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This is an excerpt from The Book of Psalms: Part 5 Chapters 120-150.

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For the study of Psalm 119 see my book: Psalm 119: Thy Word is a Lamp unto My Feet.

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The Book of Psalms: Part 5 Chapters 120-150
by Deborah H. Bateman

About the book:

The Book of Psalms: Part 5 Chapters 120-150 by Deborah H. Bateman is 30th book in the Daily Bible Reading Series. The book of Psalms contains 150 chapters. Deborah divided The Book of Psalms into five books to make it easier to read and study. Each book contains approximately thirty chapters from the book of Psalms.

Psalm 119 has already been published in a book 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.

This part of the book of Psalms contains fifteen of the Songs of degrees. They were the songs or chants that the people of Israel sang as they journeyed to Jerusalem. It also contains some of the Psalms of David.

The Book of Psalms: Part 5 Chapters 120-150 contains thirty-eight 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 “Hear My Prayer, O LORD” (Psalm 143:1-12)

Posted on July 16, 2019 by Deborah H. Bateman

Hear My Prayer, O LORD

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Psalm 143:1-12. The Book of Psalms is a book of prayers. Psalm 143 is a Psalm of David where he pours out his heart to God asking God to hear his prayer and supplications. David asks God not to judge him because in His sight no man could be justified. God knew that no man was able to keep the law that is why He sent his Son, Jesus, into the world to save us from our sins.

Let’s take a look at Acts 13:38-39, which says, “Be it known unto you therefore, men and brethren, that through this man is preached unto you the forgiveness of sins: And by him all that believe are justified from all things, from which ye could not be justified by the law of Moses.” We can be justified (just as if I never sinned) to God by accepting Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior.

David pours out his heart to God telling Him how the enemy has persecuted him and has brought him down. But, David knows where to go for strength. He meditates on God’s works and his soul thirsts for God.

David longs to feel the loving presence of God. He trusts God and wants to know what God wants him to do. David begs God to deliver him from his enemies and to teach him to do God’s will. He wants God to teach him to live righteously and he reminds God that he is His servant.

Romans 10:4 says, “For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to every one that believeth.” When Christ died on the cross there was no more need for the law. He became the sacrifice for our sins. We have to believe and receive Him into our lives to have forgiveness of our sins. Have you accepted Christ as your Savior?

Daily Bible Reading:

Psalm 143:1-12

1 [[A Psalm of David.]] Hear my prayer, O LORD, give ear to my supplications: in thy faithfulness answer me, and in thy righteousness.
2 And enter not into judgment with thy servant: for in thy sight shall no man living be justified.
3 For the enemy hath persecuted my soul; he hath smitten my life down to the ground; he hath made me to dwell in darkness, as those that have been long dead.
4 Therefore is my spirit overwhelmed within me; my heart within me is desolate.
5 I remember the days of old; I meditate on all thy works; I muse on the work of thy hands.
6 I stretch forth my hands unto thee: my soul thirsteth after thee, as a thirsty land. Selah.
7 Hear me speedily, O LORD: my spirit faileth: hide not thy face from me, lest I be like unto them that go down into the pit.
8 Cause me to hear thy lovingkindness in the morning; for in thee do I trust: cause me to know the way wherein I should walk; for I lift up my soul unto thee.
9 Deliver me, O LORD, from mine enemies: I flee unto thee to hide me.
10 Teach me to do thy will; for thou art my God: thy spirit is good; lead me into the land of uprightness.
11 Quicken me, O LORD, for thy name’s sake: for thy righteousness’ sake bring my soul out of trouble.
12 And of thy mercy cut off mine enemies, and destroy all them that afflict my soul: for I am thy servant.

Things to think about:

Have you ever felt as David describes in this Scripture? If so, describe your feelings and what brought them to life?
Do you ever feel hungry and thirsty for God? If so, describe that feeling.
How often do you pour out your heart to God?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank You for this Scripture where we see how David prayed and poured out his heart to You. Help us to trust You and know that You have our best interest at heart. Thank You for Your Son, Jesus, who became the justification for our sins. LORD, we pray for those who have not yet accepted Him as their Savior that they would do so today. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

answer me, and in thy righteousness.

– Psalm 143:1

This is an excerpt from The Book of Psalms: Part 5 Chapters 120-150.

Click the link above to get your copy now!

For the study of Psalm 119 see my book: Psalm 119: Thy Word is a Lamp unto My Feet.

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PS. Thank you for coming to DeborahHBateman.com to study the Bible with us. Come back again tomorrow. Please invite your friends and family to join us for Bible Study.

Featured Book:

The Book of Psalms: Part 5 Chapters 120-150
By Deborah H. Bateman

About the book:

The Book of Psalms: Part 5 Chapters 120-150 by Deborah H. Bateman is the 30th book in the Daily Bible Reading Series. The book of Psalms contains 150 chapters. Deborah divided The Book of Psalms into five books to make it easier to read and study. Each book contains approximately thirty chapters from the book of Psalms.

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I cried unto thee, O LORD: I said, Thou art my refuge and my portion in the land of the living. – Psalm 142:5

Daily Bible Reading “You Are My Refuge” (Psalm 142:1-7)

Posted on July 15, 2019 by Deborah H. Bateman

You Are My Refuge

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Psalm 142:1-7. Psalm 142 is a Psalm of David, a prayer of contemplation when he was hiding in a cave. David poured out his heart to the LORD. He was overwhelmed by the trouble he was going through.

David declared that the LORD was his refuge. David wanted the LORD to comfort his spirit and deliver him from his prosecutors. His enemies were stronger than he was and no doubt there were many of them. He begs the LORD to bring his spirit out of bondage, so he could praise the LORD. Have you ever felt like your spirit was in bondage?

David’s enemies were hunting him down and he was hiding in a cave. David turned his heart toward God and cried out to Him. He knew God was the only one who could deliver him from his enemies. David was in a desperate situation. Have you ever been in a situation where you knew God was the only answer to your problem?

Daily Bible Reading:

Psalm 142:1-7

1 [[Maschil of David; A Prayer when he was in the cave.]] I cried unto the LORD with my voice; with my voice unto the LORD did I make my supplication.
2 I poured out my complaint before him; I shewed before him my trouble.
3 When my spirit was overwhelmed within me, then thou knewest my path. In the way wherein I walked have they privily laid a snare for me.
4 I looked on my right hand, and beheld, but there was no man that would know me: refuge failed me; no man cared for my soul.
5 I cried unto thee, O LORD: I said, Thou art my refuge and my portion in the land of the living.
6 Attend unto my cry; for I am brought very low: deliver me from my persecutors; for they are stronger than I.
7 Bring my soul out of prison, that I may praise thy name: the righteous shall compass me about; for thou shalt deal bountifully with me.

Things to think about:

Can you imagine having to hide in a cave like David did? How would you survive?
In what ways do you turn to God when you are afraid or you have trouble in your life?
Have you ever noticed in times of trouble you feel closer to God? If so, in what ways?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank You for this Scripture in Psalm 142 where we see that David turned to You in his time of trouble. When he was afraid and being hunted he called on You to deliver him. Help us to bring our cares and concerns to You. Help us to lean on You in our times of trouble. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

This is an excerpt from The Book of Psalms: Part 5 Chapters 120-150.

Click the link above to get your copy now!

For the study of Psalm 119 see my book: Psalm 119: Thy Word is a Lamp unto My Feet.

Christian Music Video: You Are My Refuge

PS. Thank you for coming to DeborahHBateman.com to study the Bible with us. Come back again tomorrow. Please invite your friends and family to join us for Bible Study.

Featured Book:

The Book of Psalms: Part 5 Chapters 120-150
By Deborah H. Bateman

About the book:

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LORD, I cry unto thee: make haste unto me; give ear unto my voice, when I cry unto thee. – Psalm 141:1

Daily Bible Reading “A Prayer for Preservation from Evil” (Psalm 141:1-9)

Posted on July 14, 2019 by Deborah H. Bateman

A Prayer for Preservation from Evil

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Psalm 141:1-9. Psalm 141 is a Psalm of David where David cries out to the LORD in prayer. David asks the LORD to accept his prayer as incense and the lifting of his hands as evening sacrifice. He begs God to put a watch over his mouth and guard his lips against speaking evil.

David requests of God to protect his heart from any wicked ways and help him not to practice the evil ways of the wicked. David pours his heart out to God asking Him to protect him from his enemies and let them be caught in their own traps. David may have been afraid, but he prayed to God and trusted God with the outcome of the situation. David had faith in God that He would see him through.

Are you going through a situation in your life that you need to talk to God about? Go to God with an open heart, soul, and mind. God wants to hear from you. God loves you and He can handle whatever problem you have.

Daily Bible Reading:

Psalm 141:1-9

1 [[A Psalm of David.]] LORD, I cry unto thee: make haste unto me; give ear unto my voice, when I cry unto thee.
2 Let my prayer be set forth before thee as incense; and the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice.
3 Set a watch, O LORD, before my mouth; keep the door of my lips.
4 Incline not my heart to any evil thing, to practise wicked works with men that work iniquity: and let me not eat of their dainties.
5 Let the righteous smite me; it shall be a kindness: and let him reprove me; it shall be an excellent oil, which shall not break my head: for yet my prayer also shall be in their calamities.
6 When their judges are overthrown in stony places, they shall hear my words; for they are sweet.
7 Our bones are scattered at the grave’s mouth, as when one cutteth and cleaveth wood upon the earth.
8 But mine eyes are unto thee, O GOD the Lord: in thee is my trust; leave not my soul destitute.
9 Keep me from the snares which they have laid for me, and the gins of the workers of iniquity.
10 Let the wicked fall into their own nets, whilst that I withal escape.

Things to think about:

Do you ever pray to God in the way David did in this Psalm? How does it make you feel?
In what ways do you pour out your heart and soul to God?
Do you ask God for what you really want or do you dance around the subject?
In what ways can you be more open and honest with God?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We thank You for this Scripture in Psalm 141 where we see David pours out his heart and soul to You in prayer. Help us to do that as well when we pray. Help us to share with You what we are really feeling in our own body, soul, and mind. Help us to be honest and open with You. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

This is an excerpt from The Book of Psalms: Part 5 Chapters 120-150.

Click the link above to get your copy now!

For the study of Psalm 119 see my book: Psalm 119: Thy Word is a Lamp unto My Feet.

Christian Music Video: Psalm 141

PS. Thank you for coming to DeborahHBateman.com to study the Bible with us. Come back again tomorrow. Please invite your friends and family to join us for Bible Study.

Featured Book:

The Book of Psalms: Part 5 Chapters 120-150
By Deborah H. Bateman

About the book:

Psalm 119 has already published in a book 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.

Go to: Amazon

Get your copy now!

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Deborah

I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy …

Daily Bible Reading “Marvelous are Thy Works” (Psalm 139:13-24)

Posted on July 10, 2019 by Deborah H. Bateman

Marvelous are Thy Works

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Psalm 139:13-24. My favorite part of this chapter is in verses 13-18 when David talks about how God knew us from the beginning when we were formed in our mothers’ wombs. He talks about all our members being written in God’s book of remembrance.

David declares that God’s thoughts of us are more than the sands of the sea. How does it make you feel to know God knows you so intimately? He loves you. He cares about you. In fact, He loves you so much He sent His Son to die on the cross for your sins.

In Matthew 10:30 and Luke 12:7 the Scripture says the very hairs on our head are numbered. Do you have any idea how many hairs are on your head? He knows us better than we know ourselves.

David then talks about his enemies. He says since God loves him so much and cares so much for him surely He will protect him from his enemies. David asks God to search his heart and see if there is any evil in his ways or thoughts. He asks God to lead him in the way everlasting.

Have you asked God to search your heart? Or are you afraid of what He might find? Believe it or not, God already knows the secrets of our hearts. But we may need God to reveal our thoughts and intents to us so we can make them right with Him.

Daily Bible Reading:

Psalm 139:13-24

13 For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother’s womb.
14 I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.
15 My substance was not hid from thee, when I was made in secret, and curiously wrought in the lowest parts of the earth.
16 Thine eyes did see my substance, yet being unperfect; and in thy book all my members were written, which in continuance were fashioned, when as yet there was none of them.
17 How precious also are thy thoughts unto me, O God! how great is the sum of them!
18 If I should count them, they are more in number than the sand: when I awake, I am still with thee.
19 Surely thou wilt slay the wicked, O God: depart from me therefore, ye bloody men.
20 For they speak against thee wickedly, and thine enemies take thy name in vain.
21 Do not I hate them, O LORD, that hate thee? and am not I grieved with those that rise up against thee?
22 I hate them with perfect hatred: I count them mine enemies.
23 Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts:
24 And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.

Things to think about:

How does it make you feel to know that God knew you from the very beginning of your life, while you were still in your mother’s womb?
How does it make you feel to know that God protects you from the enemy?
Have you ever asked God to search your heart to see if there is any wickedness in it, as David did? Why not do that today and ask Him to reveal to you the things in your life that need to change?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank You for this Scripture in Psalm 139 where David talks about how intimately You know us. Thank You for Your protection from the enemy. Search our hearts to see if there is any wickedness in them. Cleanse and purify our hearts, souls, and bodies, and make us what You would have us to be. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse: