Monday, April 18, 2022 Read: Psalm 9:1-12 It’s hard to know for sure but some scholars believe that this psalm was written toward the end of David’s life. The psalmist offers sincere words of thanks and praise to God for His mercy and help throughout his life. Pray: O Lord, you have been good to me too. Let me thank You for the following blessings…
Tuesday, April 19, 2022 Read:
Psalm 9:13-20 You’ve probably heard someone say, “God is so
unfair!” David has heard such talk as
well. But in this section of the psalm,
David defend the fairness of God’s judgments, noting that rebellion against God
brings punishment. Pray: Thank You, gracious God, for the assurance that You will never
leave me nor forsake me. In Jesus’
name. Amen.
Wednesday, April 20,
2022 Read: Psalm 10:1-12 Sometimes
it seems as though those who purposefully lead ungodly lives prosper the
most. In today’s reading, David
describes the actions of such people and pleads to the Lord not to let the
arrogant escape His wrath. Pray: Dear Father, restrain those who seek
to bring evil against we, Your people.
Keep us in Your care. In Jesus’
name. Amen.
Thursday, April 21,
2022 Read: Psalm 10:13-18
The psalmist writes in verse 16: “The Lord is king forever and ever.” This is another way of saying, “God is in control!” Pray:
O Lord, You are the Rock. Your works are
perfect. All Your ways are just. Amen.
(based on Deut. 32:4)
Friday, April 22, 2022 Read:
Psalm 11 This psalm offers a powerful testimony to the
way the Lord cares for His people. David
again proclaims the truth that God will uphold good and put down evil. Pray:
Merciful God, sometimes the obstacles I face seem too overwhelming. Today I need Your help with these concerns…
Saturday, April 23, 2022 Read:
Psalm 12 Ever have to deal with someone who has spoken
a falsehood against you? David prays for
God’s wrath to fall upon such people who speak deceitful lies. This psalm comforted Martin Luther when he
was under attack at the time of the Reformation. Pray: O
God, help us to always defend and speak well of our family, friends and church
family. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
