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Psalm 26, 56, 86, 116, 146 – The Twenty Sixs Plus Thirty’s

Psalm 26, 56, 86, 116, 146 No one is a shoo-in for heaven. Even the writer of Psalm 26 seeks the LORD’s deliverance. He writes that he has lived a life of obedience. He even asks the LORD to do the examination of his heart and mind to see if he is wrong about hisContinue reading “Psalm 26, 56, 86, 116, 146 – The Twenty Sixs Plus Thirty’s”

The Twenty-Plus-Five’s

Psalm 25, 55, 85, 115, 145 Love changes things. As we think about the process of forgiveness Psalm 25:7 provides some insight. As the writer expresses his trust in the LORD (vv1-2) he also recognizes his own sinfulness (v7). He asks that the LORD would use His love as a filter when He remembers hisContinue reading “The Twenty-Plus-Five’s”

The Twenty-Plus-Four’s

Psalm 24, 54, 84, 114, 144 There should be no doubt in the heart of a Jesus-follower about whose world this is. It is the LORD’s (Ps 24:1). And He has the right to set the qualifications for entry and in habiting His world. And He does (vv3-4). We must be clean by His standards,Continue reading “The Twenty-Plus-Four’s”

The Twenty-Plus-Three’s

Psalm 23, 53, 83, 113, 143 Psalm 23 is perhaps the most familiar psalm in all the psalms. What powerful and comforting words! Because the LORD is in charge of my life, I have no need that He doesn’t satisfy. Provision for body and soul. Guidance. Protection. Empowerment for the task at hand. Blessing. HisContinue reading “The Twenty-Plus-Three’s”

The Twenty-Plus-Two’s

Psalm 22, 52, 82, 112, 142 I think the worst feeling in the world is the feeling you get when you think God has left you. The words of Psalm 22 are spoken by Jesus as He hung on the Cross, bearing all our sin. As you read this psalm, listen for some of theContinue reading “The Twenty-Plus-Two’s”

The Twenty-Plus-One’s

Psalm 21, 51, 81, 111, 141 It is a blessed time when the leader of a nation acknowledges the supreme place of the LORD in his life and in the life of the nation (Ps 21). Look at all the blessings that the king has received and for which he gives thanks. Are you willingContinue reading “The Twenty-Plus-One’s”

The Twenty’s

Psalm 20, 50, 80, 110, 140 Have you ever had someone pray for you and bless you in a way that made you feel important, special and sure to succeed? This is exactly how Psalm 20 begins. Never underestimate the power of words, especially those spoken to those closest to us. With a word weContinue reading “The Twenty’s”

The Ten-Plus-Nine’s

Psalm 19, 49, 79, 109, 139 To anyone who is willing to hear, creation itself screams God’s existence (Psalm 19:1). How anyone can miss this message seems impossible to me. It is so loud. From the smallest atomic particles to the vastness of space, and the structure of DNA to the balance of elements necessaryContinue reading “The Ten-Plus-Nine’s”

The Ten-Plus-Eight’s

Psalm 18, 48, 78, 108, 138 Notice the piling up of terms of strength (Ps 18:2) used by the psalmist as he is in distress. It is good to know that no matter what kind of power you need in your time of distress, the LORD is the source of that strength. The writer wasContinue reading “The Ten-Plus-Eight’s”

The Ten-Plus-Seven’s

Psalm 17, 47, 77, 107, 137 Sometimes the best thing to do is pray (Ps 17). And notice the weaving of petition and an illustration of what the experience of the answer would be like. He is examined by the LORD (v3) and he has not compromised (v4). This is in response to his prayerContinue reading “The Ten-Plus-Seven’s”