psalms at the Last Supper, for the Gospels mention it in passing. Matthew 26:30 says “And when they had sung a hymn they went out to the Mount of Olives.” The hymn Jesus and his disciples sang at this point, just after the meal, comprised Psalms 115–18. When you next pray Psalm 118, remember that Jesus prayed it just before he went out to face his death. Here are a few verses: Out of my distress I called on the LORD; the LORD answered me and set me free. The LORD is on my side; I will not fear. What