Day 261 - Read Psalm 71-72 - Calera Baptist Church

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Day 261 - Read Psalm 71-72

January 9, 2025 • Psalms 71—72

David pleaded with God to deliver him in his time of need. He referred to God as his rock of refuge and his fortress. He committed to praise God for His deeds. David praised God’s righteousness and greatness. Chapter seventy-two is a psalm of David asking God to bless his son, Solomon. He prays for the people to be blessed and for the land to prosper. He sought the blessing of God on the next generation and the generations to follow, and for the whole earth to be filled with the Lord’s glory.

Day 260 - Read Psalm 69-70

January 8, 2025 • Psalms 69—70

David asked God to save him because he was overwhelmed and in need. He wanted to be delivered from his enemies. His distress was more than he could bear. David trusted God to come through and to bless His people. He asked God not to delay his deliverance. He praised God because of his greatness and because of the salvation He would provide to David.

Day 259 - Read Psalm 66-68

January 7, 2025 • Psalms 66—68

The psalmist praised God for his deeds and for hearing the needs of His people. God answered his prayers and did not reject him. Chapter sixty-seven is a song calling the nations to praise God. A request was made to God to allow His face shine on His people that others will know His saving power. Chapter sixty-eight is a song of David recognizing the power of God and His ability to scatter those who are wicked. David compared the reward of the righteous and God’s judgement of the wicked. He praised God for salvation and the deliverance He provided from death. He recognized God’s love for His people, Israel.

Day 258 - Read Psalm 61-65

January 6, 2025 • Psalms 61—65

David praised God as his rock, strong tower, and his refuge against the enemy. David’s song in chapter sixty-two described his consistent trust in God. He condemned those who trusted in riches and encouraged trust and obedience to God. David sought God earnestly in his song in chapter sixty-three. He described his soul’s thirst for God as one would thirst in a dry and weary land. He rejoiced in God. Chapter sixty-four is a song of David asking God to hide him from the wicked men who sought his death. Chapter sixty-five is a song of praise to God for salvation. God is the creator, and His creation sings together for joy because of His provisions.