When facing problems we can often turn our focus solely on ourselves. But, is this right? Is there a better place to look in difficulties? Psalm 7 is another attributed to David and was written about his encounter with a Benjaminite named Cush (1 Samuel 22.8, 24.9, 26.19). He begins by asking for deliverance inContinue reading "Psalm 7"
Psalm 6
This is the first of the penitential Psalms in our Bibles: Psalms of confession and/or humility before the Lord. "LORD, do not rebuke me in your anger. Do not discipline me in your raging fury. Have mercy on me, LORD, for I am frail. Heal me, LORD, for my bones are shaking." (vv.1-2) David criesContinue reading "Psalm 6"
Psalm 5
Another Psalm of David from Book 1, this time to be recited with wind instruments. Asking God to hear his prayer during dangerous times, David is confident in drawing near. A Psalm packed with practical points for us, lets see what is happening. In vv.1-3 David's complaint, or sigh, is brought before the Lord. Specifically,Continue reading "Psalm 5"
Psalm 4
Closely related to Psalm 3 and also written by David, it is possible that this prayer was born in the same circumstances. David begins with a cry for God to hear his prayer (v.1) and then shares his problem in v.2: "You men, how long will you try to turn my honour into shame? HowContinue reading "Psalm 4"
Psalm 3
"Rest, recuperate, and refocus on the Lord."
James Travis 