Reading the Psalms

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Poetry comes alive when read aloud! Let’s look at the poetry in the Bible together. https://anchor.fm/dan37

Dan Bunting


    • May 27, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekdays NEW EPISODES
    • 6m AVG DURATION
    • 688 EPISODES

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    The Reading the Psalms podcast is a true gem for those seeking spiritual nourishment and a deeper understanding of the Psalms. Dan's soothing voice and gentle explanations create an oasis in the day, providing a sense of peace and calm. The shorter prayer/meditation gems that are shared from the ages offer profound insights into the meanings of the Psalms, making them accessible and relevant to listeners. The episodes are perfect for family devotions, as they enrich discussions and provide insightful commentary that is never overwhelming. Overall, this podcast has become a godsend, offering a valuable resource for those looking to deepen their faith.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is Dan's ability to bring the Word to life through his teaching. His gift of teaching is evident as he delves into the Psalms, uncovering their richness and relevance to our lives today. His insights are insightful and thought-provoking, allowing listeners to gain new perspectives on familiar passages. Additionally, Dan's warm and pleasant voice adds to the overall experience, creating a soothing atmosphere that helps set the mind on things above.

    However, one potential downside of this podcast may be its brevity. While some may appreciate short episodes that can be easily integrated into daily routines, others might desire more in-depth explorations of the Psalms. Although Dan's commentary provides valuable insights within a limited time frame, it can leave listeners craving for more depth and exploration.

    In conclusion, The Reading the Psalms podcast is a blessing for anyone seeking spiritual solace and guidance through the Psalms. Dan's ability to bring these ancient prayers to life through his teaching is truly remarkable. Whether listened to individually or as part of family devotions, this podcast offers valuable insights that nourish both heart and mind. Despite its brevity at times, this podcast remains a well-crafted resource that brings comfort and inspiration to all who listen.



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    Latest episodes from Reading the Psalms

    Psalm 24 — Triumphant over Chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 5:55


    On what is all creation founded? On what does your life depend?

    Psalm 23 — Filled with Peace

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 4:20


    What makes this psalm so beloved? What makes it such a comfort? Why do you think we want it read at funerals?

    Psalm 22 — Neither Forsaken nor Forgotten

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 10:55


    Sometimes it can feel like God is not here for us. Don't let that feeling take you away.

    Psalm 21 — God Save the King!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 5:35


    What does David pray for the king?

    Psalm 20 — Benediction & Blessing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 5:04


    Great words for your prayer.

    Psalm 19 — What does the sun say?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 7:46


    What can we learn about God from the heavens?

    Psalm 18 — When the Lord comes to help

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 13:40


    What is it like when the Lord comes to help?

    Psalm 17 — Convinced before God

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 6:55


    Of what was David sure? Can one be confident before God?

    Psalm 16 — Seeking a Blessed Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 6:40


    What things helps build David's life to be blessed?

    Psalm 15 — Want to live in God's house?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 4:36


    What must a person do to live in God's house? What must they be like?

    Psalm 14 — Fools Fail

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 4:35


    Foolishness, as God describes it, has a stubborn willfulness to remain in foolish ways.

    Psalm 13 — How to share sorrows with God

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 5:40


    This lament is clear and concise. You can use it, like the Lord's prayer, as a model for your own prayer and lament.

    Psalm 12 — Wicked words designed to hurt

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 5:45


    People use words to destroy others and lift themselves up. What does God think about that?

    Psalm 11 — When God is your Foundation

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 5:10


    God is an everlasting foundation.

    Psalm 10 — Describing the Wicked

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 7:05


    Does the description of the wicked in this psalm ring true to you?

    Psalm 9 — Prayer for Justice

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 8:12


    God is a good and righteous judge, set apart from our wicked world.

    Psalm 8 — Mindful of You and I

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 5:01


    God gives great blessings to each of us.

    Psalm 7 — Let the wicked come to an end

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 8:08


    Are you willing to stand ready for justice?

    Psalm 6 — Help with our Sorrows

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 5:23


    God give us words to express our sorrows and promises to hear our prayer.

    Psalm 5 — David Prayed for You

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 6:42


    Don't fall down the slope of selfishness and victimization; learn from David's prayer.

    Psalm 4 — When feeling disconnected from the world

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 5:00


    David's disconnect drives him to speak to God.

    Psalm 3 — Even a king may struggle

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 4:35


    Struggling under the threat of an enemy, David reaches out to God.

    Psalm 2 — The Lord Laughs

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 4:37


    We see the Lord's authority and power by his ability to laugh at foolish attempts to overthrow his rule.

    Psalm 1 — Beautiful Pictures

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 4:01


    This psalm invites us to enjoy all of the psalms. Nourished by meditating on God's word, we will grow strong and green.

    Psalm 150 — If you have breath, praise God

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 4:33


    What a beautiful and fitting end to a beautiful collection of songs.

    Psalm 149 — Praise in Meekness

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 5:47


    We are called to praise in meekness.

    Psalm 148 — Hallelujah, Praise Jehovah

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 6:03


    If God made you, what should you do?

    Psalm 147 — God knows the whole universe

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 6:42


    Praise God for his knowledge & understanding. Thank God for words of praise.

    Psalm 146 — Don't set your hope on world leaders

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 4:21


    When we set our hope in world leaders, we will often be discouraged. When we set our hope in God, regardless of the discouragement that comes our way, we will be blessed.

    Psalm 145 — God is Near

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 7:48


    God is near to those who praise him in truth.

    Psalm 144 — Trust that God will lift you up

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 5:47


    We can trust that God will lift us out of this life's mess.

    Psalm 143 — God's Judgment and Salvation

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 5:47


    God is severe and good.

    Psalm 142 — Crying in a Cave

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 5:00


    Even when deep in darkness, we can trust in God's light.

    Psalm 141 — Prayer to Protect our Hearts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 5:43


    Enemies may hurt us by enticing us to follow in their steps.

    Psalm 140 — The Strength in our Salvation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 6:10


    Enemies, abusers, bullies and scoffers are real; God promised to be our strength against them.

    Psalm 139 — Wonder before Certainty

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 7:36


    A psalm of our wonder before the certainty of God.

    Psalm 138 — On High, yet Listening to Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 4:42


    Though the Lord be on high, yet he has respect unto the lowly.

    Psalm 137 — Harsh Words for Hard Times

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 5:03


    Try to read the whole Bible, not just the parts that feel good.

    Psalm 136 — Praise for God's Enduring Mercy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 7:52


    Let us praise God together.

    Psalm 135 — Excited to Praise God

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 7:19


    God loves his people, saves his people and blesses his people. His people should be excited to praise him.

    Psalm 134 — A Simple Little Psalm

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 2:25


    I said “silly little psalm”, meaning “simple little psalm”. Yet, it's so small and simple, even a silly little child could learn it. It isn't silly, but it is special.

    Psalm 133 — Dwelling in Unity

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 3:48


    Unity is a beautiful blessing.

    Psalm 132 — Celebrating Great Promises

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 5:31


    A psalm celebrating God's great promises to David and all mankind.

    Psalm 131 — Peace, perfect Peace

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 4:03


    What does one find out about themselves the more the learn about God?

    Psalm 130 — God is Forgiveness

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 5:30


    It's important to know that God is forgiveness; his willingness to redeem your life is a beautiful blessing.

    Psalm 129 — God brings the enemy down

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 4:26


    It is good to call on God when an enemy hurts you.

    Psalm 128 — What are God's Blessings?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 5:04


    What does a healthy fear of the Lord bring? What blessings does God give?

    Psalm 127 — Loving what God gives

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 4:01


    On what do you hope? How is God connected to your hope?

    Psalm 126 — When God Saves Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 4:24


    How does it feel when God saves you?

    Psalm 125 — They that trust in the Lord

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 4:09


    Our trust in God is sure and dependable.

    Psalm 124 — If not for the Lord, where would we be?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 3:44


    Thank God for his help! Thank God for his good creation. Thank God for his saving power!

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