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"Psalm 5 (Lead Me)" by Red Letter Society: A Morning Prayer for Guidance


Red Letter Society - Psalm 5 (Lead Me)

There's something about the quiet of the morning. It's during those early hours that it's easier to listen to our heart, when honesty can surface, and our prayers can rise before all of our daily distractions start to take over. Red Letter Society released "Psalm 5 (Lead Me)" and noted that the song is "a perfect praise in the morning." 

"Psalm 5 (Lead Me)" is written together with Jordan West as part of an ambitious project to song-write through all 150 Psalms. Each of these songs is a modern cry straight from Scripture. 

This song walks us through the cry of King David, who longs to be near God, "Hear my words, O Lord, my King // In the dawn, my prayers I bring." David is struggling with the brokenness of the world around him. And in that sense not so much has changed compared to present days, where we too see the brokenness of the world all around us. A world where the "wicked" can be described as deceitful, boastful, and bloodthirsty. 

What can we learn from David? Instead of letting sin define us, this song (Psalm 5) points us to a better way. David declares that "because of your love, because of your grace I will enter, and see your face." In other words, our access isn't earned, it's a gift! Psalm 5 also calls us to approach God every day with humility and hope. This song reminds us that God is our shield and our guide, and He is ready to lead us in His righteousness. That is the powerful truth we may find in this song and in Psalm 5. Our God is ready to lead us! 

So, may this song / scripture also be your prayer. May the words encourage you to seek His face, find refuge in Him, and accept His guidance in your life. So, go ahead, press play, and let God lead the way.

(Related scripture: Psalm 5:1-3; Psalm 5:7; Psalm 5:11-12)

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