I was recently invited to my nephew’s graduation party and asked to prepare a speech. I read a few speeches for inspiration. Luckily, they gave insight into Bible scriptures, perfect for congratulating a graduate.
Since I understand the scripture well, I selected the best verses, mainly from the book of Psalms.
My speech came out perfectly, especially the verses, which gave it more meaning. I wrote this article to share the verses with others who may need it for an upcoming graduation.
Five Psalms to read for graduation
Psalms 20:4
“Grant thee according to thine own heart, and fulfil all thy counsel.”
This is a manifestation that God brings to life and satisfies our heart’s desires and plans. The verse is a prayer for graduates that God may meet their goals after graduating.
If you know someone graduating, the verse is a good message to read to them.
Psalms 37:4
“Delight thyself also in the Lord: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.”
The verse says that people should follow God’s word as He will give them their heart’s desires. Reading this verse to graduates reminds them that those who trust in the Lord will receive more success after graduating.
For those who want to graduate, the verse teaches them to live according to God’s Word, and He will grant them success.
Psalms 105:4
“Seek the Lord, and his strength: seek his face evermore.”
The verse says we should always seek the Lord’s presence and strength. Graduates may forget and fail to see who brought them success and glory.
However, this reminds them they still need God and should always seek Him even after victory.
Psalms 119:105
“Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.”
This Psalm mentions that God is the light to our path.
The verse reminds graduates of God’s work in their lives and should not forget that God granted them success. In this regard, it teaches them to be thankful and respect God.
Psalms 126:3
“The Lord hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.”
This verse appreciates God’s great works in our lives. It is a good verse for graduation since it accounts for the graduates’ success.
Christians believe in the art of gratitude, as seen in this verse.
What is a good Psalms to congratulate someone who graduated?
There are various Psalms that suit a congratulatory message. One of the best is Psalms 126:3. The verse says that the Lord has blessed His people immensely; hence, we give thanks to Him.
When you congratulate a graduate, the verse appreciates their success while placing God at the center.
Another one is Psalms 20:4, which is a plea that God grants success in our plans. The verse is a good read for graduates as it blesses their path after graduation.
In addition, it reminds them to remain faithful to God’s Word.
How to use the Psalms to prepare for graduation
Psalms have powerful scriptures that talk about success, such as graduation. There are different ways of using Psalms while preparing for your graduation.
One way is selecting verses from Psalms that remind you of your journey, and through these verses, you will appreciate your success despite setbacks.
Another way is including these verses in your prayers will exalt God’s name for giving you glory.
Also, you can share the Psalms with fellow graduates as you celebrate your successes to remind each other of the procreator of it all.
What is a good Psalms to read to celebrate your graduation?
One such Psalm is Psalms 118:24, which states that God has blessed you with success, and you should be glad and rejoice.
The verse is a good read for celebrating success, such as graduation, as it acknowledges God’s doing that led to your success.
It also reminds you that it is through God that you have seen success. Another verse is Psalms 5:12, which says God blesses the righteous by covering them with His favor.
It reminds you that your success results from God’s favor and blessings.
As a theologian, I have always been curious to learn more about the Christian Faith. That is why I pursued a Certificate in Christian Studies, Certificate in Christian Foundations and a Masters in Theology. I also have an immersive experience in editing for numerous websites. I have worked as an editor for over a decade and am currently the editor-in-chief at Christian Faith Guide. I enjoy working as an editor and feel privileged to share my expertise and help spread God’s word. You can read more about me on the about us page.