Prayers of the Bible

"Distress And Praise" - By Ben Palmer

"Distress And Praise" - By Ben Palmer

The readings this week led me down two distinct lines of thought. First, the prayers in Lamentations and Psalm 94 have themes of distress and judgement. On the other hand, Psalms 95 and 96 focus on joy and praise of God. From this we can learn how to go to God in times of anguish, and we can learn how to express adoration to the Lord. How can joy in the Lord and sorrow in distress coexist in the Christian life? These passages may help us learn how to understand this tension and take these things to God.

"A Call For Man To Recognize God's Infinite Power" - By Jared Synan

"A Call For Man To Recognize God's Infinite Power" - By Jared Synan

Reading and study on the Psalms can easily seem to be a daunting task; with their variety of subject matter or focus, mix of historical contexts, and powerful emotional impact, they can be intimidating to those unfamiliar with them. However, we know that all scripture is breathed out by God for a specific purpose; some scripture is meant to instruct or guide us in how we should walk, others to illustrate a point or principle, others reassure us that regardless of the chaos around us in the world, that God is in control, and we as believers can fully rest in the assurance of His power. And Psalm 91 is a wonderful and beautiful call for man to recognize God’s infinite power, as well as a potent reminder that we are guarded and protected by His power.

"I have uttered what I did not understand" - By Grady Huggins

"I have uttered what I did not understand" - By Grady Huggins

"And the Lord said to Job: ‘Shall a faultfinder contend with the Almighty? He who argues with God, let him answer it.’ … Then the LORD answered Job out of the whirlwind and said: 'Dress for action like a man; I will question you, and you make it known to me. Will you even put me in the wrong? Will you condemn me that you may be in the right?" (Job 40:1-2,6-8, ESV).

"I Shall Remember The Deeds Of The LORD" - By Cameron Piner

"I Shall Remember The Deeds Of The LORD" - By Cameron Piner

Have you ever felt weary? Has someone ever tried to comfort you, during a difficult time, but nothing was able to make you feel comforted, it was as if your soul refused to be comforted? Have you ever felt faint with deep sighing? Have you ever felt so troubled that you couldn’t even find the words or energy to be able to speak? Have you ever been unable to sleep at night, instead you are left to ponder your life or stress about your current situation? - Asaph did. And Asaph expressed these kinds of feelings in Psalm 77:1-6.