Most of the psalms speak to God or about God. Because they were composed in a variety of situations, various facets of God’s character are mentioned. Here is a sample of God’s characteristics as understood and experienced by the psalm writers. As you read these psalms, ask yourself if this is the God you know.
| God is . . . | Reference |
| All-knowing and ever present | Psalm 139 |
| Beautiful and desirable | Psalms 27; 36; 45 |
| Creator | Psalms 8; 104; 148 |
| Good and generous | Psalms 34; 81; 107 |
| Great and sovereign | Psalms 33; 89; 96 |
| Holy | Psalms 66; 99; 145 |
| Loving and faithful | Psalms 23; 42; 51 |
| Merciful and forgiving | Psalms 32; 111; 130 |
| Powerful | Psalms 76; 89; 93 |
| Willing to reveal his will, law, and direction | Psalms 1; 19; 119 |
| Righteous and just | Psalms 71; 97; 113 |
| Spirit | Psalms 104; 139; 143 |