Let My Prayer Arise

By Fr. Wilbur Ellsworth and Ancient Faith Radio

What's Let My Prayer Arise about?

The Psalms have been called the "Hymn Book of the Church" and contain rich and prophetic references to Christ. In this podcast, Fr. Wilbur Ellsworth takes us through the Psalter and helps us to make them the prayer of our hearts.

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Let My Prayer Arise episodes:

12.22.2012
Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 130 (131)
In his continuing series on the Psalms of Ascent, Fr. Wilbur looks at Psalm 130 (131 in the Hebrew) and says that the higher we rise into union with God, the lower we go from centering on ourselves.
10.07.2012
Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 129 (130)
Fr. Wilbur begins the last set of the Psalms of Ascent with another familiar Vespers Psalm - "Out of the depths, I have cried to You, O Lord."
05.08.2012
Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 127 (128)
We are now moving beyond the mid-point of our journey in the 15 Psalms of Ascent. Psalm 127 (128 in the Hebrew) talks about the "fear of the Lord" which is described as pure and enduring forever.
04.28.2012
Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 126 (127)
In his continuing series on the Psalms of Ascent, Fr. Wilbur looks at Psalm 126 (127 in the Hebrew) and the assurance that God is with us in the journey.
04.06.2012
Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 125 (126)
In this Psalm, we reflect on the middle of our journey when the newness has worn off and the destination seems so far away.
03.31.2012
Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 124 (125)
Continuing through the Psalms of Ascent, Fr. Wilbur reflects on Psalm 124 (125 in the Hebrew) where we take comfort in being surrounded by the love of God.
03.24.2012
Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 123 (124)
In the next Ode of Ascent, Fr. Wilbur shows us that God delivers us in close calls and close calls are the foundation of maturing faith.
03.16.2012
Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 122 (123)
Continuing with the Psalms of Ascent, Fr. Wilbur looks at Psalm 122 (123 in the Hebrew) which shows how we are given strength for the journey.
03.08.2012
Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 121(122)
The Psalm of Ascent associated with the Pre-Sanctified Liturgy during Great Lent is Psalm 121 (122 in the Hebrew) where we "go up" to the House of the Lord.
03.02.2012
Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 120 (121)
Fr.Wilbur continues his series on the Psalms of Ascent looking to the hills "from whence comes my help."
02.25.2012
Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 119 (120)
In the first of his reflections on the Psalms we pray at the Pre-Sancified Liturgy during Great Lent, Fr. Wilbur looks at Psalm 119 (120) and the journey of a sojourner.
01.04.2012
A Psalm for Theophany
Fr. Wilbur takes us through Psalm 28(29) where the prophetic vision of the worship of the Trinity is made manifest.
12.25.2011
Psalm 39 - A Christmas Prophecy
In this prophetic Psalm, we have a song filled with love and a Psalm which gave theme to Hebrews 10. See the incarnation of Christ in this beautiful hymn of the Church.
12.15.2011
A Psalm for Christmas
Psalm 73 (74) asks the great "Why" question of humanity. That question is answered in a cave in Bethlehem as the God of the universe takes on flesh for our salvation.
09.28.2011
Psalm 103
One of the best know Psalms for Orthodox Christians is Psalm 103 (104) which is chanted at each Vespers service. Fr. Wilbur explores the beauty and depth of this Psalm in today's podcast.
09.13.2011
Psalm 140
Fr. Wilbur takes a closer look at the Psalm we sing at every Vespers.
08.26.2011
Psalm 112
What does it mean to praise the Lord "Henceforth and Forever More?"
08.08.2011
Psalm 142
Another one of the morning Psalms asks the question, "How shall I walk?"
06.14.2011
Psalm 102:6-20
Fr. Wilbur reflects on the many facets of God's goodness.
05.12.2011
Psalm 102:1-5
Fr. Wilbur talks about the first 5 verses of one of the most beloved Psalms of the Church - Bless the Lord O My Soul!
04.21.2011
Psalm 67 - Let God Arise!
Paschal images abound in this well loved Psalm prophesying the resurrection and ascension of our Lord.
04.15.2011
Psalm 117 - Blessed is He Who Comes in the Name of the Lord
Palm Sunday and Holy Week present opportunities for us to see Christ exalted, holy, and victorious!
04.09.2011
Psalm 50:18-20
Fr. Wilbur concludes his look at Psalm 50 (51) with the last 2 verses, in particular focusing on the meaning of "then they shall offer bullocks upon your altar."
04.02.2011
Psalm 50:13-17
Continuing his study of this wonderful penitent psalm, Fr. Wilbur looks at verses 13-17.
03.26.2011
Psalm 50:7-12
Fr. Wilbur continues his study of Psalm 50 (51) looking at verses 7-12 and the "deep cleansing" of our souls.
03.17.2011
Psalm 50:1-6
During this Lenten season, Fr. Wilbur takes us through this penitential Psalm of David. Today's episode teaches on verses 1-6.
02.25.2011
Psalm 87
This Psalm reflects the prayer of Christ in the garden who was not afraid to die but was terrified of death.
01.06.2011
Psalm 62
This morning Psalm reminds us that without communion with God our souls are barren, untrodden, and unwatered.
12.24.2010
Psalm 8 - How Wondrous is Your Name!
Fr. Wilbur speaks about the hymn of entrance for the Incarnation of the Son of God.
12.17.2010
Psalm 37
Fr. Wilbur continues looking at the morning Psalms with his reflection on this familiar Psalm from Orthros.
12.10.2010
Psalm 3
This morning Psalm includes the familiar refrain "Arise O God!"
12.03.2010
Psalm 2
In the second episode, Fr. Wilbur takes us through Psalm 2 which begins "Why have the heathens raged?"
11.26.2010
Psalm 1
Fr. Wilbur begins his exploration of the Psalms with the well known Psalm 1 - Blessed is the Man.
11.19.2010
Praying With The Psalms
Fr. Wilbur introduces his new podcast by talking about the depth of the Psalms and how the Church views the Psalms in terms of the Historical, the Christological, and the Liturgical.

What's Let My Prayer Arise about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Let My Prayer Arise episodes:

Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 130 (131)

Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 129 (130)

Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 127 (128)

Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 126 (127)

Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 125 (126)

Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 124 (125)

Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 123 (124)

Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 122 (123)

Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 121(122)

Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 120 (121)

Psalms of Ascent - Psalm 119 (120)

A Psalm for Theophany

Psalm 39 - A Christmas Prophecy

A Psalm for Christmas

Psalm 103

Psalm 140

Psalm 112

Psalm 142

Psalm 102:6-20

Psalm 102:1-5

Psalm 67 - Let God Arise!

Psalm 117 - Blessed is He Who Comes in the Name of the Lord

Psalm 50:18-20

Psalm 50:13-17

Psalm 50:7-12

Psalm 50:1-6

Psalm 87

Psalm 62

Psalm 8 - How Wondrous is Your Name!

Psalm 37

Psalm 3

Psalm 2

Psalm 1

Praying With The Psalms