Day 139

Psalm 79-82.  “Recorded Variety”

Although all four psalms come from the same individual, there is yet great variety in their contents.  The first two psalms are reflections of the nation.  The third psalm is a spiritual reminder on a holiday.  The last psalm refers to God, the righteous Judge.
What are some of the characteristics of journals?  Providing you have journaled, if you were to look through your journal entries you may find great variety.  But, then again, perhaps you tend to only journal when you are discouraged, or conversely when you are excited about something that took place.  What keeps the Psalms distinct from our personal journals lies in their purpose.  The authorship of the Psalms is from individuals inspired by God to record what they did for the glory of God and the benefit of others.  The Psalms maintain historical accuracy, biblical consistency, theological purity, transparent confession, poetic beauty, and authentic worship.
What we are learning to appreciate about the depth of the Psalms is yet reflected in their variety.  God has given us Psalms that touch our life no matter where we are at.

General Questions for each day:
Summarize the day’s Bible passage in your own words.
What thoughts, actions, attitudes or beliefs are addressed in the passage?
How is the Holy Spirit leading you to apply this passage to your life today?