November 20, 2025

Psalm 107:1–22

Introduction Psalm 107:1–22: Today’s psalm speaks of God’s unfailing love by describing his saving acts: coming to the aid of those wandering the desert, rescuing those suffering in prison, and healing the sick and those close to death. The writer affirms the importance of offering thanks to the Lord for his constant love. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 107:8 GNT They…

November 19, 2025

Introduction Psalm 106:24–48: Today we conclude our reading from yesterday (verses 1–23). This passage describes how God’s people turned away from him to worship idols. The book of Psalms is comprised of five books that conclude with a doxology or word of praise. Today’s reading concludes with one of these (verse 48), marking the conclusion of Book Four of the…

November 18, 2025

Psalm 106:1–23

Introduction Psalm 106:1–23: Today’s reading is a communal confession of Israel’s sins and a plea for God’s mercy. It could be considered a continuation of Psalm 105 (the readings from November 16 and 17) since it recalls the Israelites’ actions during their wilderness journey under Moses’s leadership after leaving Egypt. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 106:1 GNT Praise the LORD! Give…

November 17, 2025

Psalm 105:23–45

Introduction Psalm 105:23–45: Today’s reading speaks of Moses and Aaron, chosen by God to perform his mighty acts and miracles in Egypt (see Exodus 7–10). The psalm concludes with a description of God leading the people out of Egypt and providing for them in the desert (see Exodus 12:37–42; 14:1–31; 16:1—17:7). Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 105:43 GNT He led his…

November 16, 2025

Psalm 105:1–22

Introduction Psalm 105:1–22: This psalm outlines Israel’s history from the call of Abraham to the journey of the people to the Promised Land. Today’s reading concludes with a reference to Joseph, Jacob’s son, who helped the people during a time of great famine (see Genesis 41). Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 105:2 GNT Sing praise to the LORD; tell the wonderful…

November 15, 2025

Psalm 118

Introduction Psalm 118: It is thought that this psalm was adapted from a prayer of thanksgiving by an individual, perhaps a king, who was delivered by God from danger. Therefore, this psalm is sometimes entitled “A Song of Victory.” The psalm concludes with a description of a liturgical procession and an affirmation of God’s eternal love. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm…