Psalm 116 moves from cords of death to a lifted cup. It teaches us to cry “Lord, save me,” to give thanks in the assembly, and to walk before the Lord in the land of the living.
Bible Themes and Doctrines
Psalm 116 moves from cords of death to a lifted cup. It teaches us to cry “Lord, save me,” to give thanks in the assembly, and to walk before the Lord in the land of the living.
Psalm 115 redirects glory to God, exposes the emptiness of idols, and calls God’s people to trust Him as their help and shield. It ends with blessing, stewardship, and a vow to praise the Lord now and forever.
Psalm 114 compresses the exodus into vivid scenes where creation responds to God’s presence. It teaches that the Lord saves in power, dwells in love, and supplies water in the desert.
Psalm 113 opens the Hallel with a global, all-day summons to praise the Lord who is both exalted and near. He lifts the lowly and fills empty homes, teaching worship that becomes mercy.
Hallel is Scripture’s praise cluster—Psalms 113–118—sung for the God who rescues and reigns. These songs train memory, strengthen gratitude, and call the nations to join the chorus fulfilled in Christ.
Psalm 112 sketches the blessed life that grows from fearing the Lord: generous in mercy, steady under pressure, and honored by God. It pairs with Psalm 111 to show how God’s character becomes the believer’s way.
Psalm 111 celebrates God’s mighty works and unchanging character, moving worshipers from remembrance to obedience. It teaches that wisdom begins in holy fear and blossoms through trust in His trustworthy words.
Psalm 110 unveils the Messiah as royal Son and everlasting Priest. This study traces His present reign, ongoing intercession, and promised future victory.
Psalm 109 is a courtroom lament in which David entrusts judgment to God amid lying tongues and hatred. Its hard petitions echo covenant justice while pointing us to bless our enemies, protect the poor, and wait for the Lord who stands at the right hand of the needy.
Psalm 108 joins a dawn hymn to a battlefield oracle. It teaches worship first and then warfare, praying promises with humble courage until God’s glory rests over all the earth.
Psalm 107 moves from deserts to dungeons, sickbeds to storm decks, showing how the redeemed cried out and God delivered. The study invites public gratitude and wise reflection on the Lord’s loving deeds.
Psalm 106 tells Israel’s history as a mirror for the present, joining thanksgiving to honest confession. The song ends with a bold plea to be gathered for praise because the Lord remembers his covenant and relents in love.
Psalm 105 turns Israel’s history into a mission-shaped hymn. From patriarchs to exodus to inheritance, the Lord remembers his covenant and calls a rescued people to obey and to tell his wonders among the nations.
Psalm 104 traces the King’s wise ordering of earth and sea, time and creatures, and the Spirit’s renewing power. The study turns ordinary gifts into doxology and points hope toward a world fully rejoicing in its Maker.
David’s self-exhortation becomes universal doxology in Psalm 103. This study traces forgiveness, compassion, justice, and the King’s cosmic rule to train the soul to “forget not all his benefits.”