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Blessed or Blown Away? The Powerful Opening of Psalms Explained | Psalms 1–3

Today’s reading: Psalms 1–3

In this episode of Word for Word: The Bible, we begin the book of Psalms with three foundational psalms that introduce some of the most important themes in Scripture: the contrast between the righteous and the wicked, the rebellion of the nations against God, and the peace that comes from trusting the Lord in times of fear and opposition.

Psalm 1 paints a picture of the person who delights in God’s Word, comparing them to a tree planted by streams of water that flourishes in every season. Psalm 2 reveals God’s authority over earthly kings and nations, reminding us…

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