Category Archives: The Psalm Project

The Psalm Project #13

Ruthless witnesses come forward; they question me on things I know nothing about (Psalm 35:11 NIV). Thank You, God, for retirement. What a blessing it is not to have to deal with workplace politics. My life is characterized by peace. … Continue reading

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The Psalm Project #12

Into your hands I commit my spirit; redeem me, O Lord, the God of truth (Psalm 31:5). Dear God, I surrender myself to You. Let me no longer live for myself; let me walk according to Your will. Make me … Continue reading

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The Psalm Project #10

The Lord confides in those who fear him; he makes his covenant known to them (Psalm 25:14 NIV). Dear God, If You were to confide in me, what secrets would You tell me? Would You tell me of Your dreams … Continue reading

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The Psalm Project #9

Remember not the sins of my youth and my rebellious ways; according to your love remember me, for you are good O Lord. . . He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them his way (Psalm 25:7, … Continue reading

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The Psalm Project #8

My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Why are you so far from saving me, so far from the words of my groaning? (Psalm 22:1 NIV) Dear God, how terrifying and awful and wondrous is what Jesus endured … Continue reading

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The Psalm Project #7

May he give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed (Psalm 20:4 NIV). Dear God, You love me more than I love myself. You will to bless me with all the abundance of heaven. Help … Continue reading

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The Psalm Project #6

Show the wonder of your great love, you who save by your right hand those who take refuge in you from their foes (Psalm 17:7 NIV). Dear God, sometimes I squirm with discomfort, with blame I don’t deserve, with consequences … Continue reading

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The Psalm Project #5

But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation (Psalm 13:5 NIV) Dear God, I love being part of a congregation who honors You. I love worshipping You with a crowd of believers. Thank You for … Continue reading

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The Psalm Project #4

O Lord, you will keep us safe and protect us from such people forever (Psalm 12:7 NIV). Dear God, I put myself in the shelter of Your hands. All around me I see people whose sole motive is to hurt … Continue reading

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The Psalm Project #3

  O Lord my God, I take refuge in you; save and deliver me from all who pursue me, or they will tear me like a lion and rip me to pieces with no one to rescue me (Psalm 7:1-2 … Continue reading

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