Study Desk

The skies were made by God 's command; he breathed the word and the stars popped out. He scooped Sea into his jug, put Ocean in his keg.

Earth-creatures, bow before God ; world-dwellers—down on your knees! Here's why: he spoke and there it was, in place the moment he said so.

God takes the wind out of Babel pretense, he shoots down the world's power-schemes. God 's plan for the world stands up, all his designs are made to last. Blessed is the country with God for God; blessed are the people he's put in his will.

From high in the skies God looks around, he sees all Adam's brood. From where he sits he overlooks all us earth-dwellers. He has shaped each person in turn; now he watches everything we do.

We're depending on God ; he's everything we need. What's more, our hearts brim with joy since we've taken for our own his holy name. Love us, God , with all you've got— that's what we're depending on.

A David Psalm, When He Outwitted Abimelech and Got Away I bless God every chance I get; my lungs expand with his praise.

I live and breathe God ; if things aren't going well, hear this and be happy:

God met me more than halfway, he freed me from my anxious fears.

When I was desperate, I called out, and God got me out of a tight spot.

God 's angel sets up a circle of protection around us while we pray.

Open your mouth and taste, open your eyes and see— how good God is. Blessed are you who run to him.

Worship God if you want the best; worship opens doors to all his goodness.

Young lions on the prowl get hungry, but God -seekers are full of God.

Come, children, listen closely; I'll give you a lesson in God worship.

God keeps an eye on his friends, his ears pick up every moan and groan.

God won't put up with rebels; he'll cull them from the pack.

Is anyone crying for help? God is listening, ready to rescue you.

If your heart is broken, you'll find God right there; if you're kicked in the gut, he'll help you catch your breath.

Disciples so often get into trouble; still, God is there every time.

God pays for each slave's freedom; no one who runs to him loses out.