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Psalm 72 paints a breathtaking vision of the King the world longs for—a righteous, peaceful, universal, and compassionate ruler whose justice flows from God himself. This psalm finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ, the true Son of David, whose reign brings healing, wholeness, and blessing to all nations. Under Christ's rule, majesty is displayed through mercy, and peace abounds as creation is renewed. Because of Christ, we can look back with thankfulness, look forward with hope, and live now with purpose until the whole earth is filled with His glory.

Psalm 71 is a heartfelt testimony of faith that endures through every season of life from youth to old age. This psalm calls believers to see aging not as decline but as opportunity to declare God’s faithfulness and hand on hope to the next generation. Because of Christ, you can look back with thankfulness, look forward with hope, and live now with purpose. Whether in strength or frailty, we can say with confidence, “I will always have hope; I will praise you more and more.”

Psalm 70 is a brief but powerful cry of urgent faith. We see David, pressed by danger and sorrow, calling upon God to act swiftly—not in panic, but in trust. Even amid persecution, David turns from fear to worship, urging all who seek the Lord to rejoice and proclaim, “God is great!” His honesty in prayer, his confidence in God’s justice, and his humility in dependence all point to a greater Deliverer—Jesus Christ—who endured the ultimate darkness for our salvation. Thus, believers can pray urgently, wait patiently, and rejoice steadfastly, knowing that the God who made haste to save us at Calvary will surely deliver us again for His glory and our eternal joy.

Psalm 69 is a prayer of distress and deliverance, that expresses David's suffering caused by his enemies. He feels like he is drowning in despair and appeals to God for help and justice against his persecutors. The psalm also contains messianic prophecies about Jesus's suffering, his zeal for God, and his crucifixion. The psalm helps us remember that personal suffering can be seen as part of God's plan and how even in deep despair, faith and praise are still possible.

In Psalm 68 David labors to inspire the praise of God’s people. He does this by reminding them of God’s righteous character and his past saving acts – beginning in the Exodus and wilderness wandering, the conquest of the land of Canaan, and culminating in God’s arrival in Jerusalem. He then anticipates God’s future victories when all nations will lift their hands to the Lord.
As Christians, we have all the more reason to praise the Lord because of the person and work of Jesus Christ. Jesus delivers us from bondage to Satan, sin, and death through his substitutionary atonement and victorious resurrection. He dwells within us through the gift of his Spirit and promises future victories when sin and death will be no more. May these truths pass from your head (acknowledgment) to our heart (treasuring) and overflow in joyful worship of God. In all that we do this week, may the name of the Lord be praised!

In this chapter Paul tells the Thessalonian believers that he had sent Timothy from Athens to Thessalonica to encourage them, and to learn how they were getting along in the Christian life. He reminds them that his sufferings were not unexpected but were predicted.

Paul states that Timothy had returned with good news about the Thessalonian believers' enduring faith and love. Paul indicates he has comfort and great joy in knowing the believers at Thessalonica were doing well spiritually. He says he is praying around the clock to see them face-to-face and to address any deficiencies in their faith.

The chapter closes with Paul praying that the Lord would make the Thessalonian believers' love overflow to one another and to others, as Paul's love overflowed to the Thessalonians.
Ultimately, God works in both pastors and the broader church family to have this kind of enduring faith and love.

Psalm 67 envisions a world where God’s blessing fuels mission, drawing all nations to know his salvation and rejoice in his presence. The shining face of God—secured for us through Christ—brings true joy, security, and deep transformation. This psalm reminds us that God blesses us not to hoard happiness but to share it, anticipating the day when every tribe and tongue and nation will join together in a global chorus of glad praise.

Psalm 65 is a song of praise overflowing with joy in God’s grace, presence, and generosity. It begins by celebrating the God who brings sinners near by atoning for sin. It then lifts our eyes to the One who formed the mountains and calms the seas, reminding us that his presence brings stability in the midst of chaos. Finally, it paints a rich picture of God’s abundant provision, where the earth itself shouts for joy under his blessing. In Christ, this Psalm finds its fulfillment as he is the One who bore judgment so mercy could flow giving abundant life to all who trust in him.

Psalm 63 and 64 show us both the joy of longing for God and the reality of facing enemies and hardship. In the wilderness, David expresses a deep thirst for God’s presence, describing God’s steadfast love as “better than life” and finding satisfaction and joy in him alone. At the same time, David acknowledges the anguish caused by enemies and their schemes, yet takes refuge in God’s justice and protection. Together, these Psalms invite us to make God our deepest desire and greatest delight, to trust his steadfast love in Christ, and to find confidence and refuge in him no matter what troubles surround us.

Psalm 62's central message is to trust in God with all one's soul and to wait silently for him. Throughout this Psalm, God is described as a rock, a fortress and salvation to those who trust in him. David also contrasts God's reliability with the unreliability of people, who may be deceitful and may be overcome by worldly pursuits of riches. The psalm concludes with a reminder that God exhibits an enduring and merciful love, while also offering a hopeful assurance of divine justice.

Psalm 61 provides some strategies for enduring seasons of discouragement and distance from God by showing us how to cry out in prayer and take refuge in him. David reminds us that God is both strong and tender—our rock, tower, dwelling place, and sheltering wings. God is experienced as a refuge through his promises which find their ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Christ was the one who experienced the ultimate exile from sin so that we would never have to. In the gospel of Christ we find security, hope, and joy that leads us back to God in worship.

In Psalm 60, David provides a roadmap for dealing with hard things. While it can be difficult to understand, God is ultimately in control of what a person faces in life and often uses times of struggle to reveal sin, build faith, and strengthen our trust in Him. During suffering and setback, God’s people should not lose sight of their purpose in the world – to faithfully proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ until he returns. Recalling God’s sovereignty and past goodness can help us endure suffering while we patiently wait for God’s deliverance. And finally, our ultimate hope in the midst of hard things is God alone, who will someday restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish us (1 Pet 5:10).

In Luke 24:36-53 we learn how the resurrection of Jesus is both a historical reality and a deeply personal, transformative truth.  The resurrection turns sorrow into joy, affirms the hope of a real, embodied resurrection life for believers, and commissions us as Spirit-empowered witnesses to proclaim repentance and forgiveness to all nations. Far from being a distant theological concept, the resurrection has profound implications for everyday life. It assures us of peace with God, promises redemption of our deepest pain, and invites us to live with hope and purpose as we await the return of our King.

In Luke 24:13–35 we follow two discouraged disciples traveling on the road who unknowingly encounter the risen Jesus. Through their story, we are challenged to consider how our expectations and misunderstandings might blind us to Christ’s presence in our lives. What kind of Jesus are you looking for? Are you seeking someone to help you or someone to redeem you? As Jesus opens the Scriptures to these travelers their hearts burn within them, and they finally recognize him during the ordinary act of breaking bread. This invites us to recognize the risen Lord not only in dramatic signs, but in the quiet, faithful rhythms of Scripture, community, and grace. Have you encountered the risen Christ? If so, who can you tell?