Day 19

Filled with songs, poetry, and other writings, the Psalms and Proverbs express true worship, longing, wisdom, love, desperation, and truth. Find God's comfort, strength, solace, and encouragement in His Holy Word.

Prayer And Worship: How Do We Approach God?

Psalms 19: The Law Of The Lord Is Perfect

• The Perfect Revelation Of The Lord: The glory of God's works. (vv. 1-6) His holiness and grace as shown in his word. (vv. 7-10) Prayer for the benefit of them. (vv. 11-14)

Psalms 49: Why Should I Fear In Times Of Trouble?

• The Folly Of Trusting In Riches: A call for attention. (1-5) Folly of worldlings. (vv. 6-14) Against fear of death. (vv. 15-20)

Psalms 79: How Long, O Lord?

• A Lament Over The Destruction Of Jerusalem, And Prayer For Help: The deplorable condition of the people of God. (vv. 1-5) A petition for relief. (vv. 6-13)

Psalms 109: Help Me, O Lord My God

• Plea For Judgment Of False Accusers: David complains of his enemies. (vv. 1-5) He prophesies their destruction. (vv. 6-20) Prayers and praises. (vv. 21-31)

Psalms 139: Search Me, O God, And Know My Heart

• God’s Perfect Knowledge Of Man: God knows all things. (vv. 1-6) He is every where present. (vv. 7-16) The psalmist's hatred to sin, and desire to be led aright. (vv. 17-24)

Conduct: How Shall We Live?

Proverbs 19: On Life And Conduct

• Fools And Family Life: The unbelief of man shall not make God's threatenings of no effect. Christ himself, when bearing sins not his own, was not spared. Justice and judgment took hold of our blessed Surety; and will God spare obstinate sinners?