The Psalms: Jesus's Prayer Book

[@EdScott-p9i]

I am a retired Lutheran pastor. I stumbled across these books online a number of weeks ago, and ordered them after a day or two of research on them. I use them everyday as part of my daily office in the morning. Instead of doing several psalms each day, i use only two. One is for praying, and the other is for a deeper dive. Since the books break the psalms down into sections, I spend several days on each psalm (one section/say). I am currently doing the psalms of the crucifixion -- Psalms 22-31. I am currently working through Psalm 24. Good review of very worthwhile and useful books, especially the emphasis on the psalms as Jesus Prayer Book. Thanks to Dr. Webster.

[@timwildsmith]

Love this!

[@jocelyn3212]

Tim, you should definitely go through the psalms on your KZbin channel as a mini side series. I really enjoyed listening to your take on the prodigal son and would love to listen to your thoughts as you go through the psalms!

[@flowerlass]

If you love these books on the Psalms, you need to read his book on the Parables, entitled "The Parables." He has several other books, too, that are terrific.

[@timwildsmith]

Thanks!

[@mattconstance2196]

Psalm 13 is a special and relevant verse in my journey. This book seems like a really great resource.

[@bobmcintyre2230]

I bought these earlier this year and agree they are wonderful. A great resource for anyone interested in studying the Psalms.

[@timwildsmith]

Glad you like them!

[@lindamascioli4518]

Ordered and will find useful as part of morning bible reading and Daily Office routine--the Daily Office contained in the Book of Common Prayer covers the entire Psalter; all 150 Psalms are read every 30 days...so similar to your thoughts...I plan to use these commentaries to do a deep dive into the particular psalm chosen through the Daily Office to enhance both my knowledge and understanding; appreciation and reflection upon that particular day's reading. Thanks! (Postscript: I have found these volumes to be excellent and would most likely never have heard about them but for Tim Wildsmith. This is indeed a great companion guide to the Daily Office and personal devotional time. Read the selected Psalm(s), then open "The Psalms Jesus' Prayer Book" to discover more about that Psalm, then re-reading the Psalm with greater appreciation and insight. Thank you Tim!)

[@timwildsmith]

Great idea!

[@jbdalton21]

Have this series on the Psalms, and many of Douglas Websters other books. We have gifted at least 10 sets to friends since it was published. Highly recommend to those who want to dig deeper into the Psalms.

[@timwildsmith]

Awesome!

[@littlemama4two]

Oh wow! That is awesome! That is actually something I would really enjoy using & I love the idea of a Psalm a day using these books! Thx for the review!!

[@timwildsmith]

You are so welcome!

[@charlaynec1170]

Good morning people of God

[@denisemaryott6014]

I would like to understand the Psalms better and I am very grateful that you chose to review these books. I value your opinion and I purchased The Old and New Testament Handbooks after your review of them. I also purchased the Every Woman's Bible after that review and it is now my every day Bible. I have now placed this set of Psalms in my wish list.

[@MarynaMoolman]

Sounds very interesting. Would love to read these.

[@glennosjv]

These look great, I will check them out! If you do embark on that project though Tim I think you’ll need more than that one day on Psalm 119 ! In my tradition the psalm are the bulk of Our prayer life so this is exciting!

[@paulfelix5713]

How many pages on Psalm 119?

[@jamesshelton2179]

Ordered! Thank you for reviewing this!

[@donaldsproson2494]

Thanks Tim, the Psalms are precious and this commentary series seems to warm the heart. I have just ordered the book from Nelson C H Spurgeon and the Psalms.

[@WilliamWatsonBirch]

Hahahahahaha . . . toilet seat . . . I can't even . . .😆. Thank you for bringing this set to my attention. As an Anglican, and one who loves the Book of Common Prayer, I definitely want this set on Israel's Hymn / Prayer Book! Thank you, brother-pastor Tim!

[@timsaco4793]

I love the Psalms and look forward to checking these out!

[@s.annehancock730]

Wonderful review Tim! More of these types of book reviews and how you use these resources, please. Thank you!

[@timwildsmith]

You got it!

[@stephaniehopkinsartist]

Thank you for the review! Definitely going to check out these books.

[@timwildsmith]

You're so welcome!

[@thesalsalthe]

thanks for this presentation Tim, I just ordered the set through your Amazon link, looking forward to receiving them, I will also explore this author further and consider other recommendations within the comments such as Parables.

[@lauracaballero940]

Thank you for sharing your review. I’ve just ordered the set through your Amazon link. I’m just an old lady who loves scripture and will certainly enjoy studying the Psalms using this set of books.

[@timwildsmith]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@lauracaballero940]

@@timwildsmith Today, I received the four volume set. A beautiful quote from the preface, “There is a rhythm to the worship of the Psalms that alternates between the dark night of the soul and Yahweh’s faithfulness, which is new every morning.”

[@ScotSchieferstein]

My wife and I worked nearly 20 years for Kregel (she was an Editor and I managed the Used Books division before its closure) so it was nice to see one of their publications get such a great review from you. . . . and I look forward to obtaining a set at some point. I was never asked for a toilet seat while at Kregel Used Books but i did take a phone call once asking what kinds of beer we sold. 😂

[@timwildsmith]

Very cool, Scot... and you know, "Kregel" does sound like it could be the name name of a beer!

[@ScotSchieferstein]

😂 or it was my last name (Schieferstein) . . . but Grand Rapids has apparently become the micro-brew capital of the U.S. 😮

[@Catherine-2023]

I've ordered them as well as the word biblical commentary's ones. I wanted to study the psalms and I hope it will help me. Looking forward to receiving them. I also like this kind of review a lot

[@pastorjoeldavis]

Had been looking at this series. Thanks for the review. Ordered.

[@timwildsmith]

Enjoy!

[@dalekleinheksel2003]

Thanks for this review. I just ordered the set. Looking forward to getting into the Psalms.

[@timwildsmith]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@kimgoodson1969]

Thank you for the review! I’m going to check this out.

[@timwildsmith]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@pattimachugs1945]

I enjoyed this video and have wanted something to help me through the Psalms. I think you should review other Christian books also if it is something like this one that you really like.

[@bryanasands]

I love how you emphasized that the author emphasized “Jesus’ prayer book!”

[@j-riginal3324]

I nominate myself to get the CSB Notetaking Bible for my youth pastor or myself if he doesn't want it. He typically uses the ESV most of the time so I don't know if he'll take it or not; but if I win it I'll be sure to put it to good use because I believe that notetakers are world changers and history makers!!!🕊🔥🙏❤😇

[@markouellette788]

Another super-review. I see they are available in Logos but I will wait till they go on sale. I fully support your idea about going through the Psalms. That could be an idea for a membership add-on or a Patreon membership. I am sure there are enough of us who would love to go through this journey with you and experience the Psalms through your words.

[@timwildsmith]

Good call!

[@twilagitschlag5662]

Very interesting

[@karenpiete6970]

Got my ordered! I love the Psalms! Thanks for sharing this with us!

[@timwildsmith]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@Bazza1025b]

Psalms: Jesus’ Prayer Book - Who wouldn’t want psalm of that? 🎉

[@sluggo562]

Would not the correct grammar be "Jesus' prayer book?"

[@timwildsmith]

Either is acceptable. Some style guides, such as the Chicago Manual of Style, recommend that you use an apostrophe *and* an S to create the possessive form of a singular noun.

[@missinglink_eth]

I mean a lot of people do read books sitting on a toilet seat. I’ll bet many will read this comment from that very place 😂

[@pineapplebun8]

This is hilarious. Great comment!

[@ubespam5477]

How’d you know?!🚽

[@timwildsmith]

Hahahaha!

[@aranza1221]

😂😂😂😂

[@Vanisha-ho4sk]

I can't believe I'm reading this sitting exactly in that place. Wow 😅