June 11

Introduction

Psalm 62: Today’s psalm begins with the writer expressing complete trust in God while experiencing adversity. The writer warns against depending on violence and riches and affirms that salvation is dependent on God alone.

Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 62:5

I depend on God alone; I put my hope in him.

Reflect

The psalm writer refers to God as defender (verses 2, 6), protector (verse 7), shelter (verse 7), and refuge (verse 8). What are your thoughts about these images for God? What do verses 3 and 4 tell you about the writer’s situation? The writer urges us to tell God all our troubles (verse 8). What might you need to tell God today?

Pray

Lord God, you are my defender, protector, shelter, and refuge. I depend on you alone, O God, and place my hope and trust in you. When I am troubled and burdened with worry, I can turn to you, gracious God, trusting in your care and constant love. Amen.

Tomorrow’s Reading

Psalm 78: Telling God’s stories to future generations.