As we enter Book 2 of the Psalms, we encounter 8 psalms attributed to the Sons of Korah (to learn more about the sons of Korah, click here), one attributed to Asaph, and several attributed to David. Authorship in Scripture is a lot different than how we think about it today. There were no copyright laws, so sometimes an attribution to, for example, David, might simply mean that it was written in his honor or to remember a certain event in his life. While some psalms reference a specific time, place, or author, they really are all timeless in their message and application. As you read (or listen) this week, reflect on how these psalms speak to you in your specific situation. How do the words of the psalms give voice to what you are feeling and experiencing? Enjoy this week's journey through the psalms; praying that they provide a blessing to you as you read. We enter our rhythm of LEARN-READ-INTERACT.

From How to Read the Bible through the Jesus Lens, Michael Williams makes these points about Psalms:

Phrase: Lament and Praise
Theme: God the Great King provides the words of lament and praise that are appropriate responses to him.
Christ-Focus: Christ is the embodiment and means for our appropriate response to the Great King (Colossians 1:15-18).
Implications: We can talk to God about everything as we grow in teh unbreakable relationship with the Father that Jesus has secured for us (Philippians 4:6-7).
Questions: Is your faith strong enough for you to be honest with God? Is there room in your faith community for you to express these feelings? What is your motivation for prayer?

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