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Psalms

This is a collection of devotional posts from the book of Psalms. They are sorted according to when they were written, with the most recent first. To see them in their biblical order, select them from the menu.

Teach me your ways, O Lord

Teach Me Your Ways, O Lord – Psalm 86:11

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How can I live a life of purity that is pleasing to God. David's prayer here, "Teach me your ways, O Lord", reveals the way. Seek God's help.

when overwhelmed with trouble

When Overwhelmed with Trouble – Psalm 88:3-5

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When it seems like the light at the end of the tunnel is an oncoming train and you are feeling overwhelmed. Take your complaint to God.

from everlasting to everlasting

From Everlasting to Everlasting, You Are God – Psalms 90:2

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How long as God been around? Moses tells us that from everlasting to everlasting, God is. He has always been God. And he always will be God.

The Lord Is My Refuge

The Lord Is My Refuge – Psalm 91:9-12

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Suffering is a part of life in this world. But if we make the Lord our refuge, trusting in him, then he will keep us from real harm.

The Blessing of God's Discipline

The Blessing of God’s Discipline – Psalm 94:12

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None of us particularly enjoy discipline. Yet, as the psalmist says, the one God disciplines is blessed. He is working for our good.

Bod Down in Worship

Come, Let Us Bow Down in Worship – Psalm 95:1-7

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No matter how challenging life may become, never forget who God is and his care for you. Give thanks to him and worship your creator.

the glory due his name

The Glory Due his Name – Psalm 96:7-10

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The Lord our God is the creator and sustainer of all creation. He is above all and worthy of praise. Give to the Lord the glory due his name.

make a joyful noise to the Lord

Make a Joyful Noise to the Lord – Psalm 100:1-5

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Make a joyful noise to the Lord. Lift up your voice to praise him for all he has done. He is certainly worthy of our praise and worship.

Bless the Lord

Bless the Lord, O My Soul – Psalms 103:1-2

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What has God done for you. Take time to recount the Lord's blessings. And then bless the Lord, with your inmost being, for what he has done.

As High As the Heavens

As High As the Heavens – Psalm 103:11-12

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How much does God love us? David describes the scope of his love as being as high as the heavens above the earth. Immeasurable.

meditation pleasing to God

May My Meditation be Pleasing to God – Psalm 104:33-34

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When we come together to worship, where are your thoughts. Is your meditation pleasing to God. Or are you focused on other things?

standing in the gap

Standing in the Gap before God – Psalm 106:23, 30

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Are you, like Moses, willing to stand in the gap, pleading with God on behalf of the lost? Those in danger of experiencing the wrath of God?