Psalms Commentary

The following are commentary on the Psalms mentioned throughout the blog posts on Raised to Walk.  If you are looking for a reading plan for Psalms, please visit our “Reading through the Psalms” page for a plan to read through the psalms in 50 days.  Articles that are part of this reading plant are denoted by a *

Psalm 1 Commentary

• Psalm 1: God blesses the righteous *

Psalm 2 Commentary

• Psalm 2: God & his Salvation (Yeshua) triumph over their enemies. *

Psalm 3 Commentary

• Psalm 3: Call on the Lord in times of trouble *

Psalm 4 Commentary

• Psalm 4: Peace comes to those who put their trust in God *

Psalm 5 Commentary

• Psalm 5: Both the righteous and the wicked will receive their just rewards *

Psalm 6 Commentary

• Psalm 6: God forgives those with a repentant heart *

Psalm 7 Commentary

• Psalm 7: God is a shield in times of trouble *

Psalm 8 Commentary

• Psalm 8: A reflection on the majesty of God *

Psalm 9 Commentary

• Psalm 9: Redemption and rescue come from the Lord *

Psalm 10 Commentary

• Psalm 10: David presents his case before God and requests recompense *

Psalm 11 Commentary

• Psalm 11: Take refuge in the Lord. *

Psalm 12 Commentary

• Psalm 12: The Lord seeks those with integrity *

Psalm 13 Commentary

• Psalm 13: A call to God when he seems far off. *

Psalm 14 Commentary

• Psalm 14: Only fools say, “There is no God.” *

Psalm 15 Commentary

• Psalm 15: Characteristics of the righteous, those with integrity. *

Psalm 16 Commentary

• Psalm 16: Remembering the blessings of God and a commitment to keep from idolatry. *
• Psalm 16: Psalm prophesying the resurrection
• Psalm 16: God is always there – the synchronicity of God.

Psalm 17 Commentary

• Psalm 17: God judges the heart & hides the righteous in the “shelter of his wings.” *

Psalm 18 Commentary

• Psalm 18: A picture of the resurrection and a confident praise that God delivers *

Psalm 19 Commentary

• Psalm 19: The glory of God is declared in creation. *

Psalm 20 Commentary

• Psalm 20:  The God of Jacob answers us when we call. *

Psalm 21 Commentary

• Psalm 21: True strength and prosperity are found in God. *

Psalm 22 Commentary

• Psalm 22: A prophecy painting a picture of Jesus on the cross. *
• Psalm 22: Jesus quoted this psalm on the cross.

Psalm 23 Commentary

• Psalm 23:  The Good Shepherd walks through the valleys with us. *
• Psalm 23 : Calling on God for deliverance

Psalm 24 Commentary

• Psalm 24:  Welcome the Lord to his habitation. *

Psalm 25 Commentary

• Psalm 25: God redeems those who humble themselves before him. *

Psalm 26 Commentary

• Psalm 26: A Psalm about walking in integrity. *

Psalm 27 Commentary

• Psalm 27: Stand firm and take courage in the faithfulness of God. *
• Psalm 27: Seeking after God
• Psalm 27: The focus of the Christian walk is a relationship with God.
• Psalm 27: On seeing God work in our lives.
• Psalm 27:13-14 Commentary: Expect God to answer

Psalm 28 Commentary

• Psalm 28:  God is a stronghold of salvation to those who trust in him. *

Psalm 29 Commentary

• Psalm 29:  The whole earth echos the glory of God. *

Psalm 30 Commentary

• Psalm 30:  The Lord turns mourning into joy. *

Psalm 31 Commentary

• Psalm 31: A psalm prophesying the reviling of Jesus the Messiah. *

Psalm 32 Commentary

Psalm 41 Commentary

• Psalm 41: David on Johnathan’s Betrayal

Psalm 46 Commentary

• Psalm 46 : Discerning the presence of the Holy Spirit

Psalm 51 Commentary

• Psalm 51: David seeking the sanctification of God
• Psalm 51: Deliverance and conviction come through the Holy spirit
• Psalm 51: Change always starts with us.
• Psalm 51:10-12 Commentary: Repentance precedes God’s answer.

Psalm 55 Commentary

• Psalm 55: David calls on God when he is oppressed by his enemies.

Psalm 107 Commentary

• Psalm 107 Commentary: On thanking God for his provisions and redemption

Psalm 110 Commentary

• Psalm 110: The Father speaking to the Son.

Psalm 118 Commentary

• Psalm 118: On giving thanks to God
• Psalm 118:24 Commentary: Whatever the day will bring, God is there with us.

Psalm 119 Commentary

• Psalm 119: God guides us through his Word

Psalm 127 Commentary

• Psalm 127: All foundations must begin with God.

Psalm 136 Commentary

• Psalm 136 Commentary: Faith and the Faithfulness of God.

Psalm 139 Commentary

• Psalm 139: The personalness of God *

Psalm 150 Commentary

• Psalm 150 Commentary: Praising God for his goodness