Saturday Psalm Series: An Introduction to Psalm 88

Light in the Midst of Darkness

O LORD, God of my salvation, I cry out day and night before you. Psalm 88:1 In Medio Tenebras Lux On June 5, 2022, terrorists attacked St. Francis Catholic Church in Nigeria. Dozens of worshippers were killed, and the priest himself was kidnapped. . . . Continue reading →

Saturday Psalm Series: Psalm 88 (Part 1)—Light in the Midst of Darkness

Do Not Forget the Darkness

We live in an age of emotions or feelings. Many questions in life are centered around our emotions. How does your job make you feel? How do you feel about family time? What makes you feel happy? How can you stop having . . . Continue reading →

Saturday Psalm Series: Psalm 88 (Part 2)—Light in the Midst of Darkness

Light from the Outset

In C. S. Lewis’ The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, there is a moment when the ship is approaching the Dark Island and all aboard find themselves in fear and despair. As the darkness enfolds them, we are told that Lucy whispers, . . . Continue reading →

Saturday Psalm Series: Psalm 88 (Part 6): Light in the Midst of Darkness

And the Darkness Has Not Overcome It—Our Savior’s Soliloquy

In the previous articles, we have considered the immensity of darkness. First, we saw the importance of prayer in the Psalm 88’s opening. No matter what darkness we face, we can always call upon our Lord. Then, we focused on the intensity . . . Continue reading →

Saturday Psalm Series: Psalm 88 (Part 8): Light in the Midst of Darkness

After Darkness Light

The Encouraging Aftermath (Psalms 88-92) Throughout the previous articles on Psalm 88 we have considered how light can be found in the midst of darkness. Yet, in this concluding article, we will return to the well-known phrase of the Reformation, “after darkness . . . Continue reading →