The Psalms can be very helpful, but they can also be hard. Following on from The Way of the Righteous in the Muck of Life and Slogging Along the Paths of Righteousness, Dale Ralph Davis delves into Psalms 25 to 37. Using his own recognisable humour and razor-sharp observations these expositions help us to engage with the conflict in these twelve psalms.
It is Ralph Davis at his best. Brilliant exposition punctuated by apt historical illustrations, pertinent quotations, home spun stories, personal honesty and delicious use of language.
-- David Carmichael (Minister, Abbeygreen Church, Lesmahagow, Scotland)The treasure of this book is the way Dr. Davis skillfully walks his readers through the ancient words and literary styles of these Psalms into a grander view of the covenant-keeping God and a fuller understanding of his care for His people.
-- Emily Woodard (Director of Women's Ministry, First Presbyterian Church, Columbia, South Carolina)This accessible but profound study of the Psalms has warmed my heart and made me thankful again for the greater gift of Christ our King. There is gold on every page and comfort in each chapter. Once again we are all in Dale Ralph Davis' debt for his scholarship presented with humility and his ministry fulfilled so faithfully.
-- David Gibson (Assistant Minister, High Church, Hilton, Aberdeen)In this work of exposition, Davis again shows how unchanging God's Word is, and how sufficient He is to meet us in whatever trial we face. Davis has a gift for bringing the word to bear in clear and crisp ways. This book does just that-and it's another gift to God's people from Dr. Davis.
-- Courtney Reissig (Author of 'Teach Me to Feel: Worshipping Through the Psalms in Every Season of Life')Davis joins hands with the sacred songwriter in beckoning us to employ our grittiest grief, formidable fears, principle praises and staunchest certainties as we pour out our hearts into the bosom of God. ... if you are trudging arduously before the oppressive presence of evil and darkness, you will find this book a true friend!
-- Michael W. Philliber (Senior Pastor, Heritage Presbyterian Church (PCA), Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)Ralph Davis loves baseball. Well, this exposition of Psalms 25-37 is not only a home run, but a grand slam home run. Christians love to read the Old Testament Psalms, but we often struggle to grasp the flow and meaning of the text. Ralph pulls back the veil and helps us to see the height, depth, length and breadth of the love of Yahweh for His people in all ages of the church. This exposition will provide fuel for the souls of those who read it.
-- David Jussely (Adjunct Professor, Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson, Mississippi and Associate Pastor, First Presbyterian Church, Hattiesburg, Mississippi)