How Do I Praise God for His Blessings? (Psalm 16) | Daily Devotional & Bible Study

Psalm 16 gives us a nice break from the lament psalms we have been reading. Today we look at how David praises God for the ways He blesses us emotionally, physically, and spiritually.

"You will make known to me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy; In Your right hand there are pleasures forever." (Psalm 16:11)

Questions this episode answers

What is Psalm 16 about?

Psalm 16 is a psalm of trust and joy. David says the Lord is his portion and that every good thing he has comes from God.

How is Psalm 16 connected to Jesus?

In Acts 2, Peter quotes Psalm 16 and says it points to the resurrection of Jesus. God did not allow His Holy One to undergo decay.

How can I praise God for His blessings today?

Start by naming specific gifts, big and small. Thank God for your relationships, your health, and His presence, remembering that He is the source of every good thing.

Links

Psalm 16 says there is fullness of joy in God's presence, and our contemplative retreat in Maui is a place to linger there with a small group of women.

Bible Study Live is a small-group Bible study trip with Rachael Groll. Study Scripture where it happened in Rome, or slow down for a contemplative Bible study retreat in Maui. Dates and details at BibleStudyLive.org

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