Psalms: Chapters 131-140

September 7, 2024 Becky

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Psalms: Chapters 131-140 | Awe-Inspiring Scripture from the book of Psalms! | Open your Bible and fill your heart today!

So many wonderful Bible verses can be found in the book of Psalms! Verses to meditate on, inspire and uplift a soul, and totally get a heart pumping full of majestic joy. AND…I wanted to share the ones that speak truth into my heart, fill me up with gladness, and keep me singing praise to the King of kings.

Although, I do highly recommend each heart take the time needed to journey through this book of the Bible on their own I pray the verses I share will be an encouragement to those that read through them! I also pray these verses I share will ignite a flame of desire in the hearts of many to open up their Bibles and fill up on the powerful words Psalms offers.

Friends, God’s Word is alive and active!!! Every bit of the Bible is useful, and it’s up to each one of us to dig in and fill up. So without further ado, it’s time to dig into Psalms: Chapters 131-140!

Psalms: Chapters 131-140

Are you ready to fill your heart with some awe-inspiring Bible verses?!? Below you’ll find 10 scripture passages found in Psalms: Chapters 131-140. I pray they help encourage and inspire you just as much as they did me!! They are verses you can rejoice in, meditate on, and praise the Lord with.

Friends, fill your heart with God’s splendor and wonder-working ways! Let the book of Psalms flood your soul. Get excited and be uplifted!!! God’s awesome, divine nature shines through in every single Psalm found in the Bible, and we have access 24/7. Filling up on God’s goodness is ours for the taking every single day we are alive, friends!!!

It’s all about A HEART FILLED! So, fill up!!!

Awe-Inspiring Scripture Found In Psalms: Chapters 131-140

Side Note – I’ve referenced all the verses using the NLT version, but I love exploring different translations so I encourage you to find your favorite translation for each. May you delight in your search!

(1) Psalms 131:1

Inspirational wisdom from David! God’s got everything under control, friends. All we need to do is be content and put our trust in Him. It’s all about perspective! So, let go of pride and just be humble.

“Lord, my heart is not proud; my eyes are not haughty. I don’t concern myself with matters too great or too awesome for me to grasp.”
Psalms 131:1 (NLT)

(2) Psalms 132:17

David’s mighty descendant this verse is talking about is JESUS. (Matthew 1:1-17) And, He’s the LIGHT OF THE WORLD, friends!!

“Here I will increase the power of David; My anointed One will be a light for My people.”
Psalms 132:17 (NLT)

(3) Psalms 133:3

I love this verse!!! The words flow so beautifully. The words found in this verse sets my heart at peace.

“Harmony is as refreshing as the dew from Mount Hermon that falls on the mountains of Zion. And there the Lord has pronounced His blessing, even life everlasting.”
Psalms 133:3 (NLT)

(4) Psalms 134:1-3

There’s just something special about praising and worshiping the Lord, friends!! He is worthy! (Ephesians 1:1-8)

“Oh, praise the Lord, all you servants of the Lord, you who serve at night in the house of the Lord. Lift your hands toward the sanctuary, and praise the Lord. May the Lord, who made Heaven and Earth, bless you from Jerusalem.”
Psalms 134:1-3 (NLT)

(5) Psalms 135:3

This wonderful news – the Lord is good – is intertwined throughout the entire book of Psalms! What a wonderful reason to praise His holy name!

“Praise the Lord, for the Lord is good; celebrate His lovely name with music.”
Psalms 135:3 (NLT)

(6) Psalms 136:1

Give thanks in everything – a beautiful, inspiring theme found throughout this entire Psalm. A repetition that’s not only inspiring, but super impactful and filled with purpose!!

“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! His faithful love endures forever.”
Psalms 136:1 (NLT)

(7) Psalms 137:1-2

This Psalm is a great prayer reminder for us! When sorrow, grief, and tragedy strike it can be hard to look past the pain, but there is always hope because a joyful tune will begin again. When need to take our cares to the Lord, and pour our hearts out at His feet, remembering this too shall pass. There is joy with Jesus, friends!!!

“Beside the rivers of Babylon, we sat and wept as we thought of Jerusalem. We put away our harps, hanging them on the branches of poplar trees.”
Psalms 137:1-2 (NLT)

(8) Psalms 138:3

Just a verse to back up what we just found in Psalm 137!!! Prayer is the answer, friends!!!

“As soon as I pray, You answer me; You encourage me by giving me strength.”
Psalms 138:3 (NLT)

(9) Psalms 139:5, 17-18

Oh, if we could all just read these verses over and over again for the first time each and every day! What power these verses hold!!

“(5)You go before me and follow me. You place Your hand of blessing on my head. (17)How precious are Your thoughts about me, O God. They cannot be numbered! (18)I can’t even count them; they outnumber the grains of sand! And when I wake up, You are still with me!”
Psalms 139:5, 17-18 (NLT)

(10) Psalms 140:7

This speaks of God’s amazing, powerful nature!! What a beautiful picture it paints for us. Because God is sovereign He is supreme over all!!! His strength and power stretch beyond anything we can even comprehend. He is Lord of lords, King of kings, Almighty God!!!!

“O Sovereign Lord, the strong One who rescued me, You protected me on the day of battle.”
Psalms 140:7 (NLT)

My Prayer For You…

Friends, I pray these verses will encourage, strengthen, and uplift you today!! I pray you allow the Holy Spirit to intervene in your life and show you just how amazing you are in His eyes. I pray you got filled, excited, and are able to keep the worship going strong all week long!

Open Your Bible & Fill Your Heart

The book of Psalms does wonders to a heart. If you haven’t read through it lately, or maybe you’ve never read it at all, I’m the one in the stands shouting out to you…OPEN YOUR BIBLE & FILL YOUR HEART!! Psalms is a great place to start, friends!! Whether you’re looking for a place to get started on a Bible reading journey, or just seeking out some guidance and much needed help, open up to the middle of your Bible and dig in. Psalms will stir your heart, set you straight, and brighten your day!!