What is a Psalm Sprint?
The Psalm Sprint is an on-demand Bible reading methodology. Take the current day of the month and read the corresponding Psalm from the Bible (version your choice). Then add thirty to the day and read that Psalm. Continue this until count exceeds one hundred and fifty – the last Psalm. E.g. Today is
January 28th, so you would read Psalms 28, 58, 88, 118 and 148. You will always have five Psalms to read except for the 31st of those months with 31 days.
Why do a Psalm Sprint?
The Psalm Sprint will definitely pick you if you are at all feeling in need of some spiritual encouragement. As you read you will identify with the complaining, mourning, appealing, praying and thanksgiving chronicled. This is an augment to, not a replacement for, your daily Bible reading – use one of the many good read the complete Bible in a year guides that are available. But sometimes we need a boost, like the athlete that consumes extra calories as part of their training regimen.
How fast is the “sprint” in the Psalm Sprint?
The term “sprint” has more to do with volume of material read rather than the velocity of the actual reading. Give yourself whatever time you need to consider the thoughts being expressed. Underline, highlight and journal what you hear God speaking to you. You should find a continuity and correlation in the Psalms’ contents.
Will the Psalm Sprint really work?
Do not underestimate the power of God’s Word. It is the principal way we gain insight into the mind and heart of God. Remember that His thoughts are not our thoughts and His ways are not our ways, naturally speaking. The Bible tells us His foolishness (a term used just to help us to understand) exceeds the loftiest wisdom of man. God’s Spirit speaking through God’s Word can give you:
· Wisdom to make the right decisions
· Grace to endure in difficult circumstances
· Clear thinking to speak the right words in the right way
I guarantee that we will all face difficult circumstances. The Psalm Sprint can be one of your tools to find God’s way through. Give it a try.
