Thoughts These three chapters a part of what is known as the Egyptian Hallel because they were sung as a part of the annual Passover celebration that Jews observed. Psalms 113 and 114 were sung before the Passover meal, and 115-118 were sung after the meal. When was Jesus crucified? Just before Passover. What did…

Thoughts Praise the Lord! I will praise the Lord with my whole heart, In the assembly of the upright and in the congregation. Psalms 111:1 NKJV Notice the psalmist says, “I will praise the Lord…”. He does not say, “I feel like praising the Lord…”. It is an act of will, not an emotion.  Face it, sometimes we do not feel like…

Thoughts Psalm 108 David begins this psalm with a declaration: I am determined, O God! I will sing and praise you with my whole heart. Many years ago I read the book “Experiencing God” by Henry Blackaby. It changed my life. Truly. In this book, the author made this point: Decide in advance that no…

Thoughts Chapter 106 opens with a call to praise the Lord and give thanks because He is good and His loyal love endures. In fact, the first five verses are a joy to read. We’re sort of saying, “Yes! Amen!” along with the author. And then at verse seven things take a darker tone. The…

Thoughts As I’m recording this, it is Tuesday morning. My wife, the Lovely Lady LeeAnn is off work today, and she found an article in a magazine about some of the most beautiful scenic drives here in southern California. I have to say, with all the problems California has right now, this is still a…

Thoughts For the most part, these chapters were psalms of worship and celebration.  Do you know Dennis Prager? He’s been on the radio since 1982, and his show has been syndicated to hundreds of radio stations for decades. And he’s had a syndicated newspaper column for even longer than his radio show, I think. And…

Thoughts I don’t know about you, but I can’t help but get excited when I read chapters like these. Psalm 93 declares that God is king, then proceeds to illustrate in great, majestic language how this is true.  Psalm 94 opens by referring to Him as the God of vengeance. This is an interesting word….

Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 90-92 NLT Support Please remember that this is a listener supported show. Your support of any amount is needed and very much appreciated. Find out how by clicking here. Thoughts Psalm 90 Psalm 90 was written by Moses. Though it’s only 17 verses, it sums…

Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 84-86 GNT Support Please remember that this is a listener supported show. Your support of any amount is needed and very much appreciated. Find out how by clicking here. Thoughts I read Psalm 84 with different eyes, beloved. How about you? Verses 1 and 2…

Executive Producer This episode is brought to you in part by Executive Producer, John Anonymous. Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 81-83 GWT Support Please remember that this is a listener supported show. Your support of any amount is needed and very much appreciated. Find out how by clicking here. Thoughts…