Month: June 2019

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Psalm 76 Good News Translation (GNT)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 76 Good News Translation (GNT)🕊 https://youtu.be/WtqNn_Soy28 Psalm 76 Good News Translation (GNT)🕊 God the Victor🕊 76:1 God is known in Judah; his name is honored in Israel.2 He has his home in Jerusalem; he lives on Mount Zion.3 There he broke the arrows of the enemy, their shields and swords, yes, all their weapons. 4 How glorious you are, O God! How majestic, as you return from the mountains where you defeated your foes.5 Their brave soldiers have been stripped of all they had and now are sleeping the sleep of death; all their strength and skill was useless.6 When you threatened them, O God … Continue reading Psalm 76 Good News Translation (GNT)🕊

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Psalm 64 Contemporary English Version (CEV)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 64 Contemporary English Version (CEV)🕊 https://youtu.be/Cd98WeTXI_Y Psalm 64 Contemporary English Version (CEV)🕊 (A psalm by David for the music leader.) Celebrate because of the Lord🕊 64:1 Listen to my concerns, God, and protect me from my terrible enemies. 2 Keep me safe from secret plots of corrupt and evil gangs.3 Their words cut like swords, and their cruel remarks sting like sharp arrows.4 They fearlessly ambush and shoot innocent people. 5 They are determined to do evil, and they tell themselves, “Let’s set traps! No one can see us.”6 They make evil plans and say,“We’ll commit a perfect crime. No one knows our thoughts.” 7 … Continue reading Psalm 64 Contemporary English Version (CEV)🕊

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Psalm 39 Good News Translation (GNT)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 39 Good News Translation (GNT)🕊 https://youtu.be/KyDZOd-piYw Psalm 39 Good News Translation (GNT)🕊 The Confession of a Sufferer🕊 39:1 I said, “I will be careful about what I do and will not let my tongue make me sin;I will not say anything while evil people are near.”2 I kept quiet, not saying a word, not even about anything good!But my suffering only grew worse,3 and I was overcome with anxiety.The more I thought, the more troubled I became; I could not keep from asking:4 “Lord, how long will I live? When will I die? Tell me how soon my life will end.” 5 How short you … Continue reading Psalm 39 Good News Translation (GNT)🕊

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Psalm 38 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 38 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊 https://youtu.be/Aq89cxPOGBw Psalm 38 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊 Do Not Forsake Me, O Lord🕊 A Psalm of David, for the memorial offering. 38:1 O Lord, rebuke me not in your anger, nor discipline me in your wrath!2 For your arrows have sunk into me, and your hand has come down on me. 3 There is no soundness in my flesh because of your indignation;there is no health in my bones because of my sin.4 For my iniquities have gone over my head; like a heavy burden, they are too heavy for me. 5 My wounds stink and fester because of my foolishness,6 … Continue reading Psalm 38 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊

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Psalm 70 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 70 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊 https://youtu.be/tRtYA–EwuU Psalm 70 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊 O Lord, Do Not Delay🕊 To the choirmaster. Of David, for the memorial offering. 70:1 Make haste, O God, to deliver me! O Lord, make haste to help me!2 Let them be put to shame and confusion who seek my life!Let them be turned back and brought to dishonor who delight in my hurt!3 Let them turn back because of their shame who say, “Aha, Aha!” 4 May all who seek you rejoice and be glad in you!May those who love your salvation say evermore, “God is great!”5 But I am poor and needy; … Continue reading Psalm 70 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊

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Psalm 50 Contemporary English Version (CEV)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 50 Contemporary English Version (CEV)🕊 https://youtu.be/UA8BoZuco3w Psalm 50 Contemporary English Version (CEV)🕊 (A psalm by Asaph.) What Pleases God🕊 50:1 From east to west,the powerful Lord Godhas been calling togethereveryone on earth.2 God shines brightly from Zion,the most beautiful city. 3 Our God approaches,but not silently;a flaming fire comes first,and a storm surrounds him.4 God comes to judge his people.He shouts to the heavensand to the earth,5 “Call my followers together!They offered me a sacrifice,and we made an agreement.” 6 The heavens announce,“God is the judge,and he is always honest.” 7 My people, I am God!Israel, I am your God.Listen to my chargesagainst you.8 Although … Continue reading Psalm 50 Contemporary English Version (CEV)🕊

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Psalm 36 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 36 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊 https://youtu.be/0OBRvxrzhqs Psalm 36 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊 How Precious Is Your Steadfast Love🕊 To the choirmaster. Of David, the servant of the Lord. 36:1 Transgression speaks to the wickeddeep in his heart;there is no fear of Godbefore his eyes.2 For he flatters himself in his own eyesthat his iniquity cannot be found out and hated.3 The words of his mouth are trouble and deceit;he has ceased to act wisely and do good.4 He plots trouble while on his bed;he sets himself in a way that is not good;he does not reject evil. 5 Your steadfast love, O Lord, extends to the heavens,your … Continue reading Psalm 36 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊

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Psalm 52 Contemporary English Version (CEV)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 52 Contemporary English Version (CEV)🕊 https://youtu.be/xCmJm8qhQ_M Psalm 52 Contemporary English Version (CEV)🕊 (A special psalm by David for the music leader. He wrote this when Doeg from Edom went to Saul and said, “David has gone to Ahimelech’s house.”) God Is in Control🕊 52:1 You people may be strongand brag about your sins,but God can be trustedday after day.2 You plan brutal crimes,and your lying words cutlike a sharp razor.3 You would rather do evilthan good,and tell liesthan speak the truth.4 You love to say cruel things,and your words are a trap. 5 God will destroy you forever!He will grab you and drag youfrom your … Continue reading Psalm 52 Contemporary English Version (CEV)🕊

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Psalm 121 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 121 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊 https://youtu.be/lUqCDsbzvRY Psalm 121 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊 My Help Comes from the Lord🕊 A Song of Ascents. 121:1 I lift up my eyes to the hills.From where does my help come?2 My help comes from the Lord,who made heaven and earth. 3 He will not let your foot be moved;he who keeps you will not slumber.4 Behold, he who keeps Israelwill neither slumber nor sleep. 5 The Lord is your keeper;the Lord is your shade on your right hand.6 The sun shall not strike you by day,nor the moon by night. 7 The Lord will keep you from all evil;he will … Continue reading Psalm 121 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊

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Psalm 48 Good News Translation (GNT)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 48 Good News Translation (GNT)🕊 https://youtu.be/ZNYpFOOuPmY Psalm 48 Good News Translation (GNT)🕊 Zion, the City of God🕊 48:1 The Lord is great and is to be highly praisedin the city of our God, on his sacred hill.2 Zion, the mountain of God, is high and beautiful;the city of the great king brings joy to all the world.3 God has shown that there is safety with himinside the fortresses of the city. 4 The kings gathered togetherand came to attack Mount Zion.5 But when they saw it, they were amazed;they were afraid and ran away.6 There they were seized with fear and anguish,like a woman about … Continue reading Psalm 48 Good News Translation (GNT)🕊

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Psalm 34 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 34 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊 https://youtu.be/HpnqBlRvumA Psalm 34 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊 The Happiness of Those Who Trust in God🕊 A Psalm of David when he pretended madness before Abimelech, who drove him away, and he departed. 34:1 I will bless the Lord at all times;His praise shall continually be in my mouth.2 My soul shall make its boast in the Lord;The humble shall hear of it and be glad.3 Oh, magnify the Lord with me,And let us exalt His name together. 4 I sought the Lord, and He heard me,And delivered me from all my fears.5 They looked to Him and were radiant,And their … Continue reading Psalm 34 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊

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Psalm 93 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 93 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊 https://youtu.be/10Thx211MR0 Psalm 93 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊 The Lord Reigns🕊 93:1 The Lord reigns; he is robed in majesty; the Lord is robed; he has put on strength as his belt.Yes, the world is established; it shall never be moved.2 Your throne is established from of old; you are from everlasting. 3 The floods have lifted up, O Lord, the floods have lifted up their voice; the floods lift up their roaring.4 Mightier than the thunders of many waters, mightier than the waves of the sea, the Lord on high is mighty! 5 Your decrees are very trustworthy; holiness befits … Continue reading Psalm 93 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊

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Psalm 41 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 41 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊 https://youtu.be/lSOxy4E4Vmw Psalm 41 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊 O Lord, Be Gracious to Me🕊 To the choirmaster. A Psalm of David. 41:1 Blessed is the one who considers the poor! In the day of trouble the Lorddelivers him;2 the Lord protects him and keeps him alive; he is called blessed in the land; you do not give him up to the will of his enemies.3 The Lord sustains him on his sickbed; in his illness you restore him to full health. 4 As for me, I said, “O Lord, be gracious to me; heal me, for I have sinned against you!”5 … Continue reading Psalm 41 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊

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Psalm 18 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 18 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊 https://youtu.be/3-l2T4q7uQY Psalm 18 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊 God the Sovereign Savior🕊 To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David the servant of the Lord, who spoke to the Lord the words of this song on the day that the Lorddelivered him from the hand of all his enemies and from the hand of Saul. And he said: 18:1 I will love You, O Lord, my strength.2 The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer;My God, my strength, in whom I will trust;My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.3 I will call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised;So … Continue reading Psalm 18 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊

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Psalm 63 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 63 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊 https://youtu.be/UdS6fFDf170 Psalm 63 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊 Joy in the Fellowship of God🕊 A Psalm of David when he was in the wilderness of Judah. 63:1 O God, You are my God;Early will I seek You;My soul thirsts for You;My flesh longs for YouIn a dry and thirsty landWhere there is no water.2 So I have looked for You in the sanctuary,To see Your power and Your glory. 3 Because Your lovingkindness is better than life,My lips shall praise You.4 Thus I will bless You while I live;I will lift up my hands in Your name.5 My soul shall … Continue reading Psalm 63 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊

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Psalm 49 Contemporary English Version (CEV)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 49 Contemporary English Version (CEV)🕊 https://youtu.be/qzFMikxFW_8 Psalm 49 Contemporary English Version (CEV)🕊 (A psalm for the people of Korah and for the music leader.) Don’t Depend on Wealth🕊 49:1 Everyone on this earth, now listen to what I say!2 Listen, no matter who you are, rich or poor.3 I speak words of wisdom, and my thoughts make sense.4 I have in mind a mystery that I will explain while playing my harp. 5 Why should I be afraid in times of trouble, when I am surrounded by vicious enemies?6 They trust in their riches and brag about all of their wealth.7 You cannot buy back … Continue reading Psalm 49 Contemporary English Version (CEV)🕊

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Psalm 71 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 71 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊 https://youtu.be/MonSOqdyuK4 Psalm 71 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊 God the Rock of Salvation🕊 71:1 In You, O Lord, I put my trust;Let me never be put to shame.2 Deliver me in Your righteousness, and cause me to escape;Incline Your ear to me, and save me.3 Be my strong refuge,To which I may resort continually;You have given the commandment to save me,For You are my rock and my fortress. 4 Deliver me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked,Out of the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man.5 For You are my hope, O Lord God;You are … Continue reading Psalm 71 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊

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Psalm 31 Good News Translation (GNT)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 31 Good News Translation (GNT)🕊 https://youtu.be/2_nsL04oD4w Psalm 31 Good News Translation (GNT)🕊 A Prayer of Trust in God🕊 31:1 I come to you, Lord, for protection; never let me be defeated.You are a righteous God; save me, I pray!2 Hear me! Save me now!Be my refuge to protect me; my defense to save me. 3 You are my refuge and defense; guide me and lead me as you have promised.4 Keep me safe from the trap that has been set for me; shelter me from danger.5 I place myself in your care.You will save me, Lord; you are a faithful God. 6 You hate those … Continue reading Psalm 31 Good News Translation (GNT)🕊

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Psalm 25 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 25 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊 https://youtu.be/C9Jbf5n0wew Psalm 25 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊 Teach Me Your Paths🕊 Of David. 25:1 To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul.2 O my God, in you I trust; let me not be put to shame; let not my enemies exult over me.3 Indeed, none who wait for you shall be put to shame; they shall be ashamed who are wantonly treacherous. 4 Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths.5 Lead me in your truth and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation; for you I wait all the day long. … Continue reading Psalm 25 English Standard Version (ESV)🕊

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Psalm 87 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊

Alicia J. Alexander, MSL

Psalm 87 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊 https://youtu.be/NQMsPbyWNpk Psalm 87 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊 The Glories of the City of God🕊 A Psalm of the sons of Korah. A Song. 87:1 His foundation is in the holy mountains.2 The Lord loves the gates of ZionMore than all the dwellings of Jacob.3 Glorious things are spoken of you,O city of God! Selah 4 “I will make mention of Rahab and Babylon to those who know Me;Behold, O Philistia and Tyre, with Ethiopia:‘This one was born there.’ ” 5 And of Zion it will be said,“This one and that one were born in her;And the Most High … Continue reading Psalm 87 New King James Version (NKJV)🕊