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

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.

A reflective reading of Psalm 60 exploring lament, plea for restoration, and the experience of hard trials. Short reflections on refuge imagery and banners for those who fear God. A survey of the psalm’s land declarations and a closing note on trusting divine strength over human power.

A walk through David’s desperate plea amid danger, with vivid images of prowling enemies and mockery. Reflections on God as fortress and singing of steadfast love as refuge. Questions about handling pain caused by others and avoiding bitterness. A clear turn to the gospel as the remedy for resentment and a call to internalize undeserved grace.

A reading and reflection on Psalm 58 with vivid, unsettling images of divine retribution. A look at why violent scripture can surprise and how we resist only comfortable passages. A call to submit to the whole Bible rather than pick what suits us. An exploration of pleading for rightful justice and trusting God to judge.

A short walk through Psalm 57, focusing on David’s plea for mercy and finding refuge in God. Reflections on God’s deliverance, steadfast love, and the cry to exalt God above the heavens. Thoughts about hiding in a cave as a reminder that God, not place, is the true refuge. Connections drawn between God’s glory and gracious deliverance in the gospel.

A walk through Psalm 56 that centers on fear, mercy, and trust in danger. Scenes of oppression and restless nights are brought to life. The image of God collecting tears is explored alongside vows of thanksgiving after deliverance. The talk ties David’s cries to the compassion shown in Christ and offers reasons for courage when timid.