I fell behind in my reading. I think the days of staying up late and trying to do everything finally caught up with me, so even though yesterday I started my reading, i did not finish it until today and that is okay. Reading the Bible in 90 days is ambitious, especially when you work, and have a family, so I have chosen to give myself some grace.
The Psalms are a collection of songs, hymns and poems, most of which were written by David. There is a lot of wisdom, worship and instruction written in those passages. I took the approach of summarizing each one in a sentence for my notes. I hope that I can continually use the Psalms to continue to bear fruit by studying His law.
Passage:
Psalm 1-30
Discovered:
- Psalm 1: Blessed are those who study His law, they are like a tree producing fruit.
- 2: David fleeing Absalom: I have many enemies, I will not fear the Lord for He is my protection. He will deliver me.
- 3: While the world will suffer His wrath, we have Christ’s victory. Serve the Lord.
- 4: You, Lord have helped me when I was in distress, I will be careful not to sin in my anger. I am safe in your arms.
- 5: God lead me in your righteousness, cover us with protection and peace.
- 6: David asks the Lord for deliverance from his troubles.
- 7: David: Lord, you are my refuge, if I have sinned, punish me. God is my shield.
- 8: How majestic is your name and the work of your hands and yet you care for man.
- 9: I will give thanks to the Lord and give Him praise. He judges with righteousness.
- 10: The wicked rule the earth, but you Lord are good for You are King.
- 11: I trust in the Lord regardless of the situation. He tests everyone (righteous and wicked), but only the righteous are rewarded.
- 12: Even though the faithful are few, You have promised to deliver them from the fate of the wicked.
- 13: Lord, deliver me from enemies, I tryst in your love and provision. I will praise you!
- 14: The world is filled with fools but the Lord will establish His kingdom.
- 15: Psalm 15 describes the character of those who walk with the Lord.
- 16: Lord, I trust in you, you are who I chose, even in death, I am safe with you.
- 17: A prayer: protect me from my enemies for my feet have not slipped from Your path.
- 18: You are my rock, my fortress, and my protector.
- 19: His creation (universe) declares His glory. His law is perfect and meets our needs.
- 20: Trust in the name of the Lord.
- 21: David is thankful for what he’s been given: life, King of Israel, all of his blessings.
- 22: I trust in You, Lord, even when I cannot find You, protect me from my enemies.
- 23: David compares the Lord to a shepard who protects and cares for His flock.
- 24: The earth is His creation, let us worship His glory.
- 25: David asks for protection, instruction, forgiveness of his sins, and deliverance.
- 26: I have followed in Your ways, protect me from the curse of the wicked and I will worship Your name!
- 27: The Lord is my protector, my salvation, I will rejoice in Him!
- 28: David: Hear my cry, rescue me from my enemies for you are my salvation, please remember to care for Your people, Israel.
- 29: Give the Lord His glory due for His power is immeasurable.
- 30: Lord, I worship you for the things you’ve done, you have rescued me and I will sing of your praise!
Help me to remember:
to seek You for You are my rock and my protector!
Lord, I ask that . . .
through Your salvation that you deliver me from the fate of the wicked!
Heavenly Father, I am thankful for . . .
Psalm 15, for the guidance of what my character should look like when I walk with You!
