When we read the Psalms, those 150 Old Testament songs, we sometimes ask our pastor; “What in the world does that mean?”
So, taking our curious minds seriously, our pastor decided to start putting those old writings into a format that might make more sense in today’s world.
Pastor is quick to point out that his paraphrase is not a scholarly translation.
He is just using his own interpretation in an attempt to make the Psalms a little more user-friendly.
Read some, let us know what you think.
Note: These Psalms follow the Revised Common Lectionary, which follows a prescribed three-year cycle of readings; they are not a numerical order.
11/06/22 All Saints Day Psalm 149, paraphrased by Pastor William God, you are the greatest! It’s time to sing a new song, praising God together. Let us all honor our Creator, let us all claim God as our king. Let us use dance to praise God, use musical instruments too. God takes delight in […]
10/30/22 Reformation Sunday Psalm 46, paraphrased by Pastor William With God, there is nothing to fear; even if the earth shakes, or the winds howl, or the seas rise; for God is with us. Those who don’t know God are in trouble; they stumble and fall, they stir up fear and hatred, they […]
10/23/22 20th Sunday after Pentecost Psalm 84:1-7, paraphrased by Pastor William You’ve got the greatest house, O God of us all. There is no place I would rather be, than at home with you; singing and laughing in your presence. Birds of every kind, find a place to nest; they […]
10/16/22 19th Sunday after Pentecost Psalm 121, paraphrased by Pastor William I look for it, look far and wide; where is my help? There it is; help comes from God, who made everything! God will keep you from tripping; God watches through the night. God keeps watch over us all, […]
10/09/22 18th Sunday after Pentecost Psalm 111, paraphrased by Pastor William God you are the greatest! My heart is full of praise for you. Everyone who pays attention, see’s the wonders of God. God does great stuff, God is righteous. God’s character is infamous; full of grace and mercy. God […]
10/02/22 17th Sunday after Pentecost Psalm 37:1-9, paraphrased by Pastor William Stop fussing and being envious; good things happen to bad people too. That is not a reward for their behavior; rain falls on good and evil alike. Stay focused on what matters; continue to do good. Remember God loves you; […]
09/25/22 16th Sunday after Pentecost Psalm 146, paraphrased by Pastor William God you are the greatest! You rock my world! I will praise you as long as I live; all my life I’ll sing of your glory. Government leaders aren’t in charge, they are mere humans. When they take their […]
09/18/22 15th Sunday after Pentecost Psalm 113, paraphrased by Pastor William God you are the greatest! We will tell everyone. Starting right now, we will sing of your greatness. All day and everywhere, we will sing of your greatness. We will give you the right place; you are number one. […]
09/11/22 14th Sunday after Pentecost Psalm 51:1-10, paraphrased by Pastor William Oh God, I need your compassion, I need your abundant love. Make me clean, for I am filthy, sometimes my actions stink. We both know what I have done, If I’m honest, I’m reminded, that I could have […]
09/04/22 13th Sunday after Pentecost Psalm 1, paraphrased by Pastor William Joy-filled are those who ignore the naysayers, who stay off the beaten path of evil, who don’t re-post internet trolls. No, the joy-filled follow God’s way of love; thinking about it day and night. They are like well-cared for trees; […]
