“Psalm 116 begs to be pondered. Unusual is the person who has not been touched by the cords of death and the anguish of the grave. Rare is the one who has not looked down life's road to see the specter waiting...Psalm 116 is not the studied words of one who is preparing a lesson on death and dying. These are the [inspired] words of a survivor of a "close call" who is blurting out his thoughts and feelings to anyone who will listen,” (a reflection on Psalm 116 from Sermon Studies on Selected Psalms John A. Braun, editor).

Aug. 31 – Sept. 5:

Memorize verses 1-4.

Make a list of all the reasons you love the Lord. Review the list and try to add to it everyday this week.

Sept. 6-12:

Memorize verses 5-9.

What is bothering you today? Nothing is too big or too small. Take it to your Father in prayer and rest easy in His promises.

Listen to the hymn “What a Friend We Have in Jesus.”

Sept. 13-19:

Memorize verses 10-14.

What does vs. 14 mean for us in the context of the psalm and in the context of our daily lived lives?

What are some specific, personal ways you can worship God throughout your day today?

Sept. 20-26

Memorize verses 15-19.

Holy Spirit, in your Gospel You have freed me from the chains of sin. Strengthen me through Your Word to let go of my life, so that all that I say, all that I do, all that I am becomes a means to make God’s presence real to those around me.

Listen to the song “I Love the Lord.”