Psalms For Today

Let your hearts be courageous and strong, all you who wait on the Lord. Psalm 31:24

We wait for the Lord: he is our help and our shield. For in him our heart is glad, we trust in his holy name. Let your kindness, O Lord, be upon us, as is our hope in you. Psalm 33:20-22

Your love, O Lord, touches the heavens, your faithfulness reaches the clouds. Your justice is like the great mountains, your judgments are like the broad sea. Lord, you save people and animals. How precious your love, O God! All may seek shelter in the shadow of your wings. Psalm 36:5-7

O continue your grace to the faithful, your love to the upright in heart. Psalm 36:10

The Lord supports the steps of those with whom he is pleased. Though they fall, they will not be cast headlong, for the Lord holds their hands. Psalm 37:23-24

Happy the person who has put in the Lord their trust, not looking to false gods or turning to idols. Psalm 40:4

In the day I cry to the Lord to summon his kindness; and the song that I sing in the night is a prayer to the living God. Psalm 42:8

But I am like a fresh olive-tree in the house of God. I trust in the kindness of God for ever and evermore. I will render you thanks for ever for what you have done. I will tell how good you are in the presence of those who love you. Psalm 52:8-9

From heaven God looks out on humans, to see if any are wise, and care for God. Psalm 53:2

Listen, O God, to my prayer, attend to the words of my mouth. Psalm 54:2 

Hear my cry, O God, be attentive to my prayer. From the ends of the earth I call unto you, when my heart is faint: lead me to the rock that is high above me. Psalm 61:1-2

Answer me, Lord, in your gracious kindness, turn to me in your great compassion. Psalm 69:16

Let the heavens and the earth sing his praises, the seas, and all creatures that move in them. Psalm 69:34

But I will never stop hoping, and more and yet more will I praise you. All the day long shall my mouth tell your faithfulness and your salvation, though I know not how they may be counted. I will tell of the might of the Lord, and your faithfulness praise, you alone. You have taught me, O God, from my youth, and till now have I told of your wonders. Even in old age and grey hair, O God, do not forsake me. Still would I tell of your might unto all generations to come. Psalm 71:14-18

But I am happy when close to God; the Lord my God I have made my refuge, that I may recount all the things you have done. Psalm 73:28

Comforting Bible Psalms

See! The Lord has shown me his wonderful kindness: the Lord hears, when I call to him. Psalm 4:3 

So in peace I will lie down and sleep; for you, Lord, keep me safe. Psalm 4:8 

When I pray to you, Lord, in the morning, hear my voice. I make ready for you in the morning, and look for a sign. Psalm 5:3 

But let all who take refuge in you ring out their gladness forever. Protect those who love your name, so they may exult in you. For you give your blessing, Lord, to the godly, and the shield of your favor protects them. Psalm 5:11-12 

So the Lord proves a haven to the oppressed, a haven in times of trouble. Well may they trust you who know your name, for those who seek you, you never abandon. Psalm 9:9-10 

But I trust in your kindness: my heart will rejoice in your help. I will sing to the Lord who was good to me. Psalm 13:5-6 

From heaven the Lord looks out on humans, to see if any are wise, and care for God. Psalm 14:2

My steps have held fast to the paths of your precepts and in your tracks have my feet never stumbled. Psalm 17:5

The Lord is my rock, my fortress, deliverer, my God, my rock, where I take refuge, my shield, my defender, my tower. Psalm 18:2 

You are my lamp, Lord, my God who enlightens my darkness. Psalm 18:28 

As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the Lord is pure. He is shield to all who take refuge in him. Psalm 18:30 

The shield of your help you gave me, your right hand supports me, you stoop down to make me great. Psalm 18:35

May the words of my mouth and the thoughts of my heart be pleasing to you, Lord, my rock and redeemer. Psalm 19:14 

The Lord is my shepherd: I am never in need. He lays me down in green pastures. He gently leads me to waters of rest, he refreshes my life. He guides me along paths that are straight, true to his name. Psalm 23:1-3

Surely goodness and love will pursue me – all the days of my life. In the house of the Lord I will live through the length of the days. Psalm 23:6 

Make me, O Lord, to know your ways: teach me your paths. In your faithfulness guide me and teach me, for you are my God and my savior. Psalm 25:4-5

The humble he guides in the right, he teaches the humble his way. Psalm 25:9 

The Lord gives guidance to those who fear him, and with his covenant he makes them acquainted. Psalm 25:14 

May integrity and innocence preserve me, for I wait for you, O Lord. Psalm 25:21 

Examine me, Lord, and test me; test my heart and my mind. For your love is before my eyes, and your faithfulness governs my way. Psalm 26:2-3

O Lord, I love your house, the place where your glory lives. Psalm 26:8 

One thing have I asked of the Lord, and that do I long for – To live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze on the grace of the Lord and inquire in his temple. Psalm 27:4 

Firm is the faith I cherish, that I, in the land of the living, will yet see the goodness of God. Let your heart be courageous and strong, and wait on the Lord. Psalm 27:13-14

“Believe in Blessings” Mini Course Day Five

Always count your blessings! Regardless how difficult things may be, you probably have lots of things to be grateful for in your life. Whether it’s the security of having a job when a lot of people are jobless right now, having a supportive caring family, or simply being in good health. 

By revisiting everything you have good in your life, you can’t hold onto the negative feelings. Hopefully, you will feel reassured and confident. There may be countless things in your life that you are very thankful to God for right now.

“Let your hearts be courageous and strong, all you who wait on the Lord.” Psalm 31:24 

“laying all your anxieties on him, for he makes you his care.” 1 Peter 5:7 

Daily everyday stresses may include job stress and work overload. These little everyday stresses can add up and lead to emotional and physical distress. 

Many nurses, teachers, doctors and social workers are prone to career burnout. If a person feels like they have some control and input over their life they may handle things in a more positive, productive manner. 

Optimistic people usually cope better with stress. A perceived loss of control can cause an increase in tension.

Even homemakers and moms can have days when they may feel overwhelmed with too many family responsibilities and not enough time for themselves.