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EPISODE · Jun 2, 2026 · 13 MIN

Where Can You See God? In Creation, Scripture, and Everyday Life | Psalms 17–19

from Word for Word: The Bible · host Kevin Mooneyhan

In today's episode, we journey through Psalms 17–19, where David moves from a personal plea for protection to a powerful celebration of God's deliverance and a breathtaking reflection on God's revelation through creation and Scripture. Psalm 17 reveals David's confidence in God's justice as he asks to be kept as "the apple of Your eye" and sheltered under God's wings. In Psalm 18, David praises God as his rock, fortress, and deliverer, recounting how the Lord rescued him from overwhelming enemies. Psalm 19 shifts our focus to the heavens declaring God's glory and the perfection of God's Word, showing how God speaks through both creation and Scripture. Today's reading reminds us that God hears our prayers, protects His people, reveals Himself through the world around us, and guides us through His Word. Key Themes: • Trusting God for protection and justice • God as our rock, fortress, and deliverer • Remembering God's faithfulness in times of trouble • The glory of God revealed in creation • The perfection and wisdom of God's Word • Living with a heart and mind pleasing to God Key Verses: • Psalm 17:8 — "Keep me as the apple of your eye; hide me in the shadow of your wings." • Psalm 18:2 — "The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer." • Psalm 19:1 — "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands." • Psalm 19:14 — "May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer." Thank you for listening to Word for Word: The Bible with Kevin Mooneyhan. If this podcast is helping you grow in your understanding of Scripture, please consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing it with others. Bible reading: Psalms 17–19  

In this episode of Word for Word: The Bible, we explore Psalms 17–19, where David cries out for God’s protection, celebrates God’s deliverance, and reflects on how God reveals Himself through creation and His Word. Discover what it means to trust God as your refuge, see His glory declared in the heavens, and find wisdom, joy, and guidance in Scripture. These powerful psalms remind us that God hears our prayers, protects His people, and continually speaks to us through both the world He created and the Word He has given. Join Kevin Mooneyhan as we continue our Bible in a Year journey through the book of Psalms, uncovering timeless truths about faith, prayer, God’s protection, and His revelation to humanity.

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