Category: Biblical Reflections

The psalmist writes of the great delivering power and work of God.   1 Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever. 2 Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, Whom He has redeemed from the hand of the enemy, 3 And gathered out of the lands, … Continue reading Thankful for Redemption (Psalm 107)

The psalmist here describes the many failings of Israel as a nation.  He speaks of their rebellion by the Red Sea, complaining against Moses when Pharaoh threatened them.  God then dried up the Red Sea and delivered them and led them through, destroying Pharaoh's army.  They complained for food is the wilderness, and God fed … Continue reading The Joy of Forgiveness (Psalm 106)

This psalm describes God's faithfulness in several different verses focusing on various aspects of God's goodness.  The first verse speaks of the need for men to give thanks to the Lord, which is the purpose of the psalm primarily.  The second verse describes His covenant with Israel and His role as the righteous judge.  The … Continue reading The Lord’s Eternal Faithfulness (Psalm 105)

This psalm speaks to the great work of the sovereign Lord in creation and providence.  The writer speaks of the Lord being great, clothed in honor and majesty.  He is covered with light and stretched out the heavens like a curtain.  He uses the clouds and heavens as His chariot, He laid the foundations of … Continue reading (Psalm 104)

David writes this psalm of praise unto God, primarily lifting up His mercies to mankind.  He admonishes the reader to not forget the benefits of serving God.  God heals, God forgives, God protects, provides, feeds, and renews.  He gives justice to the oppressed, led Israel, is merciful, gracious, even-tempered, forgiving, and unbelieveably merciful.   Man, … Continue reading Praise Him for His Mercies: Forget Not His Benefits (Psalm 103)

The psalmist writes a psalm here that reflects his affliction.  He begins by asking God to hear and answer his prayer.  The then describes his current situation: consumed, burned, stricken, withered, pining.  His enemies reproach and swear at him, and he weeps constantly.  He then takes a detour and speaks of the Lord's everlasting nature, … Continue reading The Eternal Love of God (Psalm 102)

1 I will sing of mercy and justice; To You, O Lord, I will sing praises.2 I will behave wisely in a perfect way. Oh, when will You come to me? I will walk within my house with a perfect heart. 3 I will set nothing wicked before my eyes; I hate the work of … Continue reading I Promise This (Psalm 101)

1 Make a joyful shout to the Lord, all you lands! 2 Serve the Lord with gladness;  Come before His presence with singing. 3 Know that the Lord, He is God;  It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves;  We are His people and the sheep of His pasture.  4 Enter into … Continue reading The Praiseworthy God (Psalm 100)

1 The Lord reigns;Let the peoples tremble! He dwells between the cherubim; Let the earth be moved! 2 The Lord is great in Zion, And He is high above all the peoples. 3 Let them praise Your great and awesome name— He is holy. 4 The King’s strength also loves justice; You have established equity; … Continue reading Praise God for His Holiness (Psalm 99)

1 Oh, sing to the LORD a new song!                                                                                             … Continue reading Praise Him for Salvation (Psalm 98)