For those seeking contentment and comfort in even the most trying circumstances of life, Peace with the Psalms offers guided readings rooted in Christian meditation. We live in a busy world; from work and family obligations to friendships and faith, daily life can sometimes make us dizzy with stress or overcome with worry. And though many of us try to slow down, it can be difficult to calm our minds and tune our hearts into the messages that matter most. But the good news is that peace and comfort are attainable, even when your heart is at its most restless. In Peace with the Psalms, authors from Abide Christian Meditation--the world's most popular Christian meditation app--lead you through the best of the Psalms so you can find peace and renewal in God's promises. In each of 40 carefully crafted biblical meditations that include Scripture, a guided reflection, and a prayer, you will learn to: Shift your focus from today's circumstances to the promises of God Experience the principle of patience, reassuring believers in the darkest times Find rest by memorizing and repeating key verses and passages Overcome the common resistance to joy that comes from overactivity Engage your senses in imagining the word pictures of the Psalms No matter what you're going through, Peace with the Psalms offers comfort from God's Word. By reflecting on the biblical messages in these pages, you'll remember each day that God is near.

Although the Psalms are much beloved by readers of the Bible, some hostile language in individual psalms may be disconcerting. Are these seemingly vindictive prayers acceptable in the mouths of Christians? How is a pastor supposed to preach these texts?James E. Adams wants us to embrace God's Word in its entirety, and that means examining the parts that make us uncomfortable. In short, helpful chapters, Adams answers a number of questions: Are these psalms from God? Who is the speaker in the psalms? May we pray these psalms today? It turns out that the Prince of Peace has much to teach us about war, and even the imprecatory psalms may be prayed with the merciful goal of conversion.Twenty-fifth anniversary editionincludes a new epilogue and additional chapter.

The Psalms are full of emotion, and fellow sufferer and pastor George Robertson unpacks key Psalms to guide readers in how to express concern, despair, desire, and hope to the God who sees their struggles and hears their prayers. Learn how to pray Jesus's prayers as he did--with honest emotion, seeking faith, and trust in our good Father. The ...

Find Daily Peace in a World of Chaos The unpredictable, unprecedented repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic have upset nearly every facet of life. For many, the hope of returning to “normal” has slowly given way to fear of the unknown. To cling to what’s certain in a time of uncertainty, to find peace when anxiety abounds, look to the Psalms. Psalms for the Anxious Heart is a short, daily devotional that offers meditations of truth and peace. Each devotion includes a reading of a Psalm, a brief teaching on the passage, a salient truth to cling to, and a suggested song to guide further meditation. Enter the Psalms and find relief and hope for your anxious heart in these trying times.

The secret and power of Psalm 1 is an eye opener and foundation of the books of Psalm. It is a spiritual philosophy to mankind. The world rotates around this as a result of its importance. This book confirms and propagate why peace elude us and what to do in order to enjoy peace. This book of Psalm counsels us for the kingdom and the activities of the wicked to stop Christians of harvesting joy, peace, breakthrough, success and progress. It goes deep to reveal counsel of the wicked and its effect. The world is sinking as a result of bad counsel. The fact is enemy makes sure doors of glory close against the elect. Satan bought the heart of people that should be of help and make things difficult for the elect. The Lord appeared on the scene to take care of the chosen. He makes us to understand that the chosen won’t suffer. This book reveals how a chosen should handle wealth of grace and embrace it as a right to life as they are planted by the river side. The key of breakthrough is with you. This book exposes how to find it and use it to your advantage. There are ways to find and locate it. There is no magic about it. The heaven shall open and rain manna of wealth, favor and mercy unto you if you read, digest and pray the prayer in this book This book reveals deep secrets and power of Psalm one and abundance that can be tapped if spiritually applied. Deep understanding and knowledge of things is a road map to success and breakthrough. What you least expect but are important, are impregnated in this book of Psalm. Your love for this book shall make you proud and harvest wonders from the secret place of God. The days of being a victim in the hands of mockers is over. You shall ride on the horse of glory unmolested, fine tune your life with life changing discovery in this book and load your heart with joy. Doors of favor and mercy shall open, only you shall count unprecedented blessing of God today. The Lord is your strength as new page of success opens in your favor. Pick this book and claim your heavenly right.

The deepest desires of the heart are explored through Psalms that teach us lessons of life from the beauty of a garden . . . that help us discover the beacon of guidance from a lighthouse . . . that encourage us to celebrate the wonder of love. The stunning imagery and poetic expressions of the Psalms have inspired and transformed the hearts of countless souls through the centuries. Now Honor Books, the leading publisher of gift devotionals, has added exquisite full-color art and heart-stirring prayers with selections from best-loved Psalms. In the unwavering beam of the lighthouse, we discover the hope and direction God brings to our lives. For thousands of years readers have looked to the Psalms for the comfort of knowing that God is lighting their path and leading them in His grace and mercy. Readers will find devotionals on Direction, Protection, Hope, and God's Care and Guidance. Each devotion will provide daily insight and inspiration.

Psalms in My Backpack is a memoir of our family hiking 262 miles of the Appalachian Trail (AT)--without cell phones--and surviving.Here I am on the AT, weighed down by my 35-pound backpack. In 1990, hiking the AT was meant to be a fun adventure. But as our family of six lugged overstuffed backpacks, we weren't always having fun.We carried burdens heavier than our packs as we scaled rocky cliffs or cowered in raging storms. Sometimes we leaped over poisonous snakes and suffered from thirst and hunger.But even in desperate times, we trusted that God would provide safety and peace. Our trust is expressed in Psalm verses that introduce each of the 154 vignettes. Original photos and pencil drawings complete the tale.Told from a mom's perspective, the story appeals to adventurous moms--and dads--backpackers and wanna-be-hikers.As you read, you might think the risks of the AT were too extreme. Maybe you'll admire us or scorn us. Maybe our adventure will encourage you or discourage you from backpacking. Whatever your reaction, I'm confident this story will entertain and transform you. Linda Jane "Janie" Niedfeldt is an outdoorsy, small-town gal. After college, marriage, and four children, she dabbled at teaching but focused on writing. Niedfeldt wrote two children's historical fiction books, then dozens of newspaper stories and a few national magazine articles. In 1995, she and her husband Tom started a travel business, taking her small-town life perspective to more than 75 countries. Now in retirement, she's written two more children's novels and her first memoir, Psalms in My Backpack.

Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching is a distinctive resource for those who interpret the Bible in the church. Planned and written specifically for teaching and preaching needs, this critically acclaimed biblical commentary is a major contribution to scholarship and ministry.