Psalms

In this Psalm David mentions one of the benefits of trusting God in one’s life. David says, “Hope in God, for I shall yet praise Him, the help of my countenance, and my God.” Our outward appearance to others can be influenced by our inward belief. As David says, our countenance or facial expression can reflect the kind of person we are. However, we should not assess others by this means. The Bible says that…

In this Psalm David speaks about people who are considerate of those who are helpless, those who take time to help others who are less fortunate. David says, “How blessed is he who considers the helpless; the Lord will deliver him in a day of trouble. The Lord will protect him and keep him alive.” This indicates to me that we are not to live selfish lives. We should help others in need. Jesus said…

In these passages David makes another seemingly small but profound statement. He says, “My iniquities have overtaken me so that I am not able to see.” David was close to God and God favored David. However, David still had sin in his life. As David grew closer to God, David became more aware of his sins. I believe that sin has the effect of keeping people from perceiving God’s Truths. Like David, when people sin…

In this Psalm David makes a statement that seems small. However, it is quite profound. David says, “My ears Thou hast opened.” God had opened David’s senses to perceive God’s Truths. David’s statement can be applied to reading the Bible. I believe that most people in the world cannot perceive God’s Truths that He has spoken in His Word, the Bible. They cannot understand the Bible. Therefore, they are not motivated to read it. I…

In this Psalm David says the following thought-provoking words. “With reproof Thou dost chasten a man for iniquity; Thou dost consume as a moth what is precious to him.” This indicates to me that we may value some of our possessions too much. In these cases, our possessions may become more valuable to us than God. It can be said that we may worship our possessions. The Bible says that we are not to prioritize…

In this Psalm David speaks of misery and pain due to sin in his life. He says, “There is no health in my bones because of my sin. For my iniquities are gone over my head; as a heavy burden they weigh too much for me. My wounds grow foul and fester because of my folly.” God greatly favored David and blessed him abundantly. However, like all of us, David was prone to sin on…

In these passages David continues to speak of the characteristics and benefits of a righteous person. David says, “The mouth of the righteous speaks wisdom, and his tongue speaks justice. The law of God is in his heart; his steps do not slip.” A righteous person has God in his heart. God guides a righteous person’s steps. God also guides a righteous person’s words and actions. Therefore, a righteous person rightly interprets the Word of…

In these passages David contrasts the righteous and the wicked people. David says, better is the little of the righteous than the abundance of the wicked. The arms of the wicked will be broken, but the Lord sustains the righteous.” The wicked person may be rich and have many possessions, but these will not last. On the other hand, the righteous may have few possessions. However, the righteous will live a more fulfilled life and…

In this Psalm are many pearls of wisdom. The following verses are two of them: “Dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness.” “Delight yourself in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart.” Faithfulness or Faith is something that must be cultivated. Developing Faith in God is a lifelong process. As we live our lives with the Word of God as our guide, our Faith in God will grow. With many…

In this Psalm David speaks about the characteristics of those who do not believe in God. David says, “Transgression speaks to the ungodly within his heart, there is no fear of God before his eyes… The words of his mouth are wickedness and deceit.” The wicked or evil person does not fear God. He or she does not believe God exists. They promote false beliefs, such as evolution. Indeed, they support lies and deceit. The…