When Enemies Surround: Explanatory Notes on Psalm 59

Reflecting on the Second Sunday after Pentecost: One Day after Sunday (Year C)

Scripture

For information on semicontinuous and complementary readings in the season after Pentecost or Ordinary Time, click here.

Semicontinuous: Psalm 59; 2 Kings 9:1-13; 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Complementary: Psalm 64; Job 18:1-21; 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

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Prayer

Beckoning God, as you moved in the lives of Elijah and Elisha, move in our lives, inviting us to journey to unknown territory, to listen for your voice, and to speak your prophetic word in a world that does not want to hear. empowered by your Spirit, grant us the courage we need to journey, trust, listen, speak, and accept your commission to be your faithful servant people. Amen. (Revised Common Lectionary)

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Reflection

Psalm 59

Psalm 59 is a prayer for deliverance from enemies and a testimony to God’s just rule and faithful love.