Help Me Teach The Bible

Mark Futato on Psalms (Re-release)

Oct 29, 2020

Learn about the significance of teaching Psalms effectively with Mark Futato, the Robert L. Maclellan professor of Old Testament. Topics include the organization of Psalms, teaching strategies, the emotional depth of Psalms, and singing Psalms about Jesus. Recommended resources for further study are also shared.

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Quick takeaways

Rooting teaching in personal experiences adds depth and authenticity to lessons.

Psalm 104 celebrates the glory and orderliness of God's creation, promoting reverence.

Psalm 8 reflects on human dignity and purpose, emphasizing significance in God's eyes.

Deep dives

Understanding the Two Dimensions of Teaching

Teaching involves two dimensions: what originates from one's intellect and what stems from personal experiences. Rooting teaching in personal encounters with the material adds depth and authenticity, elevating the impact of the lessons.

Introduction

2min

Exploring the Transformative Power of Psalms

9min

Interpreting Paul's Thorne and the Flesh and the Richness of Psalms

2min

The Organizational Structure of the Psalms

12min

Categorizing Psalms for Understanding and Teaching

17min

Interpreting Psalms and Understanding Messianic Contexts

15min

Reflecting on the Beauty of God's Creation and the Transformative Power of Christ

4min

In this episode of Help Me Teach the Bible, I talked with Mark Futato, the Robert L. Maclellan professor of Old Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida, where he teaches core classes on Hebrew and Old Testament books. Futato has written a number of books on Psalms that flow out not only from his study but also his love for and his living with the Psalms.

Topics in the discussion include: