Instructions:

Read the verses in the columns below. When you find a verse that speaks to your current situation, click on it to view the whole psalm and some instructions for praying through Psalms.

“Blessed are all who take refuge in him.” (Psalm 2:12b, NIV)

“In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.” (Psalm 4:8, NIV)

“My shield is God Most High, who saves the upright in heart.” (Psalm 7:10, NIV)

“You, Lord, hear the desire of the afflicted; you encourage them, and you listen to their cry.” (Psalm 10:17, NIV)

“But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation.” (Psalm 13:5, NIV)

“I call on you, my God, for you will answer me; turn your ear to me and hear my prayer.” (Psalm 17:6, NIV)

“My eyes are ever on the Lord, for only he will release my feet from the snare.” (Psalm 25:15, NIV)

“The Lord is the strength of his people, a fortress of salvation for his anointed one.” (Psalm 28:8, NIV)

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” (Psalm 34:18, NIV)

“But now, Lord, what do I look for? My hope is in you.” (Psalm 39:7, NIV)

“I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the Lord sustains me.” (Psalm 3:5, NIV)

“Lead me, Lord, in your righteousness because of my enemies– make your way straight before me.” (Psalm 5:8, NIV)

“The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.” (Psalm 9:9, NIV)

“You, Lord, will keep the needy safe and will protect us forever from the wicked.” (Psalm 12:7, NIV)

“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” (Psalm 23:4, NIV)

“For in the day of trouble he will keep me safe in his dwelling; he will hide me in the shelter of his sacred tent and set me high upon a rock.” (Psalm 27:5, NIV)

“My times are in your hands; deliver me from the hands of my enemies, from those who pursue me.” (Psalm 31:15, NIV)

“The Lord helps them and delivers them; he delivers them from the wicked and saves them, because they take refuge in him.” (Psalm 37:40, NIV)