In the Lord I Take Refuge: Daily Devotions Through the Psalms with Dane Ortlund Psalm 130 - My Soul Waits for the Lord
Oct 31, 2025
The discussion revolves around Psalm 130, emphasizing hope and the theme of redemption. The speaker shares the profound message of God's unwavering love and the concept of complete redemption for Israel. A compelling personal testimony from John Owen highlights how this Psalm provided comfort during his afflictions. Listeners are encouraged to pray Psalm 130 and embrace God's forgiveness, reinforced by the assurance of being safe in Christ and redeemed from their imperfections.
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John Owen’s Transforming Encounter
- John Owen told of being brought to the mouth of the grave and finding relief in Psalm 130 after severe affliction.
- His recovery led him to preach immediately about forgiveness and drawing near to God through Christ.
Pray and Memorize Psalm 130
- Pray Psalm 130 and meditate on its truths until they sink into your soul.
- Use the psalm to confront sin, receive assurance of forgiveness, and draw near to God through Christ.
Forgiveness Is a Present, Proven Reality
- Psalm 130 presents God’s love and redemption as sure realities proved in Christ and the cross.
- Sin may cloud awareness of that love, but it cannot erase the reality of God's full forgiveness.
