As a believer in Christ, I have grown in faith, knowing that it is important to get cleansed. For these reasons, I have always read the book of Psalms and used the verses to pray and ask God to cleanse me.
So, last week, one of my bible study members asked me to give him a list of verses from the Book of Psalms that he can read for cleansing.
Since I have spent the better part of my Christian journey reading Psalms for cleansing, it was easy to answer as well as coming up with this article for everyone else.
6 Psalms to read for cleansing
Psalm 51:7
“Cleanse me with hyssop, and I will be clean; wash me, and I will be whiter than snow.”
In this verse, David asks God to purify him with hyssop, wash him and make him white as snow. You can read this verse when you want God to cleanse you and purify you.
Psalms 51:2
“Wash away all my iniquity and cleanse me from my sin.”
This verse talks about being washed from iniquity and being cleansed from your sins. You can read this verse whenever you feel so sinful, and you want God to cleanse you.
Psalms 79:9
“Help us, God our Savior, for the glory of your name; deliver us and forgive our sins for your name’s sake.”
This is a verse that talks about cleansing a group. The psalmist is asking God to deliver him and his people from their sins. You can read these psalms when you are in need of a cleansing group.
Psalms 19:12-13
“But who can discern their own errors? Forgive my hidden faults. Keep your servant also from willful sins; may they not rule over me. Then I will be blameless, innocent of great transgression.”
In this verse, David is asking God to declare him innocent of the hidden faults. Also, he asks God to save him from the sins that are generated from within.
Therefore, you can read this verse when you need to be cleansed from presumptuous sins, and you want them to stop dominating you.
Psalms 86:11
“Teach me your way, Lord, that I may rely on your faithfulness; give me an undivided heart, that I may fear your name.”
In this verse, David asks God to teach him His ways and make him walk in the truth of God. He also asks God to make his heart fear his name.
Therefore, you can read this verse when you are in need of detoxing your heart.
Psalms 19:14
“May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer.”
In this verse, David is asking God that his words and meditation be in what God finds right. You can read this verse when you want to cleanse your mind and the words that you say.
What is a good Psalms to cleanse your soul?
Psalms 51:7
“Cleanse me with hyssop, and I will be clean; wash me, and I will be whiter than snow.”
In this verse, David asks God to purge him with hyssop, and he will be clean. (Hyssop as used by Hebrews in cleaning). He also asks God to wash him, and he will be whiter than snow.
Different believers use this verse to pray for forgiveness of sins as well as ask God to change their ungodly thoughts and intentions.
What is a good Psalms to read when you need spiritual cleansing?
Psalms 51:10-12
“Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me from your presence or take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.”
In this verse, David asks God to create a clean heart in him and to renew his spirit. He also asks God not to take away the Holy Spirit from him.
He also asks for joy from God and that God grants him a willing spirit. Different believers say that you can read this verse when you need spiritual renewal that will sustain you.
How to use the Psalms for cleansing
Some believers suggest that you can use the psalms for cleansing by first getting close to God. They explain using the very book, Psalms 51:10, where David asks God to clean his heart and create the right spirit for him.
Therefore, many believers explain that first; you must get close to God because only God can cleanse you. Next, they believe that your mouth needs to be cleansed, so you use the psalms to ask God to cleanse your mouth.
It is explained that cleansing your mouth not only ensures you stop talking negatively but also helps you stop thinking negatively.
Next, many believers advise that you need to renew your mind by feeding your mind with the word of God. Next, many believers speculate that you should clean out your hidden sins by confessing and asking God to forgive you.
Next, it is said that it is essential to release all the bitterness that you harbor and then start involving Jesus in your daily life.
Lastly, as you cleanse, it is advised that you should not be so hard on yourself; instead, find joy in living in Christ.
Can you pray these Psalms for someone else that needs cleansing?
According to different believers, you can use these psalms to pray for the cleansing of others. David also asked God to cleanse him and his people.
In Psalms 79:9, David asks God to save him and his people from sin. Therefore, it is explained that you can pray these psalms for someone else and for the glory of His name, God will atone them their sins.
As a Christian, I have always been passionate about sharing God’s word with young people. This inspired me to pursue a Certificate in Christian Education, an Undergraduate degree in Religious Studies, and a Graduate degree in Theology. My knowledge in school and experience from dealing with the youth made me an expert at discussing Christian-related topics. I feel privileged working as the Coordinator of the Christian Youth Ministry at Christian Faith Guide. You can read more about me on the about us page.
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