Author: Tekna Truth

Psalm 40 is a beautiful and powerful song from David, the shepherd-king of Israel, whose life was a rollercoaster of highs and lows—think defeating Goliath one day and dodging Saul’s spears the next. He wrote this psalm during a time when he felt stuck in what he calls a “horrible pit” and “miry clay” (v….

Psalm 39 is a deeply personal outpouring from David, addressed to Jeduthun, a chief musician in Israel’s worship, suggesting it was meant not only for private reflection but also for communal edification. Historically, this psalm likely emerges from a season of intense struggle—perhaps illness, persecution, or the aftermath of personal sin, as David grapples with…

Psalm 38, a penitential psalm attributed to David, is a hauntingly honest cry from a soul overwhelmed by the consequences of sin. It paints a vivid picture of a man in deep distress—physically afflicted, emotionally tormented, and socially isolated—yet clinging to hope in God’s mercy. To think deeper about this psalm is to uncover layers…

Psalm 37, written by King David, is a powerful and timeless message that speaks to anyone who has ever felt frustrated by the apparent success of the wicked or the struggles of the righteous. It’s a psalm that dives deep into the human experience—envy, injustice, the longing for security—and offers a clear path forward: trust…

Psalm 36 (NKJV)To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David the servant of the Lord.1 An oracle within my heart concerning the transgression of the wicked:There is no fear of God before his eyes.2 For he flatters himself in his own eyes,When he finds out his iniquity and when he hates.3 The words of his…

Psalm 35 (NKJV)A Psalm of David. 1 Plead my cause, O Lord, with those who strive with me;Fight against those who fight against me.2 Take hold of shield and buckler,And stand up for my help.3 Also draw out the spear,And stop those who pursue me.Say to my soul,“I am your salvation.” 4 Let those be…

Psalm 34, penned by David, is a vibrant testimony of God’s faithfulness, a call to praise, and a guide to living in the light of divine truth. Below is the full text, followed by a commentary that weaves together historical context, deeper truths, connections to Jesus, and a call to embrace God as the author…

The Sovereignty of the Lord in Creation and History1 Rejoice in the Lord, O you righteous! For praise from the upright is beautiful.2 Praise the Lord with the harp; Make melody to Him with an instrument of ten strings.3 Sing to Him a new song; Play skillfully with a shout of joy.4 For the word…

Psalm 32, a contemplative psalm of David, is a profound meditation on the joy of forgiveness, the weight of unconfessed sin, and the guidance of a loving God. In the New King James Version, it reads: Psalm 32The Joy of ForgivenessA Psalm of David. A Contemplation. 1 Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, Whose…

Psalm 31 is a heartfelt cry from David, a man caught in the throes of danger, betrayal, and despair, yet clinging to the unshakeable reality of God’s presence and truth. Its words resonate across centuries, speaking to anyone who has faced adversity or felt the sting of rejection. But beyond its immediate context, Psalm 31…