This episode reflects on a time in Israel's past where they are met by the goodness of God who has turned their misfortune into freedom and joy. Their mouths were filled with laughter, whereas before they were filled with groaning and cries of despair. Just as God has worked redemption in the past, God will not diminish and is worthy of our trust in the present and future, because God is the same, yesterday, today and forever. God provides streams in the desert. Izzi Ray sings "You Turned Tears In Joy."

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This prayer expresses the feeling of separation and the resulting distress from feeling like we are abandoned. We cannot find an anchor within us, so we cry out to God to bring us close to Himself and cover and protect us. Chad explains the imagery of the Mercy Seat from the temple. Izzi Ray sings "Under the Cover of Your Wings."

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This is a prayer which orients us in the morning to offer our lives to God with trust and thanksgiving. We align ourselves towards the One who made us and loves us. Rebekah Caggegi sings "In The Morning."

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Psalm 4 reminds us that our daily lives are lived in a battlefield. And just as the world hated Christ, so it will hate those who follow Him. David asks God to hear him when he calls, because God is the God of his righteousness. David shows us how he is pressed in and trapped and asks God to widen this place and set him free. Blake Flatley sings "Temporary World".

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Moses highlights how ultimately short life is in the light of eternity. Chad speaks of the anger of God and and how he the passionate exclusionary relational God seeks to bring us back to Himself. Jeff Macare sings the hymn "O God Our Help In Ages Past."

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Uniquely attributed to Moses, this Psalm offers a grand recalling of the creation account and God's covenant faithfulness though the generations. Last described is the frailty of our humanity and sinful lives that bring suffering and death. Rebekah Caggegi sings "Generation to Generation."

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Chad talks about the practice of prayer and the offering of incense. The tradition of meditating on the psalms helps explain and the symbolism involved in these practices. Izzi Ray sings the hymn "Sweet Hour of Prayer."

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Chad explains the context and background of Psalm 52 and explores the destructive power of the tongue. The Psalm demonstrates why you cannot trust in your own ability and must rely on God for righteousness and salvation. Alissa Gifford sings "In the Eyes of The Lord."

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Verse 12 begins with a description of God's blessings to the faithful. Here we are reminded that this life is a struggle and fight, and that our only hope for victory is in Christ. Chris Lizotte sings "Saving Me From Myself."

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Calling on the God's vengeance, this militant prayer is aimed against the enemies of God and his people. Here we are reminded that the God of Israel is not a dead idol but active and powerful. Izzi Ray sings "Rise Up."

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