Today will be another day we're entirely in the book of Psalms covering eight different chapters. Since these are written in poetic format, they don't take as long to read as other chapters of Scripture, so don't worry! Although the Psalms appeal to our emotions and are highly relatable, they're also deeply theological. The character of God is woven throughout.

If I'm being completely vulnerable with you, there's a verse we'll cover today that helped me honor my commitment to my husband when everything in me was ready to pack my bags and head for the door. Don't worry, my husband signs off on everything I say, so I'm not throwing anyone under the bus! I'm just saying marriage is hard and God's word has helped me more times than I can count to strengthen my spirit to do something that my flesh was too weak to do.

Today's Reading: Psalm 1, 2, 15, 22, 24, 47, 68, 89

Scripture Read or Referenced:

Psalm 1 (all)

Psalm 2:1-2, 7-8, 12

John 14:6

Psalm 15 (all)

Psalm 22:1, 14-18

Psalm 24:3-5

Psalm 47:2, 8

Psalm 68:5, 10, 19

Psalm 89:14

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Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary, Spurgeon's Treasury of David

Today we're studying one Chronicles 13-16 and Psalm 106 and 107. Now that David has been crowned king over all of Israel, we'll learn what he prioritized as he began his reign. We'll be reminded that as steadfast as God's love is, we can't neglect His Holiness.

Today's Reading: 1 Chronicles 13-16 + Psalm 106-107

Scripture Read or Referenced:

1 Chronicles 13 (all)

1 Chronicles 14:1-2

1 Chronicles 15:2, 13, 29

1 Chronicles 16:1-3, 7, 43

Psalm 106:44-48

Psalm 107:1-6, 43

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Even though we've been reading Scripture at a fast pace, we can still appreciate the extremely long wait and adversity David endured before he was finally crowned king by the entire nation of Israel.

Today we enter in and enjoy the unity of the nation, and it's a challenge for us to walk in unity in the body of Christ.

Today's Scripture: 2 Samuel 4-5 + 1 Chronicles 11-12 + Psalm 133

Scripture Read or Referenced:

2 Samuel 4:4

2 Samuel 5:1-5

Luke 2:11

1 Chronicles 12:23-29

Psalm 133:1

John 13:35

Philippians 2:1-11

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Psalm 88 is the only Psalm that doesn't resolve, but the very act of crying out to God is still a choice made in faith and God is honored by it. Whether you are in a season of joy or struggle, the Lord will meet you through the book of Psalms today!

And guess what? Today we finish those genealogies in Chronicles! Give yourself a pat on the back. :)

Today's Reading: 1 Chronicles 8-10 and Psalm 81, 88, 92, and 93

Scripture Read or Referenced:

1 Chronicles 8:33

1 Chronicles 9:1-2, 13, 17-26

1 Chronicles 10:13-14

Psalm 84:10

Psalm 81:1-4, 11-16

Psalm 88 (all)

Psalm 92 (all)

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Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary, Spurgeon's Treasury of David

The genealogies continue in our reading with 1 Chronicles 6-7. It may not be completely evident to us today, but these chapters were practically relevant for the people of that time, and in order to understand why we need to visit a historical event.

Then, the Psalms we're reading today come from book three and the focus is on holiness in God's people. That's reflective of the call to holiness in Leviticus. Remember in that book that over and over God said, "Be holy as I am holy"? As you listen to these Psalms try to hear why the organizer of the Psalms put it in this section.

Today's Reading: 1 Chronicles 6-7 + Psalm 73, 77, 78

Scripture Read or Referenced:

Psalm 73:1-29

Psalm 77:1-2, 10-14

Psalm 78: 35-39

Psalm 78:5-8 (Prayer)

Today we're focusing on 1Chronicles 3-5 and Psalm 84, 85 and 87. Since Psalm 84 is the theme for this entire podcast, I'm pretty excited to revisit it with you!

Though the purpose of this Psalm is to point us to worship of God and the pilgrimage the original readers took for the annual feasts in Jerusalem, I think we can find many principles of godly motherhood here as well! A life lived in worship and devotion to God will naturally be a motherhood that honors Christ!

Today's Reading: 1 Chronicles 3-5 + Psalm 84, 85, 87

Scripture Read or Referenced:

1 Chronicles 3:1-9

1 Chronicles 4:9-10

1 Chronicles 5:22-26

Psalm 84 (All, of course!)

Psalm 85:8, 11

Psalm 87:4

James 1:5

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Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary, Spurgeon's Treasury of David

There are a lot of geneologies in the book of Chronicles and there is overlap with the books of Kings and Samuel. So why is this book important and who decided it should be in the Canon of Scripture? Today we talk a little about this before we experience the depths of Psalms.

Today's Reading: 1 Chronicles 1-2 + Psalm 43, 45, and 49

Scripture Read or Referenced:

Psalm 43

Psalm 49

Artwork of Jerome with His Lion: https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/336229

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Today our reading is entirely from the book of Psalms. For a moment, I had to pause and think, "What would the Bible be if the book of Psalms wasn't included?" I can't count the times in my life where I needed deep encouragement, strength, and hope, and I knew to open my Bible to Psalms. No matter what we're feeling in life, from joy to lament, to anger, discouragement, depression, anxiety, awe, exhaustion, humility, or gratitude, Psalms not only meets us where we're at, it takes us where we're supposed to be--reminding us that in all situations, we serve a King worthy of our worship.

Today's Reading: Psalm 6, 8-10, 14, 16, 19, 21

Scripture Read or Referenced:

Psalm 6 (all)

Psalm 8:2

Matthew 21:16

Psalm 9:1-10

Psalm 10:12-14, 17-18

Psalm 14:2

Psalm 19:1-2, 7-11, 14

Psalm 21:1-7

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Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary, Spurgeon's Treasury of David

Today we're studying the first three chapters of Second Samuel, and then we'll read Psalms 1 28 through one 30, and pray accordingly. First and second Samuel are one book in the Hebrew Bible, but we're divided because the scrolls didn't contain enough room to keep them together.

We'll talk about the blessing of friendship, and how David is still waiting for the complete fulfillment of God's promises to Him, and how messy the battle for the throne was.

Today's Reading: 2 Samuel 1-3 + Psalm 128-130

Scripture Read or Referenced:

2 Samuel 1: 1, 6-14, 25-26

2 Samuel 2:1, 4, 6, 8, 18, 28

2 Samuel 3: 1, 6, 8-10, 36-37

Psalm 128-130 (all)

Today we'll conclude 1 Samuel with chapters 29 through 31, as well as Psalm 18 and 123 through 125. Scripture has been going back and forth revealing the dichotomy between the character of Saul and David. The providential hand of the Lord will continue to direct and guide David, and it will ordain the end of Saul's reign and life. In reflecting upon their lives, we'll get to ask ourselves: When even the worst is happening to us or to those we love, do we see ourselves turning to sin or do we find an opportunity to gain our strength from the Lord?

Today's Reading: 1 Samuel 29-31 + Psalm 18, 123-125

Scripture Read:

1 Samuel 29:6-7

1 Samuel 30:18-20, 23-25

Acts 13:22

1 Samuel 31:3-6

Psalm 124:8

Psalm 125:2

Psalm 18 (Most--It's one of my favorites!)

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Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary, Spurgeon's Treasury of David