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Psalm 22 This psalm is, perhaps, the second most well known psalm. Surely, Psalm 23 tops the list. But Jesus quoted this psalm on the cross. Almost everyone knows about it and its very shocking beginning. Forsaken! Have you ever felt that way? This psalm provides the words for us when we do as evidenced by Jesus's use of it when He did. Andrew and Edwin talk about this psalm not only in its o...

Psalm 21 This week's psalm ends on a high note of praise. We needed that after some of the hard conversations from earlier in the psalm. Andrew and Edwin take these last verses of the psalm and springboard into a discussion of singing and praise. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at T...

Psalm 21 In yesterday's conversation, we talked about the judgment coming on the enemies of God and His anointed King. It was shocking, brutal, and, frankly, a little uncomfortable. And it leaves us thinking of family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, and so many others that we love. We don't want them to face this judgment. Andrew and Edwin point out God hates the idea of these folks fac...

Psalm 21 This prayer of thanksgiving looks back to the victory God had recently given the king. But it also looks forward to the ongoing victories that would come to God's faithful king. And it is not at all pretty for the king's enemies. In fact, this is one of those imprecatory type prayers that really bothers our modern ears. Andrew and Edwin discuss the true notion that judgment is c...

Psalm 21 We prayed for the King to receive victory (remember Psalm 20?). And he had victory. But why? Because the king was so awesome? Not at all. But because the King serves and trusts and awesome God. Why give thanks when the battle is over? Because we realize God won the battle, not us. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here . Let us know what you are learning...

Psalm 21 The people prayed for their king. God responded. Now the nation does what it must. It gives thanks. "Thank You, Lord!" Andrew and Edwin examine Psalm 21 as a psalm of thanksgiving, even noting it as a follow up to the requests of Psalm 20. And what a springboard it provides for us to think about giving thanks ourselves. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by...

Psalm 20 As Edwin and Andrew wrap up their conversations on Psalm 20, the application takes a surprising turn. This is a prayer for the king before battle, but can we pray it for each other? Andrew and Edwin believe so, explain their reasons, and apply it to our own prayers for one another. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning...

Psalm 20 Edwin and Andrew springboard off of previous conversations and find Jesus in Psalm 20. If this is a prayer for the king, we can use it as a prayer for OUR King. They discuss how we can pray this for our own battles under King Jesus and the victories we are seeking. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions...

Psalm 20 Edwin and Andrew discuss Psalm 20 in its original historical context. How would it have been used among the Israelites and with their king? Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org. Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here...

Psalm 20 Edwin and Andrew discuss David's use of the phrase "God of Jacob." That's not a very common name for Yahweh, thought it is found in the Psalm more than anywhere else. However, David's use of it in this psalm certainly brings to minds a really powerful point in the context of this battle prayer. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking he...

Psalm 20 Edwin and Andrew discuss the nature of Psalm 20 as a pre-battle prayer for the Israelites on behalf of their king, and by extension their army and their nation. This leads to a great discussion of our spiritual battle and the most important part of that fight. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you h...

Psalm 19 The final section of Psalm 19 not only highlights the impact the Word of the Lord should have on our words, but exposes how far short we've fallen from the Lord's Word. Edwin and Andrew discuss how the Word grows us and helps us overcome sin. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Ema...

Psalm 19 An often overlooked third part of Psalm 19 takes a look at the author. The natural revelation and the inspired revelation of God both dig into the heart of the author and expose his need for God and His Word. Edwin and Andrew discuss the impact the Lord's Word should have on our words. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are...

Psalm 19 The second part of Psalm 19 describes the Lord's Word. Building one description and one action on top of another, David gives and comprehensive look at God's Word from it's source all the way to the response it births in us. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at Text...

Psalm 19 The first part of Psalm 19 speaks of God's natural revelation through the created world. Every day, the Sun preaches a sermon. Edwin and Andrew talk about this aspect of God's creation and revelation. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org....

Psalm 19 As their conversations on Psalm 19 started, Edwin and Andrew wanted to begin with the end in mind. This conversation goes all the way to the end of the psalm and discovers how the final statements actually inform and summarize the two main parts of the psalm. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you ha...

Psalm 18 HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! Hmmm. This psalm ends talking about David and his seed/offspring. Now, that sounds familiar, doesn't it? Edwin and Andrew talk about how Psalm 18 fits into the line of seed promises and how it points us right to Jesus. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at Te...

Psalm 18 In Psalm 18, we see the battle. In Ephesians 6, we see the armor. Edwin and Andrew tie these two passages together and explain why we really need God's armor and nothing else in the battle we face. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org. Join the...

Psalm 18 Edwin and Andrew take on another one of the great questions from the Psalms, in fact, from Scripture in general. One of the big issues surrounding the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus is why God would make His chosen one suffer. Surely He wouldn't do that. Psalm 18 actually shows us otherwise. In fact, it shows that God was dealing with David in a very consistent way and that...

Psalm 18 Edwin and Andrew take on one of the biggest issues of the psalms. Does God do what He promises or not? Sure, most of the psalms include statements of faith that He will, but does He ever actually do it. Psalm 18 answers with a resounding YES! Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at T...

Psalm 18 David begins Psalm 18 with a virtual fireworks of praise and glorification. He heaps one synonym on top of another to describe God. Edwin and Andrew talk about how amazing God is by noticing all the "ands" and ongoing praises in these first few verses. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you...

Psalm 17 Merry Christmas! Happy Holidays! Edwin and Andrew see Jesus in Psalm 17. They make a case for this as a Messianic psalm paving the way for the teaching of the resurrection not just of people in general, but specifically of Jesus Himself. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTa...

Psalm 17 The most exciting part of the psalm is discovered today. David starts talking about the resurrection. Edwin and Andrew make a case for the resurrection in this psalm and explain how exciting that is for us. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org. Join...

Psalm 17 At the end of the Psalm, David provides a contrast between those whose portion is in this life and whose portion is God. This also provides a wonderful connection back to Psalm 16. Edwin and Andrew discuss some questions that arise when we see this contrast. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you hav...

Psalm 17 When David asks God to "Wondrously Show" His love, he is actually using a very specific word with a very specific history. Edwin and Andrew share that meaning and history and discuss an exciting prayer we as God's people can pray today. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here. Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Emai...