Psalm 89, 96, 100-101, 105, 132 As I continue to work my way through the Psalms, I keep reading verses that remind me of songs that I grew up singing in church — and some songs that I sing today.  A psalm is actually a song.  I wish there was a way I could hear the psalms put to the same music that was used back when they were first written.  It would be even better if I could understand the original language so I could experience the poetry and rhythm as originally written. Blessed are those who have learned … Continue reading Psalm Songs

Psalm 1-2, 15, 22-24, 47, 68 Today’s reading had me heart-first into the Psalms.  I paid particular attention to some verses in Psalm 22.  David hit rock bottom and just cried his heart out to the Lord.  He provides me with a good model for how to cry out to God for myself.  I self-regulate my prayers oftentimes out of respect for the Lord’s sovereignity.  But then are they real? Two separate doctors have recommended a day surgery for me for a problem I’ve been suffering.  Like an idiot, I looked it up online and discovered some disconcerting details.   … Continue reading Lotta Psalms

I’ve been reading a book by Lynn Austin about King Hezekiah.  Hezekiah was the one who dusted off the Word of God and began to follow it, getting rid of all the idols and evil in his kingdom, being faithful to God. In this novelized account, Hezekiah’s grandfather reminds him that the Lord does not give him strength — the Lord IS his strength.  There is a big difference in that distinction! Today I came across these words from King David in Psalm 63 and was reminded again of the difference between thinking God will give me strength and knowing … Continue reading Psalm 17; 35; 54; 63: Living Water