Category: Psalms
Praise, Joy and Love – Psalms 108
Delight – Psalms 119.16
Grace > Life – Psalms 63.3
He Is Hope – Psalms 39.7
https://wenwords.com/2018/09/03/he-is-hope-psalms-397/ Repost, 9.11.2021 Author’s note: It seems no coincidence that this article is reposted on a day that will live in infamy, September 11. Who can ever forget that day when evil terrorists destroyed many innocent Americans in the name of religion and a false god? It changed our world for the worse. People simply … Continue reading He Is Hope – Psalms 39.7
Even Though He Knows – Psalm 31.7-10
https://wenwords.com/2020/04/28/even-though-he-knows-psalms-317-10/ Author’s note at reposting, 8.30.2021 There is still a depth to the love that is described in this psalm that I cannot understand and am still learning to accept. Hearing and understanding that the Creator of the universe loves us and makes provision for us in spite of our evil motives and troubled lives … Continue reading Even Though He Knows – Psalm 31.7-10
Mountains – Psalms 125
Those who trust in the LORD are like Mount Zion. It cannot be shaken; it remains forever. Jerusalem — the mountains surround her. And the LORD surrounds His people, both now and forever. The scepter of the wicked will not remain over the land allotted to the righteous, so that the righteous will not apply … Continue reading Mountains – Psalms 125
Answer – Psalms 120:1
In my distress I called to the Lord, and He answered me. He is there. He is not silent. Francis Schaeffer The God who spoke the universe into existence is a God who also hears and answers. He is open to inquiry and willing to answer. He hates deception and will not tolerate such. He … Continue reading Answer – Psalms 120:1
Singing Praise – Psalms 147:1
Hallelujah! How good it is to sing to our God, for praise is pleasant and lovely. Wow! The psalmist says so much in so few words. This is a truth that is difficult to even articulate. Few things bring such pleasing loveliness to a child of God as singing His praise. The power of music … Continue reading Singing Praise – Psalms 147:1
Compassionate King – Psalms 145:8-9
The Lord is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. The Lord is good to all, and his mercy is over all that he has made. This truth about Father God is often overlooked by the atheists and skeptics of our day. They characterize the God of the Old Testament as … Continue reading Compassionate King – Psalms 145:8-9
Revive Us – Psalms 143:11
Revive me, O Lord, for Your name's sake! For Your righteousness’ sake bring my soul out of trouble. As life progresses and the walk with Lord Jesus continues, I am finding that this prayer becomes even more relevant. Maybe I am doing it wrong, but even the simple things like faithfulness and consistency have become … Continue reading Revive Us – Psalms 143:11
Things Spoken – Psalms 141:3
Lord, set up a guard for my mouth; keep watch at the door of my lips. How many things do we simply destroy with our mouths? How many things have we spoken in anger or disgust or frustration or feigned concern that have led to the character assassination of another? With our lips we praise … Continue reading Things Spoken – Psalms 141:3
For His Own Sake – Psalms 103:10
He has not dealt with us according to our sins, Nor punished us according to our iniquities. We must realize and internalize the truth that He has not dealt with us according to our iniquities for if He had, we would simply be dead. His perfect justice could allow nothing less. Fortunately, He is patient … Continue reading For His Own Sake – Psalms 103:10
Reliably True and Holy – Psalms 93:5
Your testimonies are very sure; Holiness adorns Your house, O LORD, forever. (NKJV) Proverbs 30:5 Every word of God proves true; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him. (ESV) Just as God’s testimonies are always reliable, His word always proves true. He has built this universe and developed this world on … Continue reading Reliably True and Holy – Psalms 93:5
Older – Psalms 92:12-15
The righteous flourish like the palm tree and grow like a cedar in Lebanon. They are planted in the house of the LORD; they flourish in the courts of our God. They still bear fruit in old age; they are ever full of sap and green, to declare that the LORD is upright; he is … Continue reading Older – Psalms 92:12-15
Greater Fear – Psalms 86:11
Teach me Your way, Yahweh, and I will live by Your truth. Give me an undivided mind to fear Your name. The fear of most everything in life comes so natural to me. It is my biggest failing. I always figured it would decrease and my courage would increase as I aged. My assumption was … Continue reading Greater Fear – Psalms 86:11
Selective Deafness – Psalms 81:11-12
“But my people did not listen to my voice; Israel would not submit to me. So I gave them over to their stubborn hearts, to follow their own counsels.” For those who refuse to listen to God He allows them to reap the consequences of their stubborn deafness. He won't interfere with their free will. … Continue reading Selective Deafness – Psalms 81:11-12
The Liar – Psalms 63:11
But the king shall rejoice in God; all who swear by him shall exult, for the mouths of liars will be stopped. This is a huge promise for all concerned, both for the liar and for those who speak truth. Deceit and dishonesty will be brought to an end. Thanks be to God - both … Continue reading The Liar – Psalms 63:11
Eternal Shield – Psalms 56:3-4
When I am afraid, I will put my trust in You. In God, whose word I praise, In God I have put my trust; I shall not be afraid. What can mere man do to me? I’ve thought about this a lot as I have often struggled with being inordinately fearful. When one seeks the … Continue reading Eternal Shield – Psalms 56:3-4
He Saves – Psalms 44:3
...for not by their own sword did they win the land, nor did their own arm save them, but your right hand and your arm, and the light of your face, for you delighted in them. It is God alone who has the initiative and the full capability of saving. It is His strength and … Continue reading He Saves – Psalms 44:3
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