Can a broken nation—or a weary life—be restored?

In this episode of Practical Advice from the Scriptures, we explore the powerful message of Psalm 85, a heartfelt prayer for renewal that reminds listeners how hope can emerge even after seasons of failure and hardship.

The psalm begins by recalling moments in the past when God showed mercy and forgave His people. These memories become the foundation for a humble plea: that God would once again restore the nation and turn away His anger.

But the passage goes even deeper, describing a remarkable vision of harmony between four powerful virtues—mercy, truth, righteousness, and peace. In poetic language, the psalm portrays these qualities as meeting together to bring healing and stability to the land.

This message reveals an important t ...