David writes another psalm of petition to the Lord, asking for deliverance and salvation from His enemies. He describes his situation like being drowned and crying until his throat is dry. His enemies are practically innumerable and are mighty. Though he has sinned, he asks that his people not be ashamed because of him. He … Continue reading Save Me From My Enemies! (Psalm 69)
Let God Arise (Psalm 68)
This psalm is credited to David. He opens the psalm with a well-known lyric, 1 Let God arise, Let His enemies be scattered; Let those also who hate Him flee before Him. 2 As smoke is driven away, So drive them away; As wax melts before the fire, So let the wicked perish at the … Continue reading Let God Arise (Psalm 68)
Ask, Praise, Believe (Psalm 67)
This psalm by an unidentified writer begins with a brief petition, asking God to be merciful, bless the people, and shine His face upon them. The psalmist then incentivizes God, speaking of how His care for us will make His ways known on the earth, and declare His salvation to the nations. 3 Let … Continue reading Ask, Praise, Believe (Psalm 67)
Praise God for His Awesome Works (Psalm 66)
This psalm does not identify its author. It is divided into five stanzas, with slightly different subject matter in each. The first stanza is a call to praise God, making a joyful shout, singing out, speaking to God, testifying of His goodness personally. The second stanza calls the reader to come and see the works … Continue reading Praise God for His Awesome Works (Psalm 66)
God’s Protection and Provision (Psalm 64 – 65)
In Psalm 64, David speaks of the secret plots of the enemy to trap and shoot proverbial arrows at the righteous. But God will shoot at them with His arrow, and they will stumble. Then all men will consider the way of the Lord, and the work of God. The righteous will be glad and … Continue reading God’s Protection and Provision (Psalm 64 – 65)
You Are My Joy (Psalm 63)
David writes a psalm of praise to God and thanksgiving for His goodness. The entirety of the psalm is worth review: Psalm 63:1–11 (NKJV) 1 O God, You are my God; Early will I seek You; My soul thirsts for You; My flesh longs for You In a dry and thirsty land Where there is … Continue reading You Are My Joy (Psalm 63)
God’s Power and Man’s Futility (Psalm 62)
David writes a psalm that begins with David's dependence on God for his salvation. He then rhetorically asks how long evil men will attack other men. He describes them as leaning walls and tottering fences, that cannot stand against the righteous. Psalm 62:5–7 (NKJV) 5 My soul, wait silently for God alone, For my expectation … Continue reading God’s Power and Man’s Futility (Psalm 62)
Lead Me to the Rock (Psalm 61)
David writes this psalm as a prayer. Psalm 61:1–8 (NKJV) 1 Hear my cry, O God; Attend to my prayer. 2 From the end of the earth I will cry to You, When my heart is overwhelmed; Lead me to the rock that is higher than I. 3 For You have been a shelter for … Continue reading Lead Me to the Rock (Psalm 61)
God Who Judges and God Who Blesses (Psalm 60)
David begins this psalm during campaigns against Mesopotamia and Syria by acknowledging God's sovereignty. We sees God as being able to cast off, break down, and be displeased with His people, but asks Him to restore him. God makes the ground tremble and break, and David asks for Him to heal it. God has shown … Continue reading God Who Judges and God Who Blesses (Psalm 60)
A Mighty Man (A Lion in a Pit on a Snowy Day) 2 Samuel 23:20–23 (NKJV)
Notes from a sermon given by Dr. Greg Sloop, Lead Pastor of the Kannapolis Church of God on January 8, 2017 at 11:00 am. This was a snow day, and the sermon was delivered virtually through Facebook Live. Go to Greg Sloop's facebook page to view the sermon video. 2 Samuel 23:20–23 (NKJV) 20 Benaiah was … Continue reading A Mighty Man (A Lion in a Pit on a Snowy Day) 2 Samuel 23:20–23 (NKJV)
Devoted To You 