
Heart of the Psalms, The
God's Word to the World
James C. Howell(Author)
Abingdon Press
Will be published approx. on 6. January 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
144 pages
978-1-7910-4056-7 (ISBN)
Description
Understanding God's word to the world. The Book of Psalms has been called a school of prayer, as these eloquent words to God become the Word of God for us and a road map to navigate life with God in this world. This study focuses on six psalms, each offering a unique glimpse into God's heart: Psalm 8 (awe), Psalm 27 (beauty), Psalm 51 (mercy), Psalm 73 (surely), Psalm 90 (time), and Psalm 116 (love). The Study examines why these six psalms connect so deeply with us, the church, and beyond. The text gives us a way to pray when words are hard to find, drawing from the hearts of real people seeking God. Go inside the world of these psalms, considering where they were written, their key phrases in Hebrew, and even the time of day they evoke. Throughout history, people have turned to these words at pivotal times, finding hope, comfort, and inspiration. The Heart of the Psalms will help you weigh why and how these psalms matter and how they can be transformative today for us, the church, and God's world. In addition to the book, other study components include a Leader Guide and DVD.
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Edition
The Heart of the Psalms ed.
Language
English
Place of publication
Nashville, Tennessee
United States
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Weight
159 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-7910-4056-7 (9781791040567)
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E-Book
01/2026
Abingdon Press
€18.49
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Person
James C. Howell is the senior pastor of Myers Park United Methodist Church in Charlotte, NC, and the author of more than 20 books, including Weak Enough to Lead, Conversations with St. Francis, The Life We Claim, and The Beautiful Work of Learning to Pray. His podcast, "Maybe I'm Amazed," blogs, and retreats are popular, as are his work on leadership and community activism.