The book of Psalms was the Israelite hymnbook, and many of our hymns are derived from them. In August 2022, I wrote a series of blog posts connecting some of the Psalms with sacred music and with related Book of Mormon passages. Here is a list of those posts:
The Lord Is My Light
Based on: Psalm 27 Core message: Some hymns represent a personal testimony, even though we sing them as a group. “The Lord is my light,” not “The Lord is the light.” Related Book of Mormon…
Read the full blog postMy Shepherd
Based on: Psalm 23 Core message: Jesus is the good shepherd (John 10:11). He provides gentle leadership. It is up to us whether we will follow Him. Related Book of Mormon passages: Alma 5:60, Helaman…
Read the full blog postMy Fortress
Based on: Psalm 46 Core message: “God is our refuge…a very present help in time of trouble.” He is not distant and detached. He is aware of us and willing to help.. Related Book of…
Read the full blog postThe King of Glory Shall Come In
Based on: Psalm 24 Core message: We can feel joy today because of a future event that is certain to happen. We need not wait until the event occurs to feel that happiness. Related Book…
Read the full blog postLift Up Your Heads, O Ye Gates, from Messiah by George Frederic Handel
When I Consider Thy Heavens
Based on: Psalm 8 Core message: Interacting with God’s creations fills us with a sense of awe and wonder. Related Book of Mormon passage: Alma 30:44
Read the full blog postWe Love Thy House
Based on: Psalm 26 Core message: We long to be in sacred spaces because we look forward to being in God’s presence. Related Book of Mormon passages: 2 Nephi 12, 2 Nephi 19:2-3
Read the full blog postCast Thy Burden Upon the Lord
Based on: Psalm 55 Core message: God will ease our burdens as we draw nearer to Him. Even if He doesn’t take them away, He can make them seem light. Related Book of Mormon passages: Mosiah 24:14-15, Alma 33:23
Read the full blog postAges
Based on: Psalm 90 Core message: We have to expand our perspective, even beyond our own lifetime, if we want to understand God better. Related Book of Mormon passage: Moroni 10:3
Read the full blog postSweet Is the Work
Based on: Psalm 92 Core message: Simplifying our service will increase our happiness. Related Book of Mormon passage: Alma 29:9
Read the full blog postAll the Ends of the Earth
Based on: Psalm 98 Core message: The entire world benefits from the Savior’s light, even non-believers. We all have reason to rejoice. Related Book of Mormon passages: Mosiah 12:24, Mosiah 15:18-31
Read the full blog postThe Rock of Our Salvation
Based on: Psalm 89 Core message: When we focus more fully on Jesus Christ, we build on a secure foundation. Related Book of Mormon passages: 2 Nephi 4:30, 2 Nephi 9:45
Read the full blog postHow Lovely Is Thy Dwelling-place
Based on: Psalm 84 Core message: Holy places on earth can prepare us to return to God’s presence. Related Book of Mormon passage: Mosiah 2:41
Read the full blog postAll Creatures
Based on: Psalm 148 Core message: The more fully we embrace our identity as sons and daughters of God, the more of a connection we feel with His other creations. Related Book of Mormon passages: Mosiah 28:3, Alma 18:28-36, Alma 22:10-13
Read the full blog postA Lamp Unto My Feet
Based on: Psalm 119:105 Core message: God sometimes lights the path just in front of our feet, showing us only the next step we should take. Related Book of Mormon passage: 1 Nephi 4:6
Read the full blog post“O, My Soul”
Based on: Psalm 103:1-5 Core message: We can praise God collectively, but the choice to participate is an individual one which we must each make. Related Book of Mormon passage: 2 Nephi 4:28, 30
Read the full blog postO Be Joyful
Based on: Psalm 100 Core message: The gospel can bring pure joy into our lives if we will just get out of our own way and let it happen. Related Book of Mormon passages: 1 Nephi 1:15, 2 Nephi 9:3, 2 Nephi 11:8
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