Fortress
The term fortress (71:3) could describe the city walls of ancient times. These walls, usually stone, included towers at strategic points so that the soldiers… Read More »Fortress
The term fortress (71:3) could describe the city walls of ancient times. These walls, usually stone, included towers at strategic points so that the soldiers… Read More »Fortress
The deep. In Ps. 69:15, “the deep” is a striking picture of the problems of life that can seem so frightening and overpowering. But the… Read More »The deep
Ancient worship leaders. Psalm 68:24–27 mentions singers and musicians leading worship. Other passages, such as 1 Chron. 15:16–22, give details about some of the musical… Read More »Ancient worship leaders
Wanting God’s blessing. Psalm 67 echoes the priestly blessing in Num. 6:24–26. Israel desires God’s blessing so that all nations may know of his saving… Read More »Wanting God’s blessing
The psalmist David’s desire to dwell in God’s courts (65:4), that is, in the sanctuary, recalls his closing words in Psalm 23: “and I shall… Read More »Dwell in God’s courts
Banners served as battle flags in ancient wars. Attached to poles, they were used to signal troop movements or to serve as rallying points. Banners… Read More »Banners
Pride (59:12) is the opposite of humility. It means putting excessive confidence in one’s own abilities, wealth, or position. Pride causes a person to crave… Read More »Pride
Memorizing the Psalms. The poetic style of the Psalms make them easy to memorize. Throughout the centuries, many believers have memorized all 150 Psalms.
“Upon Edom I cast my shoe” (108:9). In ancient times, people would sometimes lay claim to a parcel of land by walking its boundaries and… Read More »“Upon Edom I cast my shoe”
A helpful guide. The writers of the Psalms understood the importance of constant communication with God. They knew that God would hear their prayers, and… Read More »A helpful guide
There is none who does good. In Rom. 3:10–12, the apostle Paul cites Ps. 53:1–3 to explain the universal human condition of sin. No person… Read More »There is none who does good
Hyssop is a member of the mint family. Its fuzzy leaves and branches produce bunches of small white or yellow flowers. During Passover, the people… Read More »Hyssop