This week, our focus is forming consistency in prayer by letting Scripture shape our words, specifically through the Psalms.
The weekly task is simple and repeatable:
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The Daily Practice
Each day this week:
- Choose one Psalm (any Psalm, you decide).
- Pray it slowly, verse by verse, using the method described by Tim Keller on page 255 of his book on Prayer.
- Move through the Psalm this way: Scripture first, then prayer.
Thatâs it. I will throw an example based on Kellerâs description in the comment section.
âąď¸ How This Fits Into Your Prayer Rhythm
Aim for ~30 minutes daily focused prayer (including meditation on scripture, free prayer, and silence).
Continue praying briefly:
- Upon waking
- Before meals
- Before beginning work
- Before sleep
đ¨If you are struggling with these habits, take this week to reset and just focus on praying one Psalm a day along with our group.
đ Reflection (Optional but Powerful)
As you go:
- Journal what the Psalm teaches you about God
- Journal what it reveals about you
- Note how your thoughts and emotions shift before, during, and after prayer
đŹ DAILY ACCOUNTABILITY (This Is Key)
Each day, comment in this thread with the Psalm you prayed.
- Minimum requirement: đ Just post the Psalm number (e.g., Psalm 27)
- Optional (encouraged): What stood out, What you prayed, Why that Psalm mattered today
This isnât about depth competitions. Itâs about showing up daily and encouraging one another by example.
đ Formation Questions to Keep in Mind
- How do the Psalms give language to both joy and lament?
- Which Psalm best reflects where you are spiritually right now?
- How do the Psalms train emotional honesty before God?
Letâs flood this thread daily with Psalms.
đ Drop todayâs Psalm below.