This psalm of David was meant to be sung in the Temple. The first part of Psalm 139 describes the chief attributes of God and then prays for a pure heart and conduct. The psalm speaks about the presence of God’s Spirit and the comfort He gives in His Word. […]
Read More Psalm 130 is labeled a “Song of Ascents” because it was sung by the pilgrims as they traveled to Jerusalem for the three major festival: Passover, Pentecost, and Day of Atonement. On cannot approach God’s Temple without a profound sense of sinfulness leading to repentance. Psalm 130 expresses the pilgrim’s […]
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In this psalm David expresses the joy of the faithful in being able to worship God in the tabernacle.
Read More This Psalm is one of the Songs of Ascents (Psalms 120-134) which were sung by the pilgrims on their journey to Jerusalem for the Passover. God had promised those who traveled to the Passover that their homes would not be destroyed nor would they be assaulted on the way. Psalm […]
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Some psalms cry to God for mercy because the author is dealing with great troubles. God invites such people to call upon Him and He promises to deliver them.
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This psalm may have been written as a prayer to the Lord in the face of invading enemies, who placed their confidence in their heathen idols.
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