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My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth.

– Psalm 121:1-2

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

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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 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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In my distress I cried unto the LORD, and he heard me. – Psalm 120:1

Daily Bible Reading “Deliver My Soul, O LORD” (Psalm 120:1-7)

Posted on June 5, 2019 by Deborah H. Bateman

Deliver My Soul, O LORD

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Psalm 120:1-7. Psalm 120 is the first of fifteen Psalms that is considered to be “A Song of degrees” which includes Psalm 120-134 and means they were sung when people traveled to Jerusalem.

The Psalmist in this Scripture is having a problem with people lying. He calls out for God to deliver him from those who have lying lips and a deceitful tongue. He asks, “What can be done to this lying tongue?”

Proverbs 10:18 says, “He that hideth hatred with lying lips, and he that uttereth a slander, is a fool.”

Proverbs 12:22 tells us that “Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight.”

How does it make you feel when someone tells lies about you? The Psalmist says he has been around those who lie and despise peace for too long. He was weary of their deceitful ways. The Psalmist prefers peace, but when he speaks, the others with him are for war.

Have you ever lived around someone with whom you couldn’t get along? You tried to have peace, but all they wanted was to fight. They tell lies and make up stories that are not true. Being in a situation like that makes for a miserable existence.

I think this is what the Psalmist is speaking of. He was asking God for deliverance from the situation.

Daily Bible Reading:

Psalm 120:1-7

1 [[A Song of degrees.]] In my distress I cried unto the LORD, and he heard me.
2 Deliver my soul, O LORD, from lying lips, and from a deceitful tongue.
3 What shall be given unto thee? or what shall be done unto thee, thou false tongue?
4 Sharp arrows of the mighty, with coals of juniper.
5 Woe is me, that I sojourn in Mesech, that I dwell in the tents of Kedar!
6 My soul hath long dwelt with him that hateth peace.
7 I am for peace: but when I speak, they are for war.

Things to think about:

Do you know anyone who would rather tell lies than the truth any day?
How hard is it to have a relationship with those who are deceitful?
Are you an instrument of peace or of war?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank You for this Scripture in Psalm 120, where the Psalmist asks for deliverance from lying lips, deceitful tongues, and those who hate peace. Help us to always be truthful and never deceitful. Help us to be instruments of peace and not of war. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

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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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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: 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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Let my cry come near before thee, O LORD: give me understanding according to thy word. – Psalm 119:169

Daily Bible Reading “Hear My Cry, O LORD” (Psalm 119:169-176)

Posted on June 4, 2019 by Deborah H. Bateman

Hear My Cry, O LORD

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Psalm 119:169-176. This is the last stanza in Psalm 119. It starts with TAU, which may also be TAW, TAV, or TAF. It’s the twenty-second and last letter of the Hebrew alphabet. TAU represents the letter T, and its numerical value is 400. It is also thought to represent a signature or an inscription. A popular Hebrew saying is “From ALEPH to TAF” which is equivalent to the English saying “From A to Z,” and also means from beginning to end.

The Psalmist cries out to the LORD to hear his prayer, give him understanding of the Word of God, and deliver him according to the promises of God. He promises to give praise to the LORD when He has taught him the statutes of God.

He declares that he will speak of the Word of the LORD because all His commandments are righteous. He asks God to reach out His hand to help him, since he has chosen the precepts of God. He reminds the LORD that he has waited for His salvation and has found delight in the laws of God.

The Psalmist begs God to help him through the judgments of God and let his soul live so it can praise Him. He admits to the LORD that he has gone astray like a lost sheep and asks God to seek after him, as His servant, because he remembers the commandments of the LORD.

Daily Bible Reading:

Psalm 119:169-176

169 TAU. Let my cry come near before thee, O LORD: give me understanding according to thy word.

170 Let my supplication come before thee: deliver me according to thy word.

171 My lips shall utter praise, when thou hast taught me thy statutes.

172 My tongue shall speak of thy word: for all thy commandments are righteousness.

173 Let thine hand help me; for I have chosen thy precepts.

174 I have longed for thy salvation, O LORD; and thy law is my delight.

175 Let my soul live, and it shall praise thee; and let thy judgments help me.

176 I have gone astray like a lost sheep; seek thy servant; for I do not forget thy commandments.

Things to Think About:

Do you ask God for wisdom, knowledge, and understanding of His Word?

Have you ever wondered if God heard your prayers?

Have you ever cried out to God to help you out of a situation you got yourself into?

Have you ever strayed from God?

Did you notice that when you seek God, you will find Him right where you left Him?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank You for this Scripture in Psalm 119 where the Psalmist cries out for You to hear, and answer his prayer. Help us to bring our cares and concerns to You in prayer. Help us to stay faithful to Your Word. Help us not to stray as lost sheep, but to stay close to You. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

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*http://www.soul-guidance.com/houseofthesun/treeoflifeletters.htm

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Psalm 119: Thy Word is a Lamp unto My Feet is a Daily Bible Reading Study by Deborah H. Bateman. Psalm 119 is in the center of the Bible and is the longest chapter in the Bible. Psalm 119 is about the importance of God’s Word in the life of the Psalmist and in your life as well.

Psalm 119 is broken up into twenty-two stanzas of eight verses each so Deborah crated twenty-two short daily devotional lessons which can be used for personal daily devotions or group Bible studies. Each stanza in Psalm 119 starts with a letter from the Hebrew alphabet so you will also learn about one letter of the Hebrew alphabet with each lesson.

Deborah includes a brief commentary, the daily Bible Scripture, a prayer, and a few questions at the end of each lesson for personal reflection or group discussion. This study will encourage you and inspire you to read and study the Bible, God’s Holy Word.

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The Book of Psalms: Part 3 Chapters 61-90

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The Book of Psalms: Part 5 Chapters 120-150

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Daily Bible Reading “Great Peace Have They Which Love Thy Law” (Psalm 119:161-168)

Posted on June 3, 2019 by Deborah H. Bateman

Great Peace Have They Which Love Thy Law

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Psalm 119:161-168. This stanza from Psalm 119 starts with SCHIN, the twenty-first letter of the Hebrew alphabet. Both SCHIN and sin are represented with the same letter. The Psalmist says he has been persecuted by princes even though they had no reason to persecute him, yet his heart is in awe of God’s Word.

He has suffered great persecution, but still rejoices in the Word of the LORD. He hates lying, but loves the law of God. He says he prays seven times a day and praises God because of His righteous judgments.

Verse 165, is one of my favorite verses, it says, “Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them.” Even though he is going through all the persecution and turmoil in his life, the Psalmist finds peace in God’s Word and knows that God is there to see him through the situation.

The Psalmist reminds the LORD that he has put his hope in God’s salvation and done His commandments. He has kept the testimonies of the LORD and loved them more than anything. He has walked before God by keeping his commandments, testimonies, and precepts because He loves the LORD.

Do you find it hard sometimes to understand why you are going through troubled times, when you feel like you have been trying to walk in the ways of the LORD? The Psalmist in Psalm 119 seems to be wondering the same thing, because he keeps reminding the LORD of how much he loves and keeps the precepts, testimonies, and commandments of God. If we focus on God even when we are going through troubled times, we can have peace in the midst of the storms of our lives.

Daily Bible Reading:

Psalm 119:116-168

161 SCHIN. Princes have persecuted me without a cause: but my heart standeth in awe of thy word.

162 I rejoice at thy word, as one that findeth great spoil.

163 I hate and abhor lying: but thy law do I love.

164 Seven times a day do I praise thee because of thy righteous judgments.

165 Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them.

166 LORD, I have hoped for thy salvation, and done thy commandments.

167 My soul hath kept thy testimonies; and I love them exceedingly.

168 I have kept thy precepts and thy testimonies: for all my ways are before thee.

Things to Think About:

Can you claim verse 165 even when you are going through troubled times?

Do you love the Word of God?

Do you try to keep the Word of God before you daily to remind you of His promises?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We thank You for this Scripture in Psalm 119 where the Psalmist tells us that even though he is persecuted he still loves Your Word. Help us not to base our love for You on our circumstances. Help us to be able to claim verse 165 in our daily lives and keep our hearts and minds fixed on You. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them. – Psalm 119:165

*en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hebrew_alphabet

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The Book of Psalms: Part 5 Chapters 120-150

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Daily Bible Reading “Great Are Thy Tender Mercies, O LORD” (Psalm 119:153-160)

Posted on June 2, 2019 by Deborah H. Bateman

Great Are Thy Tender Mercies, O LORD

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Psalm 119:153-160. This stanza in Psalm 119 starts with RESH, the twentieth letter of the Hebrew alphabet. RESH represents the letter R and stands for Rabbi, or teacher. Its numerical value is 200. The Psalmist asks God to look at his afflictions and deliver him because he has not forgotten the laws of God. He cries out to God for deliverance.

He proclaims that salvation is far from the wicked because they don’t seek the statutes of the LORD. He exalts the LORD saying, “Great are thy tender mercies, O LORD,” and asks God to preserve his life according to His Word and His judgments.

Though he has many enemies who persecute him, he still does not turn away from God’s Word. He is disturbed about the way the faithless live because they disobey God’s Word. He asks God to think about how much he loves the precepts of God and cries out for God’s deliverance from the enemy because of the loving-kindness God has toward him.

The Psalmist ends this stanza by declaring that God’s Word is true from the beginning and all of His righteous judgments will endure forever.

Daily Bible Reading:

Psalm 119:153-160

153 RESH. Consider mine affliction, and deliver me: for I do not forget thy law.

154 Plead my cause, and deliver me: quicken me according to thy word.

155 Salvation is far from the wicked: for they seek not thy statutes.

156 Great are thy tender mercies, O LORD: quicken me according to thy judgments.

157 Many are my persecutors and mine enemies; yet do I not decline from thy testimonies.

158 I beheld the transgressors, and was grieved; because they kept not thy word.

159 Consider how I love thy precepts: quicken me, O LORD, according to thy lovingkindness.

160 Thy word is true from the beginning: and every one of thy righteous judgments endureth for ever.

Things to Think About:

Have you ever gone through a long period of turmoil as the Psalmist did?

Did you wonder when God was going to deliver you from the attacks of the enemy?

Have you learned to stand on God’s Word no matter what your circumstances are?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank You for this Scripture in Psalm 119 where the Psalmist reminds us that even in times of trouble we can stand on Your Word. Help us to be faithful to You no matter what our circumstances are. Help us to trust You to deliver us from the enemy. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

Great are thy tender mercies, O LORD: quicken me according to thy judgments. – Psalm 119:156

*http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Resh#Resh_in_Hebrew

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