Daily Bible Reading “God is Faithful” (Psalm 89:22-32)

Posted on September 4, 2024 by Deborah H. Bateman

God is Faithful

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Psalm 89:22-32. God is faithful to His promises. He promised to be faithful to David. He protected David from the enemy. He showed mercy to David. How often do we experience God’s faithfulness?

God has a plan for us and our life. Even though sometimes we are not faithful and things seem to go by the wayside, God has an ultimate plan and He will work out His will.

“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end” (Jeremiah 29:11).

The Psalmist reminded God of all the promises He made to David. God says if His children don’t obey Him, He will visit their transgressions. Remember as a child, when you would disobey your parents, there would be consequences for your actions. I remember a few times as a child, when I got in trouble and was punished for my behavior. When we are disobedient to God we will suffer the consequences of our disobedience. God loves us. He wants the best for us, but He can’t ignore our sin. God is faithful to us and He wants us to be faithful to Him as well.

Daily Bible Reading:

Psalm 89:22-32

22 The enemy shall not exact upon him; nor the son of wickedness afflict him.

23 And I will beat down his foes before his face, and plague them that hate him.

24 But my faithfulness and my mercy shall be with him: and in my name shall his horn be exalted.

25 I will set his hand also in the sea, and his right hand in the rivers.

26 He shall cry unto me, Thou art my father, my God, and the rock of my salvation.

27 Also I will make him my firstborn, higher than the kings of the earth.

28 My mercy will I keep for him for evermore, and my covenant shall stand fast with him.

29 His seed also will I make to endure for ever, and his throne as the days of heaven.

30 If his children forsake my law, and walk not in my judgments;

31 If they break my statutes, and keep not my commandments;

32 Then will I visit their transgression with the rod, and their iniquity with stripes.

Things to think about:

How often have you experienced God’s faithfulness in your life?
In what ways do you find God faithful?
What are some ways we can show our faithfulness to God?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We thank You for this Scripture in Psalm 89:22-32, where the Psalmist reminds us of Your faithfulness. Thank You for being faithful to Your children. Help us to show our love for You by being faithful to You as well. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

But my faithfulness and my mercy shall be with him: and in my name shall his horn be exalted. – Psalm 89:24

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Psalm 119 will not be included in The Book of Psalms since Deborah has already published a book about it called: Psalm 119: Thy Word is a Lamp unto My Feet.

The book of Psalms is one of Deborah’s favorite books of the Bible. It is a great book to read if you’re ever feeling down or need to renew your relationship with Christ. King David went through a lot of tough times in his lifetime, but he loved God and trusted God to protect him from his enemies.

The book of Psalms was written by various people. About half of it was attributed to King David, whether they were written by David or for David is questioned by some biblical scholars. Some of the Psalms were written by Asaph and some say they were written for the sons of Korah and even Moses and Solomon were writers of the Psalms. The Psalms consists of poetry that was primarily meant to be used as songs of praise to the Lord.

The Book of Psalms: Part 3 Chapters 61-90 contains fifty Daily Bible Reading Lessons. Each lesson contains a brief commentary by the author, the Daily Bible Reading Scriptures, a few questions for contemplation or discussion, and a prayer of the day. It is a great Bible study for individuals or group studies.

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Daily Bible Reading “The Holy One of Israel is Our King” (Psalm 89:10-21)

Posted on September 3, 2024 by Deborah H. Bateman

The Holy One of Israel is Our King

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Psalm 89:10-21. In this portion of Psalm 89, the Psalmist talks about Rahab, which is another name for Egypt, saying God has broken it into pieces and has scattered His enemies. The Psalmist acknowledges God as the creator of the heavens and the earth.

The Psalmist proclaims that God is a God of strength, mercy, and truth. As the supreme judge both justice and judgment are the foundation of His throne. He declares those who trust in the LORD walk in the light of His face and rejoice in His holy name. They are exalted in God’s righteousness, favor, and the glory of His strength. He states that the LORD God of Israel is their defense and king. He reminds the people how God chose David, His servant and anointed him with His strength to be king.

Daily Bible Reading:

Psalm 89:10-21

10 Thou hast broken Rahab in pieces, as one that is slain; thou hast scattered thine enemies with thy strong arm.
11 The heavens are thine, the earth also is thine: as for the world and the fulness thereof, thou hast founded them.
12 The north and the south thou hast created them: Tabor and Hermon shall rejoice in thy name.
13 Thou hast a mighty arm: strong is thy hand, and high is thy right hand.
14 Justice and judgment are the habitation of thy throne: mercy and truth shall go before thy face.
15 Blessed is the people that know the joyful sound: they shall walk, O LORD, in the light of thy countenance.
16 In thy name shall they rejoice all the day: and in thy righteousness shall they be exalted.
17 For thou art the glory of their strength: and in thy favour our horn shall be exalted.
18 For the LORD is our defence; and the Holy One of Israel is our king.
19 Then thou spakest in vision to thy holy one, and saidst, I have laid help upon one that is mighty; I have exalted one chosen out of the people.
20 I have found David my servant; with my holy oil have I anointed him:
21 With whom my hand shall be established: mine arm also shall strengthen him.

Things to think about:

When you think of God, do you think of Him as being strong?
How is God your defender?
In what ways do you rejoice in God?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We thank You for this Scripture in Psalm 89 where the Psalmist reminds us You are our defense, our strength, and our King. It is through Your mercy, grace, and favor that we are exalted. Help us to rejoice in Your holy name. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

For the LORD is our defence; and the Holy One of Israel is our king. – Psalm 89:18

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Daily Bible Reading “I will Sing of Your Love Forever” (Psalm 89:1-9)

Posted on September 2, 2024 by Deborah H. Bateman

I will Sing of Your Love Forever

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Psalm 89:1-9. In Psalm 89 the Psalmist declares he will sing about the love of God forever. He says he will tell of God’s faithfulness throughout the generations. The Psalmist praises God for His wondrous works and says even the heavens will praise God for them.

He thanks God for his faithfulness to the saints and reminds us God is to be feared and revered by His saints. God is all-powerful. There is nothing He can’t do.

This would be a good passage of Scripture for us to pray to God. It would be a great way for us to start our prayers. Don’t you think it would get God’s attention if we started our prayers with thanks and praise to Him instead of asking Him for what we want or need? The Psalmist acknowledges that God rules the sea and has the power to calm the waves.

Daily Bible Reading:

Psalm 89:1-9

1 [[Maschil of Ethan the Ezrahite.]] I will sing of the mercies of the LORD for ever: with my mouth will I make known thy faithfulness to all generations.
2 For I have said, Mercy shall be built up for ever: thy faithfulness shalt thou establish in the very heavens.
3 I have made a covenant with my chosen, I have sworn unto David my servant,
4 Thy seed will I establish for ever, and build up thy throne to all generations. Selah.
5 And the heavens shall praise thy wonders, O LORD: thy faithfulness also in the congregation of the saints.
6 For who in the heaven can be compared unto the LORD? who among the sons of the mighty can be likened unto the LORD?
7 God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the saints, and to be had in reverence of all them that are about him.
8 O LORD God of hosts, who is a strong LORD like unto thee? or to thy faithfulness round about thee?
9 Thou rulest the raging of the sea: when the waves thereof arise, thou stillest them.

Things to think about:

How can we use music to offer our praises to God?
What are some other ways we can praise God?
In what ways do you acknowledge God as being all-powerful?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We thank you for this Scripture in Psalm 89 where the Psalmist reminds us of Your faithfulness to the saints. He also reminds us to sing praises to You and acknowledges Your strength and power. Help us to always praise You for Your wondrous works. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

I will sing of the mercies of the LORD for ever: with my mouth will I make known thy faithfulness to all generations. – Psalm 89:1

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Daily Bible Reading “God Help Me” (Psalm 88:1-18)

Posted on September 1, 2024 by Deborah H. Bateman

God Help Me

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Psalm 88:1-18. Psalm 88 is a Psalm to the chief Musician for the sons of Korah. In this Psalm the Psalmist reminds God he has cried out to Him day and night. The Psalmist acknowledges God as the God of his salvation. He begged God to hear his prayer. He has seen so much trouble he is distraught. He pleads for God to help him.

The Psalmist is at the end of himself. He was desperate for God to intervene in the situation. He doesn’t know what else to do. The affliction of his body has robbed him of his strength, so much so that he felt like a he was about to be a dead man. He had suffered with these afflictions since his youth. He is tired and worn out.

His friends and acquaintances have deserted him. He questions God as to why He has poured His wrath out on him and asks God if the dead will praise Him? Have you felt desperate for God to hear and answer your prayers?

Daily Bible Reading:

Psalm 88:1-18

1 [A Song [or Psalm for the sons of Korah, to the chief Musician upon Mahalath Leannoth, Maschil of Heman the Ezrahite.]] O LORD God of my salvation, I have cried day and night before thee:
2 Let my prayer come before thee: incline thine ear unto my cry;
3 For my soul is full of troubles: and my life draweth nigh unto the grave.
4 I am counted with them that go down into the pit: I am as a man that hath no strength:
5 Free among the dead, like the slain that lie in the grave, whom thou rememberest no more: and they are cut off from thy hand.
6 Thou hast laid me in the lowest pit, in darkness, in the deeps.
7 Thy wrath lieth hard upon me, and thou hast afflicted me with all thy waves. Selah.
8 Thou hast put away mine acquaintance far from me; thou hast made me an abomination unto them: I am shut up, and I cannot come forth.
9 Mine eye mourneth by reason of affliction: LORD, I have called daily upon thee, I have stretched out my hands unto thee.
10 Wilt thou shew wonders to the dead? shall the dead arise and praise thee? Selah.
11 Shall thy lovingkindness be declared in the grave? or thy faithfulness in destruction?
12 Shall thy wonders be known in the dark? and thy righteousness in the land of forgetfulness?
13 But unto thee have I cried, O LORD; and in the morning shall my prayer prevent thee.
14 LORD, why castest thou off my soul? why hidest thou thy face from me?
15 I am afflicted and ready to die from my youth up: while I suffer thy terrors I am distracted.
16 Thy fierce wrath goeth over me; thy terrors have cut me off.
17 They came round about me daily like water; they compassed me about together.
18 Lover and friend hast thou put far from me, and mine acquaintance into darkness.

Things to think about:

Have you ever felt like God deserted you? When?
What are some times in your life when you wondered if God heard your prayers?
In what ways have you felt weak in the struggles of this life?
How often do you bring your cares and concerns to God in prayer?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We thank You for this Scripture in Psalm 88. In this Psalm we see that this man was desperate for You to help him. Even through all his trouble he still prayed to you day and night. Help us not to grow weary in this troubled world, but to continually seek Your face for help in our times of trouble. Help us to find comfort and solitude in You. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

O LORD God of my salvation, I have cried day and night before thee: – Psalm 88:1

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Daily Bible Reading “The LORD Loves Zion” (Psalm 87:1-7)

Posted on August 29, 2024 by Deborah H. Bateman

The LORD Loves Zion

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Psalm 87:1-7. Psalm 87 is a Psalm for the sons of Korah. God created the whole world; He could have picked any place He wanted as His chosen city. He chose Jerusalem. The Scripture tells us that the LORD loves the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob. Glorious things are said about the city. When Jesus comes back He will set up His throne there and He will rule the earth as King of Kings and Lord of Lords.

The Bible says in Zechariah 2:10-12, “Sing and rejoice, O daughter of Zion: for, lo, I come, and I will dwell in the midst of thee, saith the LORD. And many nations shall be joined to the LORD in that day, and shall be my people: and I will dwell in the midst of thee, and thou shalt know that the LORD of hosts hath sent me unto thee. And the LORD shall inherit Judah his portion in the holy land, and shall choose Jerusalem again.”

David said that people would be proud to say they were born in Jerusalem. The LORD will establish her. He said when the LORD writes down the people He will note those who were born in Zion. There will be a great celebration in Jerusalem when Jesus comes back. The singers and instrument players will be there praising and worshiping Him. Are you looking forward to His return?

Daily Bible Reading:

Psalm 87:1-7

1 [A Psalm [or Song for the sons of Korah.]] His foundation is in the holy mountains.
2 The LORD loveth the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob.
3 Glorious things are spoken of thee, O city of God. Selah.
4 I will make mention of Rahab and Babylon to them that know me: behold Philistia, and Tyre, with Ethiopia; this man was born there.
5 And of Zion it shall be said, This and that man was born in her: and the highest himself shall establish her.
6 The LORD shall count, when he writeth up the people, that this man was born there. Selah.
7 As well the singers as the players on instruments shall be there: all my springs are in thee.

Things to think about:

Why did God choose Zion as His dwelling place?
What is the significance of those who were born in Zion?
Have you ever been to Jerusalem?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We thank You for this Scripture in Psalm 87. David tells us about Your love for Zion and how You established it as Your city. You could have chosen any place on the earth You wanted, but You chose Jerusalem as Your dwelling place. Help us to realize the importance of Zion to You. Help us look forward to the return of Christ. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

The LORD loveth the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob. – Psalm 87:2

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