A user-friendly guide to the study and interpretation of the Psalms.

This book will examine the different types of psalms as well as the various literary devices used by the authors of the psalms.

This is a 4 week study of classic hymns. The study looks at classic hymns along with the story behind them and the Scripture that inspired them. Each day features Scripture passages to read that go along with the Hymns and a short devotional about the hymn. Each day also includes questions to answer. The book also includes memory verses, and weekly reflection questions.This volume includes the following hymns:What a Friend We Have in JesusDay By DayBlest Be the Tie That BindsGod Leads His Dear Children Along'Tis So Sweet To Trust in JesusIn Christ There Is No East or WestUnder His WingsBlessed AssuranceAmazing GraceIt Is Well With My SoulI Will Sing of My RedeemerNow Thank We All Our GodCome, Thou Fount of Every BlessingStill, Still With MeThe Solid RockTake My Life and Let It BeJesus Loves MeHoly Bible, Book DivineHow Great Thou Art

A leading authority on the Psalms and a seasoned teacher presents a new edition of an already successful book. W. H. Bellinger takes account of the latest developments in Psalms studies and presents a nuanced approach in this accessible and concise primer. Not only will students of the Psalms appreciate these studies but church leaders teaching from the Psalms will also gain new insight from this classic text.

The Book of Psalms represents a rich tapestry of prayer and praise. Some reflect a texture of deep despair, others glow with a deep peace in the Lord's strength, still others bubble with an exuberant exaltation in the Most High God, reaching out to God from every imaginable experience. In this study you will enter into the experience of the Psalms. You will study thoughtfully. But more than that, you will learn how to pray, how to find peace in the midst of turmoil, to be thankful. You will begin to follow the pattern of the psalmists as you begin to praise. Twelve detailed lessons, each with probing discussion questions, can be used for personal enrichment, as a study by small groups and classes, and for preparation by teachers and preachers.

The book of Psalms powerfully resonates with the whole spectrum of human emotions and experiences, resounding with heartfelt praise, humble confession, and honest lament. Plumbing the theological depths, this guide explains the biblical text with clarity and passion—exploring the Bible's ability to transform our emotions and incline our hearts toward worship. Over the course of 12 weeks, each study in this series explores a book of the Bible and: Asks thoughtful questions to spur discussion Shows how each passage unveils the gospel Ties the text in with the whole story of Scripture Illuminates the doctrines taught in each passage Invites you to discover practical implications Helps you better understand and apply God's Word

This study of Book III of the Psalter examines evidence for the canonical organization of these seventeen psalms and finds cohesive links that create a consistent and coherent dialogue throughout. Continual laments by a righteous individual on behalf of and in concert with the nation spring from the non-fulfilment of hopes raised in Psalm 72 at the end of Book II. Divine answers give reasons for the continuing desolation but assure the eventual establishment of a kingdom without specifying its time. Book III ends as it began, asking how long God's wrath will smoulder, and in response Book IV opens with Psalm 90 contrasting human and divine perspectives on time.