Some of My Best Friends Are Psalms

Colm Wilkinson, best known for his starring roles in the musical productions of Phantom of the Opera and Les Miserables, is also a talented singer-song writer. His latest album is entitled Some of My Best Friends Are Songs.

I'd like to use his title--with a slight change: some of my best friends are Psalms.

Once you get to know the Psalms, you'll visit them often. Like a good friend, they can encourage you when you feel down. Feeling frustrated about how things in your life are going? Dip into the Psalms. You'll find a Heavenly Father who is on your side. Maybe you're feeling especially blessed. The Psalms provide wonderful patterns for praise and prayers of thanksgiving.

In your reading for the New Year, put Psalms on your list. Which is your favourite? Where do you turn in times of trouble or temptation? Which Psalm best expresses your praise in times of victory?

Befriend the Psalms. Climb the heights. Sing the Songs.