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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.

his love endures forever

His Love Endures Forever – Psalms 107:1

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We can, and should, give thanks to God. Because he is good and desirable. And because his love for us endures forever. It will not end.

his love endures forever

Give Thanks to the Lord, for He Is Good – Psalm 118:1

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Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever! I have much to be thankful for. God has blessed me richly.

The Lord Is with Me

The Lord Is with Me – Psalm 118:6

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The Lord is always with me. And, because of that, I need have no fear what others might do to me. God is bigger than anything I might face.

Treasure the word of God

Treasuring the Word of God – Psalms 119:11

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Treasure the word of God. Hide it within your heart. Doing so will help you to avoid sin and draw ever closer to God

open my eyes

Open My Eyes to Understand Your Truth – Psalms 119:18

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Most Americans have a Bible, and many read it, at least occasionally. But how many of us seek for God to open our eyes to its truth?

How Sweet Are Your Words

How Sweet Are Your Words – Psalm 119:97, 103

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How sweet are God's words to you? Do you mostly ignore it? Or do you delight in reading it and through it coming to better know our Lord?

Obedience Leads to Understanding

Obedience Leads to Understanding – Psalm 119:100

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One of the most important things you do to grow in your faith is to practice what you learn. Obedience leads to a growing understanding.

a light on my path

The Bible: A Light On My Path – Psalm 119:105

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As a headlamp illuminates my path in the dark of night, so the Bible is a light on my path through the spiritual darkness of this world.

where my help comes from

I Will Look To Where My Help Comes From – Psalm 121:1-2

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What do you do when you face challenges? The psalmist encourages us to look to the maker of heaven and earth, where our help comes from.

Pray for the Peace of Your Town

Pray for the Peace of Your Town – Psalm 122:6-9

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Much of our world is in turmoil and conflict. While true peace is only found in Jesus, it is good to pray for peace where you live.

Lift up eyes to God

I Lift Up My Eyes to God – Psalm 123:1-2

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Are you facing challenging times? Join the psalmist in lifting your eyes to God, the one who can help regardless of the circumstances.

Unless the Lord Builds the House

Unless the Lord Builds the House – Psalm 127:1

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It is the Lord who builds the house. He uses us in that process. But we should never lose sight of who the builder actually is.