Joy #31: Express Yourself!

After we finished the previous lesson about joy in the Psalms, we spent our group sharing time reading each other Psalms that we had written... not masterpieces of literary art. Just expressions of our own thoughts to the Lord. Why don't you take some time to do the same? Here's a boost...

The Psalms are full of creative expressions through literary devices:
Invitation: "You godly ones, shout for joy!"

Simile: "You protect them as a shield"

Instruction: "Don't be like an unintelligent mule!"

Contrast: "An evil person suffers much pain, but the Lord's faithfulness overwhelms those who trust in Him."

Imagery: "Planted in the Lord's house, they grow in the courts of the Lord."

Emotional Language: "My heart and entire being shout for joy to God."

Geography: "I mention Rahab and Babylon to my followers

Quotations: "The Lord writes... 'This one was born here.'

Requests: "Reveal your light and your faithfulness!"

What facets of God's character and works have you most seen manifest over the last week/month of your life? Write out your thoughts to Him today!