the Sabbath"
Jesus defines the Sabbath as a day of rest in Him rather than a burden of rigid legalism.
"A dwelling place for the Mighty One of Jacob"
Psalm 132 highlights God's covenant with David, ultimately fulfilled in Christ, who establishes God's eternal dwelling among His people.
"My yoke is easy and My burden is light"
Jesus praises the Father's sovereign will and invites the weary to find true rest in Him.
"I have quieted my soul"
Psalm 131 calls believers to forsake pride, embrace humility, and find deep, childlike trust in God as the only true source of peace.
"Like children sitting in the market place"
Jesus warns of the severe judgment for towns that reject the gospel despite witnessing His miracles.
"There is forgiveness with you"
The psalmist transitions from the depths of despair to a hopeful assurance in God's forgiveness, faithfulness, and abundant redemption.
"What did you go out to see?"
Jesus urges a decision of faith between the fleeting comforts of earthly kingdoms and the eternal value of Christ's kingdom.
“The plowers plowed upon my back”
The psalmist speaks of Israel's enduring persecution and promises divine deliverance.
“Are You the Expected One”
John the Baptist, imprisoned and facing execution, sends his disciples to ask Jesus, “Are You the Expected One, or shall we look for someone else?”
"Blessed is everyone who fears the Lord"
Psalm 128 outlines a progression of blessings from personal faith to communal prosperity, illustrating the ideal, practical, and redemptive aspects of living in accordance with God's ways.
"They were continually devoting themselves"
Luke recounts the practices of the early church as vital disciplines for spiritual health and communal flourishing.