Psalm

rusted metal
Commentary on Psalm 51:1-17

Almost no historically trained biblical scholars conclude that David wrote any of the psalms.1 Rather, [...]

sun shining on a valley
Commentary on Psalm 2

Psalm 2 makes a striking claim: in the face of terrifying threats, God creates and preserves order [...]

Couple hands during sunset
Commentary on Psalm 119:1-8

Most modern Christians find Psalm 119 rather difficult to engage.1 After all, at 176 verses, [...]

puddle of wet snow and salts reflecting bright light
Commentary on Psalm 112:1-9 [10]

This is not the norm everywhere in scripture. Jesus is [...]

Children smiling and making peace signs with their hands.
Commentary on Psalm 15

Psalm 15 is classified generally as a Community Hymn and more specifically as an Entrance Liturgy.1 In [...]

Brilliant star in night sky with streaks of light emerging
Commentary on Psalm 27:1, 4-9

As much as any psalm in the Psalter, Psalm 27 expresses trust in the lord [...]

lamb in green field
Commentary on Psalm 40:1-11

The lectionary selection from Psalm 40 includes ten verses that express thanksgiving (verses 1-10) and [...]

Dove flying in front of puffy clouds
Commentary on Psalm 29

If there’s one word to describe this psalm, it might be “loud.”1 The God of glory “thunders” [...]

Painting of three magi meeting Christ child
Commentary on Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14

The Greek meaning of “epiphany” means to reveal or uncover.1 [...]

Joseph and Mary walking in front of pyramid in Egypt
Commentary on Psalm 148

Commentary is forthcoming for this text.