Psalm 32 is one of the psalms of penitence -- this theme takes up the first half of the song -- but also of refuge: “You are my hiding-place” (vv. 6 -7). Then it changes direction, breaks into other riffs of guidance or wisdom (8-9) and finally circling back to the initial theme of thanksgiving. Of the seven traditional … Continue reading Psalm 32, 31 Mar ’19
Month: March 2019
Psalm 27, 17 Mar ’19
This psalm offers encouragement in difficult times, weaving together two contrasting but commanding threads. First is the imagery of light, beauty and goodness. Calling to mind references to the ‘light of the world’ (John 8:12) and ‘light upon my path’ (Psalm 119:105), it is a theme found in many psalms. Many readers will be familiar with the opening verse: “God is my light and … Continue reading Psalm 27, 17 Mar ’19
Psalm 91, 10 March 2019
The devil took Jesus to a high place and said: “Jump! You’ll be fine … … for it is written, ‘God will command the angels to protect you; on their hands they will bear you up, so that you will not dash your foot against a stone.’Luke 4:9-11 Psalm 91 is where 'it is written'. That … Continue reading Psalm 91, 10 March 2019
Psalms in the South 