The glory of God is of utmost importance to the writer of this Psalm. It is fundamental that in all things the reputation of the Lord is maintained. That maintenence in this case is through the one who will rule. Here the rule is not about the rich getting richer or dominant corporate forces oppressing […]
Read More Psalm 72 – Appeal for Righteous RuleWhatever my 12 year old daughter says, I am not that old at all. I love the sentiment in this section of the Psalm, though. I love it for its perspective on praise. I can certainly relate to God being a big part of my life from my youth to now. He has been teaching […]
Read More Psalm 71 – Praise Over TimeThis Psalm is listed as a petition. You can see why from the start to the finish of this brief piece. The Psalmist doesn’t need to mess about with the issue, he is surrounded by those seeking his downfall, there are those who would relish in his demise, but as a servant of God, the […]
Read More Psalm 70 – Help Me For Your Sake, O GodThe Psalmist wrings out seemingly every ounce of trust in the light of the pain he is going through. His declaration of trust and worship are not made lightly at all. This plea in the agony, remains something amazing to read and learn from. For His Name’s Sake Shalom C. L. J. Dryden
Read More Psalm 69 – Plea in the AgonyThis is a wondrous sprawling trek through life. Thank God He is a Saviour. For His Name’s Sake Shalom C. L. J. Dryden
Read More Psalm 68 – God of SalvationThis is a sumptuous Psalm of praise. I just love the refrain. I read it and imagine people from every culture, ethnic group, language and background acknowledging the truths in these Psalm and responding to it with resounding praise. Judging with fairness, giving the earth its increase and blessing those He loves. No wonder there’s […]
Read More Psalm 67 – Let All The Peoples Praise YouIf you follow some people’s perception of life in Christ, you would get the impression that nothing bad should happen to believers. You could also view all the bad things that have happened to you as awful in and of themselves and that’s all there is about it. That’s why some have a problem with […]
Read More Psalm 66 – Praise for the Place of AbundanceThe background I came from made a big deal of expressive praise. They were not content to merely verbally agree with a pleasant comment, the whole body had to get involved and the noise had to be loud. Very expressive. Since those formative days, I have engaged in different gatherings with more sedate, reflective and […]
Read More Psalm 65 – Such A Good GodSometimes I read these Psalms and imagine modern scenarios of these ancient songs. For example with this one, I was thinking about a saint working in an office where their colleagues are constantly gossiping against this saint. You know how it is. Because our saint is happily minding her business and being of use in […]
Read More Psalm 64 – Way Back Then And Right NowThe Psalmist knows about tough times. Far from home, facing great opposition from all sides. It is easier to want to curl up and die. In this situation the Psalmist expresses his desire for God. Such is that desire that he can meditate on what it is to be in the presence of the Lord. […]
Read More Psalm 63 – Thoughts for Bedtime
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