Through the Psalms

One of the six enthronement psalms of the divine kingdom, this psalm celebrates Christ’s rule over all the earth and His ascension to His throne. It commands us to sing praises to the exalted King.

This is a well-known psalm which describes God as our refuge and help. Martin Luther wrote the famous hymn, A Mighty Fortress is Our God, based upon the first verse of this psalm. Psalm 46 is a Song of Zion, as it mentions the city of God.

This is a Royal Psalm that is both historical and messianic in nature. The occasion is the King’s wedding—possibly between King Solomon and an Egyptian princess. However, there is messianic language used in verses 6 and 7 with references to Christ, as quoted in Hebrews 1:8-9. Thus, this psalm points to the wedding between Christ and the Church and His future reign which will last forever.

There was a leak of Justice Samuel Alito’s decision in the Dobbs case that could potentially overturn Roe v Wade. Pray for the conservative justices to stand strong, and pray that life would be honored in our nation once again.

A national lament psalm for the sons of Korah, this psalm contrasts God’s deliverance for Israel in the past with the present persecution by Israel’s enemies. The psalmist declares that he will not trust in his bow or sword, but he will boast in God. This psalm closes with a prayer for God to awake and arise for Israel’s help and redemption.

A lament psalm that begins with the famous verse about the deer panting after the water brooks. The psalmist seems to be in exile, and he longs to return to Jerusalem to worship God. The self-inquiring refrain (Why art thou cast down, O my soul?) about hoping and praising God for the help of his countenance reoccurs throughout the two psalms.

David describes the blessedness of those who consider the poor. He asks God for mercy and healing as he confesses his sin. He also speaks about persecution by his enemies. He again asks God for mercy, and expresses confidence in the Lord’s favor. He closes with a doxology of praise.

David talks about waiting upon God and praises Him for answered prayer. This Psalm has two main parts—thanksgiving and lament. The book of Hebrews quotes verses 6-8 in referring to Christ. Psalm 70 is almost identical to verses 13-17 in this Psalm.

David says he will take heed to his ways so that he will not sin with his tongue. He also reflects upon the brevity of life. He prays to God for deliverance and healing. He puts his trust in God, not in the temporary things of this world.

Parental notice: This episode contains sensitive content. In this Penitential Psalm, David seeks God’s mercy, describes his guilt and misery, confesses his sin to God, and asks for God’s help.