In the Lord I Take Refuge: Daily Devotions Through the Psalms with Dane Ortlund
Crossway
Join pastor Dane Ortlund, best-selling author of Gentle and Lowly, Monday through Friday each week on a journey through all 150 psalms in the Bible.Listen as he reads and reflects on each psalm in full—helping us see what these Scriptural songs tell us about God, about ourselves, and about the grace that the Lord offers to us with open hands.
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Oct 29, 2025 • 3min
Psalm 128 - Blessed Is Everyone Who Fears the Lord
The discussion centers on Psalm 128, emphasizing the theme of divine blessing. Dane Ortlund describes blessing as a deep happiness derived from a relationship with God. He highlights everyday joys, like meals and family moments, as signs of God's favor. The conversation also dives into what it means to fear the Lord, framing it as an acknowledgment of God's authority in our lives. Listeners are encouraged that embracing this fear opens the door to experiencing these blessings through faith.
Oct 28, 2025 • 3min
Psalm 127 - Unless the Lord Builds the House
❖ Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 127: www.ESV.org/Psalm127
❖ To read along with the podcast, grab a print copy of the devotional: www.crossway.org/books/in-the-lord-i-take-refuge-hcj/
❖ Browse other resources from Dane Ortlund: www.crossway.org/authors/dane-c-ortlund/
Oct 27, 2025 • 3min
Psalm 126 - Restore Our Fortunes, O Lord
❖ Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 126: www.ESV.org/Psalm126
❖ To read along with the podcast, grab a print copy of the devotional: www.crossway.org/books/in-the-lord-i-take-refuge-hcj/
❖ Browse other resources from Dane Ortlund: www.crossway.org/authors/dane-c-ortlund/
Oct 24, 2025 • 3min
Psalm 125 - The Lord Surrounds His People
❖ Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 125: www.ESV.org/Psalm125
❖ To read along with the podcast, grab a print copy of the devotional: www.crossway.org/books/in-the-lord-i-take-refuge-hcj/
❖ Browse other resources from Dane Ortlund: www.crossway.org/authors/dane-c-ortlund/
Oct 23, 2025 • 3min
Psalm 124 - Our Help Is in the Name of the Lord
❖ Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 124: www.ESV.org/Psalm124
❖ To read along with the podcast, grab a print copy of the devotional: www.crossway.org/books/in-the-lord-i-take-refuge-hcj/
❖ Browse other resources from Dane Ortlund: www.crossway.org/authors/dane-c-ortlund/
Oct 22, 2025 • 3min
Psalm 123 - Our Eyes Look to the Lord Our God
❖ Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 123: www.ESV.org/Psalm123
❖ To read along with the podcast, grab a print copy of the devotional: www.crossway.org/books/in-the-lord-i-take-refuge-hcj/
❖ Browse other resources from Dane Ortlund: www.crossway.org/authors/dane-c-ortlund/
Oct 21, 2025 • 3min
Psalm 122 - Let Us Go to the House of the Lord
The discussion centers around Psalm 122, emphasizing its blessings for Jerusalem and the joy of worship. The host explores the spiritual significance of the temple, connecting it to our restored humanity through gathered worship. He draws parallels between the temple's purpose and the biblical narrative of Eden, revealing how Christ embodies the true temple. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the eternal peace and fellowship believers experience in union with Christ.
Oct 20, 2025 • 3min
Psalm 121 - My Help Comes from the Lord
❖ Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 121: www.ESV.org/Psalm121
❖ To read along with the podcast, grab a print copy of the devotional: www.crossway.org/books/in-the-lord-i-take-refuge-hcj/
❖ Browse other resources from Dane Ortlund: www.crossway.org/authors/dane-c-ortlund/
Oct 17, 2025 • 3min
Psalm 120 - Deliver Me, O Lord
❖ Today’s Bible reading is Psalm 120: www.ESV.org/Psalm120
❖ To read along with the podcast, grab a print copy of the devotional: www.crossway.org/books/in-the-lord-i-take-refuge-hcj/
❖ Browse other resources from Dane Ortlund: www.crossway.org/authors/dane-c-ortlund/
Oct 16, 2025 • 17min
Psalm 119 - Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
Dive into the beauty of Psalm 119, where the joy of God's law is celebrated. Discover how His teachings are not just rules, but a pathway to true happiness. Reflect on C.S. Lewis's thoughts on the guiding nature of divine law. Experience the transformative power of scripture as it leads believers toward flourishing and joy. This exploration highlights the profound connection between God's words and our well-being.
