Note: We're closing out the "Summer in the Psalms" Daily Bible Reading series this week. Starting Monday, August 5, we invite you to join us as we transition our Daily Bible Reading archives to a Bible reading plan, complete with a Scripture to reference for each day. There will no longer be daily emails - instead, you'll want to visit our website or the App for what we're reading each day. We're looking forward to reading the Bible together!
For the introduction to Summer in the Psalms and a detailed overview of the POST study method, refer to https://tpcc.org/daily-bible-reading/introduction-and-psalm-1.
Step 1: Pray and Prepare
Invite the Holy Spirit into your time, asking Him to teach you and speak to your heart. Turn over anything that may be distracting you.
Before starting the next step, take a few minutes to prepare. Read over the notes you've taken this week to refresh your memory on the Psalms.
Step 2: Observe
Read Psalm 41 multiple times for comprehension. Write down what you observe and any questions that come up as you read.
Step 3: Seek Out
Now read other translations, commentaries, or study Bible notes to check your work from Step 2, gain further insight into the passage, and answer any remaining questions you have.
Study Tip: Psalm 41 concludes Book 1 of the Psalter. Think back over the past few weeks of studying the Psalms. Have you noticed any overarching themes? How would you summarize what you’ve learned about God in Book 1?
Step 4: Take Action
· What does Psalm 41 teach you about God and following Him?
· What is God saying to you as you read His Word and listen to His voice?
· What do you need to do to obey?
Look back at the commitment statement you wrote last week. How is it going this week? Have grace for yourself if you haven’t fulfilled it yet, but use today’s reminder as an opportunity to recommit. What one step can you take by the end of the day to make progress on your commitment statement?