At the Coffee and Bible Time podcast, our goal is to help you delight in God's Word and thrive in Christian living.

Each week, we talk to subject matter experts who broaden your biblical understanding,

encourage you in hard times, and provide life-building tips to enhance your Christian walk.

We are so glad you have joined us.

Welcome back to the Coffee and Bible Time podcast.

This is Ellen, your host.

And today we are going to discuss how the book of Psalms can help our mental health and

emotional well-being.

You know, the Psalms encompass such a wide range of human emotions, from joy and gratitude,

all the way to sorrow and despair.

And they provide this means for us to express feelings that might be difficult

to articulate otherwise. And they're also just a source of deep spiritual insight. They contain

prayers, praises, and reflections that can deepen one's understanding and relationship

with God. In addition, they contain practical wisdom and moral teachings that you can apply

to your everyday life. They offer guidance on living a righteous and faithful life. And, you know, ultimately, the Psalms encourage such deep reflection and meditation.

And they invite readers to pause, to ponder, and to engage with profound spiritual truths.

And today, I have the privilege of welcoming back a very dear friend of mine,

Rachel Schlesinger, and she is going to share with us her experience of adventuring through

the book of Psalms. So please welcome Rachel.

Thank you, Ellen.

Great to be here.

I'm so excited to have you back on.

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