In + Out

This is a very simple method of reflecting on scripture. Unlike the others we’ve looked at, this method won’t focus in on one verse in particular. Instead we’ll be looking at the Psalm as a whole. Simply put, this method is just reading through the Psalm twice, once in your head and once out loud.

Many of the Psalms were written by King David as he cried out to God, so they were written to be spoken out loud. By reading them out to yourself you might pick up on something you skimmed over when you read it in your head and notice something new.

For this method, we recommend using a translation of the Bible with easy to understand words. The message or the amplified translation are often used when reading out loud as the language is much more commonly used - far fewer thous and thys!!

If you struggle with reading out loud, try listening to the Psalm instead. The YouVersion Bible app has a feature for this, or there are loads of songs and spoken word recordings of the Psalms available. Many of them we’re used to hearing and may not even know reference Psalms, have a look through your preferred music platform and you’ll certainly find something!