Psalms - Reasons to Read Them ...

Psalms  

Reasons to Read Them ...

 

            There are several important reasons for the writing of God’s Word. It was written to be studied earnestly, understood completely, and then applied to our lives. The Book of Psalms fits that criteria. We can easily relate to the subject of a psalm regardless of what it is speaking about.  As we strive to emulate our Lord, we end up identifying with the emotions shared by each writer.

            To be more like God / Christ, we must get to know Him as intimately as humanly possible. This can be done by not just reading His word but taking the time to study it. The Psalms touch on a wide variety topics that can aid in imitating our Creator. 

            When we are in need of comfort, or feeling worthwhile, we can turn to scripture, more specifically to the Psalms. When we want to know our Lord more intimately we can again turn to the Psalms. There are 150 psalms, so it stands to reason that you’ll find something that will speak to you. 

            If you’d like to give thanks to God or praise His name, you can find examples of that in the Psalms as well. I recommend reading the Psalms in their entirety. It will do you a world of good. Reading any portion of scripture will benefit you, because it was written to be a spiritual tool and guide that can educate, inspire, comfort, encourage, edify and in the end reveal all that needs to be known by us regarding our God. I trust this study within the grander study has opened your eyes to what a treasure the Psalms truly are. Next time we move on to the Book of Proverbs ... until then, walk with the King and be a blessing.

In His Name & for His Glory,

Richard Keller

Bread of Life Ministries

Resource used: The Life Application Study Bible.