Category Archives: Thoughts on the Psalms

How to Flourish Like David: 5 Keys to Spiritual Growth

Posted on June 27, 2021 by Wayne Davies

David wrote about half of the Psalms. He was a gifted writer and musician, and with the guidance of the Holy Spirit, he wrote a plethora of hymns that have resonated with the hearts of God’s people for centuries. Psalm … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Psalm

Posted on April 18, 2021 by Wayne Davies

Do you like to read the Psalms? I do. Over the past several years, I’ve been cultivating the habit of starting the day by reading, meditating on, and praying through a psalm. As a result, God has deepened my understanding … Continue reading →

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Bible Study on Psalm 40

Posted on April 11, 2021 by Wayne Davies

NOTE: This post is an excerpt from my book, How to Pray Like David: A Bible Study on Psalms 1-41, available on Amazon in Kindle and paperback. I have a confession to make: I’m addicted to the Psalms. I love reading … Continue reading →

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How to Lie Down in Green Pastures

Posted on March 7, 2021 by Wayne Davies

I believe the truth of Psalm 119:103 with all my heart: “How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth.” And whenever I read the Word of God, like Jeremiah I hope to say to … Continue reading →

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35 Psalms of Thanksgiving

Posted on November 22, 2020 by Wayne Davies

Here’s a list of 35 psalms that can jumpstart your day with a focus on gratitude to God for His bountiful harvest of blessings. Each of these Psalms has at least one verse with the word “thank” or “thanks” or … Continue reading →

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How to Cultivate a Thankful Heart

Posted on November 22, 2020 by Wayne Davies

Genuine saving faith is characterized by a life of praise and thanksgiving. The true believer is filled with gratitude to God for all His gifts, especially the gift of Himself, and has a compelling desire to express that gratitude by … Continue reading →

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How Great Is God’s Love? Thoughts on Psalm 103:11

Posted on August 25, 2020 by Wayne Davies

I like to begin my day by reading a psalm, typically one each day, which then leads to a time of praise and thanksgiving to God for who He is and what He has done for me. Lately, though, I’ve … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Bible Study Resource on the Psalms

Posted on February 19, 2017 by Wayne Davies

I continue to be amazed and oh-so-thankful for the countless free resources available online to enrich our time in the Word. Undoubtedly my favorite book about The Book is Charles Spurgeon’s commentary on the Psalms, The Treasury of David. As … Continue reading →

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Got Food? (A Thanksgiving Message)

Posted on November 24, 2016 by Wayne Davies

It’s the 4th Thursday in November, Thanksgiving Day in the U.S.A., a day set aside as a national holiday to give thanks for our many blessings. For the Christian, of course, every day is a good day to thank God … Continue reading →

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How to Overcome Any Sin

Posted on August 9, 2016 by Wayne Davies

When you’re all by yourself, what do you think about? I have a mind that wanders relentlessly. Staying focused on any one thing for any length of time can be a challenge. What do I think about when I’m alone? … Continue reading →

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