November 20

Introduction

Psalm 95: The psalm writer calls worshipers to come before God with thanksgiving and songs of praise. God is a mighty king who rules over all creation, and humankind is compared to a flock for which God cares. The writer encourages people to listen to God’s voice and to obey God’s commands.

Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 95:6

Come, let us bow down and worship him; let us kneel before the LORD, our Maker!

Reflect

Reread verses 7–11. Sheep normally listen to their shepherd and know his voice (John 10:4), but this passage describes a time when God’s people did not listen. The psalm writer uses this memory to call people to obey God “today” (verse 7). How do you listen for God’s voice? In what ways does God speak to you today?

Pray

God of grace and mercy, there are times in my life when I have failed to listen to your voice. Forgive me. Keep my praise always in line with my obedience to your word so that I may serve you faithfully and joyfully. Amen.

Tomorrow’s Reading

Psalm 97: A psalm celebrating God as king of the universe.