Historically, Psalm 105 was most likely penned by Asaph and was used when David brought the Ark of the Covenant back to Jerusalem. The full text recounts God’s constant presence and protection throughout history and is a call to remember all the wonderful deeds the Lord has performed. It was used as a song of…

David wrote Psalm 31 during a time of intense personal stress. After lamenting about his situation for several verses, he expresses David expresses his trust in the Lord. As I’ve expressed several times, my relationship with the Lord sometimes follows a similar pattern of lamenting and complaining only to be followed by praise and understanding…

Romans 12:1 marks a shift in the tone and message of Romans. Chapters 1-11 are deeply theological, containing descriptions of the human condition, sin, and God’s grace through Jesus Christ. Then in Chapter 12 he unpacks the theology and gives concrete instructions to guide Christians as they carry out their beliefs in real time. I’m…

I love this verse! David’s declaration is simple but powerful. In one sentence he declares his devotion and trust in the Lord. His trust in God’s mercy, faithfulness, and love in all situations encourages me more than I can express, especially in my darkest moments. When chaos, temptation, or pain surrounds me, this psalm brings…