Category Archives: Psalms

Despondent. No other word better describes the tone of the psalm written by Heman the Ezrahite. I don’t think this song went to the “top of the charts” . . . thinkin’ that it wasn’t played incessantly on NT Radio … Continue reading →

For the past few weeks, we’ve truly been “empty nesters.” It’s the first time we’ve had no one living in the house with us . . . no daughters . . . and no “adopted” daughters. For now, they are … Continue reading →

You kind of sense that the songwriter of the seventy-third psalm has hit the wall. Whatever’s been going on around him . . whatever’s been happening to him . . . it has him at the point where he sets … Continue reading →

It’s a song born out of the wilderness. A melody birthed under the pressure of being on the run from the enemy. And, at it’s essence, it’s a song about knowing afresh the presence of God. O God, You are … Continue reading →

I can’t imagine all that ran through David’s mind as he hid out in that cave. Once anointed by Samuel . . . prophesied to be king . . . faithful servant in the royal courts . . . this … Continue reading →

Never really paused over the last couple of verses of Psalm 51 before. Kind of an interesting way for David to wrap up his song of repentance, confession, and plea for restoration. It’s a song written after Nathan the prophet … Continue reading →

I’ve got to think that most people can relate to the overall tone of Psalm 42. It’s the dirge rhythm of a downcast soul. The oppressive feeling of despair. That sinking feeling that breaks like waves over your whole being. … Continue reading →

Psalm 30 is a song David composed for the dedication of the temple. An offering of praise to Him who had determined to dwell in the midst of His people. A psalm of reflection . . . recalling a time … Continue reading →

When I was in elementary school I had an aunt who called me “Speed.” I don’t know that I was any faster than other kids . . . I do recall taking home a few blue ribbons from our school’s … Continue reading →