Book of Psalms

        "Give unto the Lord the glory due unto his name
        Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness."
        Psalms 29:2

        The above verse is the key to the Book of Psalms.
        The door to the Church of Prayer and peace is open.
        Enter the Book of Psalms and rest and pray.

        The Book of Psalms consists of 150 songs and prayers referred to individually as psalms.

        Psalms have poetic character, songs, or hymns, musical references, some to melody, no musical notes have survived.

        The largest part of Psalms, is expressions of complaint and pleas for help from God.

        Also psalms are seen in their references to the law.

        The Scriptures are there for Mankind’s need of salvation in all areas of his life:

        with God, with one another, and with the tasks of life.
        Psalms finds the christian on his knees, the christian in devotion, the christian in prayer.

        Psalms are an expression of Mankind’s heart toward God in the varied nature of life:

        fears, doubts, tragedies, triumphs, joys, hopes.


        The Hebrew title to the Psalms is "Praise" or the "Book of Praise"

        The Psalms are the national hymn book of Israel.
        Psalms magnify and praise the Lord, all human experiences are related to him.
        Psalms is used by both the Hebrew and Christians even in todays time.
        Psalms were written for the heart to worship God in church, in the home, in every circumstance of a persons life.


        When you find yourself in deep need
        You can always find a psalm that expresses your deepest feelings.
        When you are in great happiness as well, Psalms are there for you too.
        It is for all people in need, sick, in danger, persecuted, lonely, happy, or hurting from a relationship.
        A book for the sinner,
        telling him of Gods love and forgiveness and leading him into new experiences with the Lord,

        telling him of Gods laws in their perfection, and promising blessings in your life.
        Psalms shows a power in the wisdom of the Word of God.


        God wants to give each of us his wisdom that we may use it in all our life.
        Billy Graham once stated he read a chapter a day from Proverbs and 5 Psalms daily,

        so that each book was read completely once a month. They gave him spiritual food for daily living.


        No other book of the bible contains such awesome and thoughtful wisdom.
        The book of Psalms along with the prophet books of Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiah shows Gods love for you.

        How he longs for your love.

         


        You can get to know Gods ancient people and love them and understand them and their lives by reading these books.

        Let the love of God and awe of his everlasting love guide you in your life.
        God forgives freely when you come to him. You are in protection from his judgement by the love of mercy found in Christ.
        You will grow in grace, faith, and love, as you read these books.
        Regular reading of Gods word will be beneficial and comforting to you.

         

         

        WHERE TO FIND IN PSALMS



        Read these when you:
        are troubled: 17,20,23,27,28,40,43,54,57,61,63,64,86
        are feeling persecuted: 56,59,69,70,102,140,141,142,143
        are envious: 73
        have need of assurance: 3
        feel your life has gone wrong: 42
        feel like complaining: 39
        in need of help: 38, 83
        are in your old age: 71
        are facing a decision: 25, 26, 91
        are angry with someone: 133
        are not thankful: 66
        feel you cannot tell someone about Jesus: 67
        think your friends are against you: 35, 41, 55
        have responsibility: 21,72,82,94
        see an ungodly world: 2, 9, 46, 52, 75,76
        thinking about yourself too much: 92,96,97,98,100,117,136,138,139,145,147,148,150
        seeking Gods words: 119
        are suffering: 22

        Prayer in time of sickness: 13
        are alone: 2,9,49,124,131
        need to trust someone 4,29,33,34,65,99,118
        need guidance 25, 37
        need to pray 103,108,116

        Feelings of persecution: 22

        Gossips: 12

        Thanksgiving: 30