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20 hours ago · Psalm 69 reflects Jesus’ zeal for God’s house and the mockery He endured, with verses like “Zeal for your house has consumed me” (Psalm 69:9) and “They gave me poison for food, and for my thirst they gave me sour wine to drink” (Psalm 69:21). These prophecies are fulfilled in John 2:17 and during the crucifixion in John 19:28-30.
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[bctt tweet=”Through the Psalms we see that Jesus was destined to be our Messiah. – Lisa Harp Hinds”] Themes of salvation run throughout the messianic Psalms. In Encountering the Old Testament: A Christian Survey, authors Arnold and Beyer state these Psalms reveal various characteristics of Christ as Messiah [ref]Arnold, Bill T. and Bryan E. Beyer....
One characteristic of the lament psalms is the writer’s trust in God’s salvation. That “somehow God will bring him through his trials” (Arnold and Beyer 311). David writes in Psalm 3:3, “But You, O Lord, are a shield about me, My glory, and the One who lifts my head.” After crying out to God about the number of his enemies, David remembers in verse...
Another theme that the Psalms depict is the theme of wisdom. These give us “general observations about life” (Arnold and Beyer 308). Several may be classified as wisdom psalms, including chapters 1, 36, 49, 73, 101, 119, and 139. The psalmists describe the way life should be, and presents one or more aspects of our relationship with God (308). Psal...
[bctt tweet=”The message of the Psalms remains constant & useful for us today. – Lisa Harp Hinds”] Salvation, faith, and wisdom are three major themes found in the Psalms. These themes continue to teach us how to live our lives and influence others for Christ. They show us the importance of giving the proper respect to God, of believing in God’s po...
Jun 5, 2024 · This article explores the enduring relevance and application of Psalms in modern Christian worship and daily life, drawing connections to various biblical passages to illustrate its multifaceted role.
May 7, 2024 · This article is your guide to harnessing the spiritual power of Psalms! Today, we will explore specific ways to incorporate Psalms into your daily routine, and in the end, we will also provide 5 specific psalms that are ideal for your spiritual growth.
Jul 29, 2020 · The Psalmist says to his soul: He will not let your foot be moved; he who keeps you will not slumber. Behold, he who keeps Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. The Lord is your keeper; the Lord is your shade on your right hand. The sun shall not strike you by day, nor the moon by night. The Lord will keep you from all evil; he will keep your ...
Nov 18, 2020 · As we study psalms, we soon learn that the central verse of a psalm is often significant as a key to its interpretation. The central line of Psalm 81 is the heart of that psalm, as the plaintive cry of God is heard: "O Israel, if you would but listen to me!" (v. 8b).
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Jul 1, 2021 · The psalmist specifies that God is the beholder of one’s fate, “In your book were written all the days that were formed for me, when none of them as yet existed” (Psalm 139:16). The message that the psalmist is conveying can be interpreted after identifying the truths and promises one should claim.