Psalms 84
1How lovely is your dwelling place,Lord Almighty! 2My soul yearns, even faints,for the courts of the Lord;my heart and my flesh cry outfor the living God. 3Even the sparrow has found a home,and the swallow a nest for herself,where she may have her young—a place near your altar,Lord Almighty, my King and my God. 4Blessed are those who dwell in your house;they are ever praising you. 5Blessed are those whose strength is in you,whose hearts are set on pilgrimage. 6As they pass through the Valley of Baka,they make it a place of springs;the autumn rains also cover it with pools. 7They go from strength to strength,till each appears before God in Zion. 8Hear my prayer, Lord God Almighty;listen to me, God of Jacob. 9Look on our shield, O God;look with favor on your anointed one. 10Better is one day in your courtsthan a thousand elsewhere;I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my Godthan dwell in the tents of the wicked. 11For the Lord God is a sun and shield;the Lord bestows favor and honor;no good thing does he withholdfrom those whose walk is blameless. 12Lord Almighty,blessed is the one who trusts in you.
Study Context for Psalms 84
As you study Psalms 84, keep in mind the overarching themes of this old testament book: Worship, Lament, Praise. Observe how the specific events or teachings in this chapter contribute to the book's broader message.
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Observation: What does Psalms 84 reveal about the character and nature of God? What does it reveal about humanity?
Application: How does the truth presented in this chapter change how you should live, think, or pray today?
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