Psalm

The Canaanite Woman asks for healing for her daughter
Commentary on Psalm 67:1-7

A Liturgy of Blessing As the twice-repeated refrain (verses 3, 5) indicates, Psalm 67 is [...]

The Canaanite Woman asks for healing for her daughter
Commentary on Psalm 67:1-7

This psalm is a favorite for several reasons. Its repetitions and relative brevity make it [...]

Finding of Moses
Commentary on Psalm 138:1-8

This psalm of thanksgiving — one of those songs that was composed after its author [...]

Finding of Moses
Commentary on Psalm 138:1-8

Psalm 138 is classified as an Individual Hymn of Thanksgiving, a psalm in which a [...]

God Touches Jeremiah's Mouth
Commentary on Psalm 26:1-8

Psalm 26 is a sturdy prayer that can be prayed by any individual at any [...]

God Touches Jeremiah's Mouth
Commentary on Psalm 26:1-8

I teach at a college that emphasizes the integration of faith and learning. We strive [...]

Reconciliation
Commentary on Psalm 119:33-40

Psalm 119 is a massive alphabetic acrostic, in which its 176 verses are divided into [...]

Reconciliation
Commentary on Psalm 119:33-40

Psalm 119 is a massive alphabetic acrostic, in which its 176 verses are divided into [...]

The Unforgiving Servant
Commentary on Psalm 103:[1-7] 8-13

What are the contours of praise for God? How do [...]

The Unforgiving Servant
Commentary on Psalm 103:[1-7] 8-13

Psalm 103, a masterful and well-loved composition, is classified as [...]