Day 55: Praise and the Righteous King

Today’s Reading: Psalms 66–75

Date: Sunday, 24th August 2025

The Story Behind the Story

These psalms echo with loud praise for God’s mighty deeds, while also wrestling with His justice in the face of evil.

Psalm 66 begins with a call to “shout for joy to God, all the earth!”—celebrating His awesome works of deliverance. Psalm 67 turns the focus to the nations, praying for God’s blessing so that His ways may be known in all the earth. Psalm 68 recounts God’s majestic march as the Defender of the helpless and the victorious King.

The later psalms (69–71) highlight David’s personal cries for rescue, with Psalm 69 foreshadowing Christ’s suffering and rejection. Psalm 72 points forward to the reign of the righteous King—a messianic vision of a ruler who defends the poor, crushes oppression, and reigns with justice and peace. Psalm 73, written by Asaph, wrestles with the prosperity of the wicked, but finds resolution in God’s presence: “Whom have I in heaven but You?” The section closes in Psalm 75 with confidence that God is Judge over all the earth.

Reading Instructions

Read Psalms 66–75 with both joy and honesty—celebrate God’s victories, but also pay attention to the laments. Linger on Psalm 72 as a picture of Christ’s kingdom and on Psalm 73 as a reminder that God Himself is our ultimate treasure. Ask yourself: Do I find my security in God’s justice and my joy in His presence?

Guided Devotional

1. Who Is God?

• The Mighty Deliverer – He works wonders for His people and all the nations (Psalm 66).

• The Righteous King – He reigns with justice, defending the poor and oppressed (Psalm 72).

• My Portion Forever – He is the ultimate treasure, more than wealth or success (Psalm 73).

2. What Are the Ways of God?

• He Blesses to Make His Name Known – His people are blessed to be a blessing (Psalm 67).

• He Defends the Helpless – A father to the fatherless and protector of widows (Psalm 68).

• He Judges with Righteousness – He humbles the proud and lifts up the humble (Psalm 75).

3. What Is His Character?

• Powerful and Victorious – He scatters His enemies and reigns forever.

• Compassionate and Just – He cares for the weak and delivers the needy.

• Faithful and Near – He is our strength even when the wicked seem to prosper.

Golden Nugget

God’s blessings are not only for our comfort—they are for the revelation of His glory among the nations. His reign is righteous, His justice unshakable, and His presence our greatest treasure.

Prayer

Lord, I praise You for Your mighty works and Your steadfast love. Teach me to see beyond temporary circumstances and to treasure Your presence above all. May my life reflect Your justice, my lips declare Your praise, and my steps walk in Your righteousness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Activation Challenge

• Psalm 67 Living: Share one way God has blessed you recently and give Him glory for it.

• Psalm 72 Reflection: Pray for leaders in your nation to reflect God’s justice and compassion.

• Psalm 73 Practice: Write down one way you will choose God over worldly success this week.

Next Reading:

Day 56 – Psalms 76–85

From songs of God’s awe-inspiring power to prayers for revival, these psalms call us to revere His greatness and cry out for His restoring presence.