In the Lord I Take Refuge: Daily Devotions Through the Psalms with Dane Ortlund

A brief meditation on Psalm 70 exploring lament and urgent prayer. Contrasts self-reliance with a life that looks outward to God. Reflects on how lament cultivates dependence and prompts honest cries for help. Encourages recognizing personal need and deepening continual reliance on God.

A vivid reading of Psalm 69 with scenes of sinking desperation, unjust persecution, and raw confession. Passages explore zeal that brings shame, urgent cries for rescue from overwhelming trouble, and harsh imprecations against oppressors. The recording closes by pointing to how Christ fulfills the psalm’s plea and secures redemption, inviting bold prayer.

A reading and reflection on Psalm 68, highlighting God’s fierce power and tender mercy. Short reflections contrast divine might with compassionate saving, and explain why both traits matter. The closing notes point to Christ as the unity of God’s strength and gentleness.

A reflective reading of Psalm 67 frames the Aaronic blessing and its invitation to the nations. The speaker encourages seeing neighbors as representatives of the world called into blessing. Themes include humble, penitent reception of God’s mercy and how Christ reveals God’s saving power. The devotional points listeners toward the radiance of God’s blessing made known in Jesus.

A stirring reading of Psalm 66 that calls all the earth to shout for joy and praise God's awesome deeds. Vivid images of testing through fire and water and deliverance are unpacked. The psalm’s vows of thanksgiving and answered prayer are highlighted. Reflections connect the hymn to Israel’s Exodus and to how suffering shapes deeper joy in Christ.

A calm reading of Psalm 65 leads into reflections on God answering with righteousness and saving the earth. Lively images of overflowing pastures, hills, and valleys celebrate abundant life. The conversation points to deeper satisfaction in a renewed creation and Christ’s making all things new. There is attention to God’s care for both body and soul and a hunger for the coming feast.

A devotional reading of Psalm 64 explores how malicious words wound like arrows. Listeners hear a contrast between human slander and God’s righteous speech. The talk urges refusing verbal retaliation and examining our own responses to gossip. It highlights how gospel-shaped grace changes the way we answer slander and trust God’s justice.

A brief reading of Psalm 63 sets the scene in the wilderness. Discussion focuses on living upon God as spiritual sustenance. imagery of God as water, food, and shade comes alive. The meaning of steadfast love as life-giving loyalty is explored and tied to praise.

A calm reading of Psalm 62 sets a devotional mood and invites quiet waiting on God. The podcast contrasts fleeting human status and riches with divine power, steadfast love, and justice. It asks probing questions about where your heart finds refuge and shares a touching story of Anne Steele sustained by the psalm. A hymn stanza offers a consoling response to sorrow.

A concise walk through Psalm 61 with readings and reflection. Themes include feeling distant from God in trouble, recalling past faithfulness as the basis for hope, and pleading to be led to a higher rock for safety. The episode explores how God's deliverance can come in unexpected ways and points to ultimate refuge in Christ.