21 Days of Psalms to Read for Strength, Peace, and Spiritual Growth

The book of Psalms is filled with encouragement, wisdom, and prayers that draw us closer to God. Whether you’re seeking peace, strength, guidance, or comfort, spending time in the Psalms can uplift your spirit and deepen your faith. This 21-day Psalms reading plan will help you focus on God’s promises, find hope in His Word, and grow spiritually.

Why Read Psalms for 21 Days?

• Strengthens faith – The Psalms remind us of God’s faithfulness.
• Encourages worship – Many Psalms were written as songs of praise.
• Brings peace and comfort – God’s Word is a source of healing and rest.
• Provides wisdom – The Psalms offer guidance for life’s challenges.

Each day includes a Psalm to read along with a short reflection on its key message.

21-Day Psalms Reading Plan

Week 1 – Finding Strength in God

Day 1: Psalm 1 – The blessings of delighting in God’s law. (Meditate on His Word day and night!)

Day 2: Psalm 3 – Trusting God as our shield and protector. (Even in trouble, He sustains us!)

Day 3: Psalm 23 – The Lord is our Shepherd, guiding and providing for us. (We lack nothing!)

Day 4: Psalm 27 – Confidence in God’s salvation and strength. (The Lord is our light and salvation!)

Day 5: Psalm 34 – God delivers and provides for those who seek Him. (Taste and see that the Lord is good!)

Day 6: Psalm 46 – Finding refuge in God, even in chaos. (Be still and know that He is God!)

Day 7: Psalm 62 – God alone is our rock and salvation. (Our hope is in Him!)

Week 2 – Seeking Peace and Comfort

Day 8: Psalm 16 – The joy and security of trusting in God. (In His presence, there is fullness of joy!)

Day 9: Psalm 19 – The beauty and perfection of God’s Word. (His Word refreshes the soul!)

Day 10: Psalm 37 – Trusting in God’s timing and faithfulness. (Commit your way to the Lord!)

Day 11: Psalm 42 – Finding hope in God when feeling downcast. (Put your hope in God, for He is our help!)

Day 12: Psalm 51 – A prayer for renewal and cleansing. (Create in me a clean heart, O God!)

Day 13: Psalm 55 – Casting our burdens on the Lord. (He will sustain us!)

Day 14: Psalm 63 – Thirsting for God’s presence. (Your love is better than life!)

Week 3 – Growing in Faith and Worship

Day 15: Psalm 91 – The power of God’s protection. (He will command His angels concerning you!)

Day 16: Psalm 95 – A call to worship and trust in God. (Let us sing for joy to the Lord!)

Day 17: Psalm 100 – A Psalm of thanksgiving and praise. (His love endures forever!)

Day 18: Psalm 103 – Remembering God’s mercy and love. (He redeems and satisfies us!)

Day 19: Psalm 121 – Trusting God as our keeper and protector. (He never sleeps nor slumbers!)

Day 20: Psalm 139 – The beauty of being known by God. (We are fearfully and wonderfully made!)

Day 21: Psalm 150 – A Psalm of pure praise to God. (Let everything that has breath praise the Lord!)

How to Use This Plan

• Read one Psalm each day.
• Pray and meditate on its meaning.
• Journal how God speaks to you through each passage.
• Share with a friend or small group for accountability.

May this 21-day journey through Psalms strengthen your faith, bring you peace, and draw you closer to God. Which Psalm speaks to you the most? Share your thoughts in the comments below!