Psalms

As a kid I did not understand what the word psalm meant, so it was explained to me that it meant "song." I started to call the book, "Songs." After a little while I outgrew that, but nevertheless the word Psalm still remained a mystery. I understood that these were songs, but I could not help but feel there was something more to the meaning. There is. The word psalm literally translates "A poem set to notes" (A song). By the time Jesus was born the word had come to mean, "A sacred song."

What makes these songs sacred? Is it because they are in Scripture? Yes, however there is something more. You see, a song can be written about anything or anyone. A Psalm is always about the Lord. It could dwell on any part of Him. It could dwell on His Name, His mercy, His love, His power, and His Word. A psalm is truly sacred. It is holy because it references holiness.

As we read through the Psalms, many things should take place. 1) We should learn. These sacred songs contain lessons! 2) We should worship. Psalms magnify the Lord, and minimize the world. 3) We should examine. Psalms contain more than just worship. They contain history, science, prophecy, and understanding. Lastly, through the Holy Spirit, we should attain the heart of the Psalm. These words were written by men like ourselves, to communicate to the Holy of holies. Looking through the Psalms should bring us closer to the Lord. Now we look, and communicate through the blood of Jesus. Even more reason to give praise to the Lord!