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We might think of the poetry of the Psalms as a dance between creation and redemption. In this Psalm, iniquities prevail yet God atones for our salvation. All creation rejoices with their creator in thanksgiving. This Psalm reminds us to go outside and join creation in giving thanks to the God who has bound himself to our humanity. Rebekah Caggegi sings "Love and Creation Dancing". Support the Sho...

Behold, the eye of the Lord is on those who fear him,     on those who hope in his steadfast love,that he may deliver their soul from death     and keep them alive in famine. This is our hope, our confidence and our eternal joy. Rebekah Caggegi sings " The earth is full of Your steadfast love". Support the Show 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube More from the...

What if God doesn't hear me? The doubts and fears that lurk beneath our faith can rise up and speak to us in our worst times of struggle. Colin Heinrich sings "When Hope Disappears". Support the Show 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube More from the hosts Chad Bird  

 Psalm 60 is a lament that begins with a harsh and bitter accusation, namely that God has rejected us. David complains about rejection, loss, national tragedy and the experience of feeling that God has abandoned and rejected us. The brilliant Ryan Delmore sings "God Has Rejected Me". Support the Show 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube More from the hosts Chad...

From the 4 corners of the cross, Christ's gift of redemption spreads throughout the earth, throughout the generations, and is perpetually praised in the celestial realm. Meanwhile, we suffer and bear the burden of living in a fallen and hurting world. We look to God in our pain, knowing that God loves us and is with us throughout the ages. Izzi Ray sings "Honor and Glory".  Support the Show 1517 P...

The needy are not forgotten by God. He hears the cry of the afflicted. Those that forget God will be forgotten, but for those that trust Him, forever they will live in the light of His face. Izzi Ray sings "Jesus, Lord I Trust In You". Support the Show 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube More from the hosts Chad Bird  

Pain and suffering; it can feel like punishment from an angry God, and we try to figure out the cause, to our own frustration. Psalm 31 speaks to this and much more as we join with Christ and His sufferings on our behalf. Kris Winrich sings "Waiting for My Deliverance".   Support the Show 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube More from the hosts Chad Bird  

Waiting on God can seem like slow motion torture sometimes. Our minds can play tricks on us and deceive us into thinking we are left alone to suffer and die, but if we remember the One who created us, called us, goes before us and is with us each moment, we can awaken the hope and worthy optimism that belongs to those who belong to God. Colin Heinrich sings "I Will Wait". Support the Show 1517 Pod...

The fact is this: we all are going to die. Whether we are rich or poor, foolish or wise, we will all pass away. No one can change this reality, but our hope is in Christ, who will carry us into the land of eternal blessings. Chris Lizotte sings "Out of the Grave". Support the Show 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube More from the hosts Chad Bird  

When surrounded by evil, it's easy to think our doom is sure. How we can defend ourselves, how can we judge the wicked, especially when they seem so much smarter,stronger and more confident than us? Our help is in our righteous Judge. All is well when God is our Advocate and we belong to Him. Markita Knight sings "I Flee Like A Bird". Support the Show 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Appl...

The stormy seas of life threaten us, but we need not fear, for God is with us. Our gaze is upon His face. We look to Him alone to rescue, defend, strengthen and uphold us. God is our refuge and strength, our source of eternal joy. Colin Heinrich sings "There Is A River".   Support the Show 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube More from the hosts Chad Bird  

Part of the journey involves seasons of affliction, and during those times it is easy to feel separated from God, even rejected by our God. We look forward to the day when our eyes will behold the God who saved us, and we will see that we were never forsaken or left to grovel alone. He is with us. He has redeemed us from the death that came upon mankind after the fall of Adam. Chris Lizotte sings...

None of us can enter the Kingdom of God based on our righteousness. Whether we realize it at the time, we are being carried through this life by our loving Savior. God asks that we cast on Him the weight of our burdens and allow Him to carry us into the promised land. Markita Knight sings "Carry Me".   Support the Show 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube More f...

Everyone is stained by sin. Who can stand before God? Who can dwell in His holy presence? Only the one who walks blamelessly. Disappointing for those who look to stand on our own merit, but good news for those who seek representation in Jesus Christ. Paul Jackson sings "Everyone".   Support the Show 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube More from the hosts Chad B...

Psalm 2 ends by describing the state of blessing for those take refuge in God. In this life we are often left to wondering why God, who loves the world so much, is so rejected and hated by so many that He created. This Psalm contrasts the honor bestowed on the Son, with the hatred of God by the heathen. The nations rage in vain because God's love overcomes the world. Stephanie Wright sings "Blesse...

When God changed Jacob's name to Israel, thereafter his story was linked into as God's story. Psalm 8 speaks of the human being, as humanity, but also of Christ. This Psalm is quoted in Hebrews as being about the Savior. And God has crowned the Savior with glory and dominion, and those who trust in Him will reign with Him eternally. We have co- crucified, co-buried and co-resurrected with Him. Izz...

This Psalm was written when David had to fake insanity to escape danger as he was on the run from King Saul. David responds with thanksgiving in the midst of turbulent circumstances. This Psalm also speaks prophetically of Christ and His afflictions. Afflictions may be numerous and overwhelming in this life, but one day things will be set right by the hand of God, who is the final Judge. Colin Hei...

Psalm 1 shows us the true state of life and death. Life in abundance, rooted and secure in Christ, or desolate as we are left to ourselves. Rebekah Caggegi sings "I Saw The Tree of Life". Support the Show 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube More from the hosts Chad Bird  

This majestic Psalm reminds us who is in charge and Lord of all. We belong to the Most High God. John Andrew Schreiner sings " The Voice of the Lord".

The heavens declare the glory of God, and we are wise to meditate on God's revelation through creation. But He grants us specific benefits and grace from the Word He has given to us. Izzi Ray sings "Without A Sound".

Psalm 37 shows us that God is making all things new,  and covering His own with protection. We are told to be still, wait patiently on God, not to fret, but continually trust and watch God accomplish His promises. Terry Clark sings "I Will Not Fear".

Sometimes it seems that everything goes the opposite way we desire. But who thinks that repentance is the answer God sets before us? God turns us from ourselves to Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith. We cry out to God to heal us. This episode was sung by our dear brother Jeff Macare who was taken into the arms of Christ in 2021. He is joined in this song by his daughter Aralyn singing bac...

Psalm 23 is often at odds with our emotions. Oftentimes we can feel alone and vulnerable and unable to see any reason for hope. Though our eyes and emotions can set to betray us, God will never leave us or forsake us. Our hope is secure in Christ. Izzi Ray sings "The Lord is my Shepherd".

We are accustumed to praying to God, through Christ, but in this Psalm we are praying to the Father and asking Him to hear the prayers of His Son, prayers made on our behalf. Linda McCrary sings "Every Prayer".

Anyone that follows Christ will face troubles. Psalm 18 speaks of deep waters, foreboding disasters and a sense of doom. We cry out to God because He alone desires and is able to save us. Bryan Duncan sings "Won't You Save Me"