The first part of this psalm focuses on the faithlessness of man. Psalm 12:1–2 (NKJV) 1 Help, LORD, for the godly man ceases! For the faithful disappear from among the sons of men. 2 They speak idly everyone with his neighbor; With flattering lips and a double heart they speak. David feels the frustration of … Continue reading Man v. God (Psalm 12)
In the Lord I Put My Trust (Psalm 11)
David continues his theme of trusting in the Lord in this psalm. He denies the advice to flee from his enemies or fear the wicked. He points to the true foundation of the righteous, and identifies that foundation of faith as the only true hope of good men. He worships God: 4 The Lord is … Continue reading In the Lord I Put My Trust (Psalm 11)
Praising the Triumphant Lord (Psalm 9 – 10)
In these two psalms, David extols the greatness of God's work in defeating evil and liberating the oppressed. While chapter 9 is a completely triumphant praise, chapter 10 is an intercessory praise. Chapter 9 speaks of all the Lord's victories over the enemies of the people of God. David's enemies have fallen, perished, been defeated. … Continue reading Praising the Triumphant Lord (Psalm 9 – 10)
David’s Prayer/David’s Praise (Psalm 7 – 8)
In chapter 7, David again speaks of his enemies persecuting and pursuing him for harm. This psalm alludes to the rage of Saul of Cush, who accused David without cause. David is submitting himself to God's judgement, saying that if he is guilty of the things of which he is accused, that he will gladly … Continue reading David’s Prayer/David’s Praise (Psalm 7 – 8)
A Prayer of Faith (Psalm 6)
David opens this psalm, a prayer, with a request for God to have mercy on him and not chasten him. He prays for healing and relief from his trouble, asking how long until his relief. He continues, praying for deliverance and salvation, not to die. He accounts his groaning, drenching his bed with tears each … Continue reading A Prayer of Faith (Psalm 6)
Safety and Guidance (Psalm 4:1 – 5:12)
David begins Psalm 4 by thanking God for His help and faithfulness, then asking men why they seek David's demise and falsehoods. He then reminds his enemies that God is a friend and help to the godly, and hears their prayers. He shares the oft-quoted thought: 4 Be angry, and do not sin. Meditate within … Continue reading Safety and Guidance (Psalm 4:1 – 5:12)
Thou, O Lord (Psalm 3)
David writes a psalm in which he cries out to God while being chased by his own son, Absalom, who would take the throne from him and be king. He starts by bemoaning the fact that he has had an increase in those who trouble him, and that he is considered doomed, without a chance … Continue reading Thou, O Lord (Psalm 3)
Messianic Power (Psalm 2)
Numerous times in the Old Testament, especially in the Psalms, prophecies concerning the Messiah are written. This psalm is an example of Messianic prophecy. The four verses each speak of an aspect of the Messiah's place and actions in the future. The first verse speaks of the nations (heathens) rebellious attitude toward the reign of … Continue reading Messianic Power (Psalm 2)
The Way of the Righteous and the End of the Ungodly (Psalm 1)
The Psalms open with a simple, yet poetic description of the plight of the righteous versus the plight of the wicked. The first part 0f the psalm lifts up the blessings of righteousness. Psalm 1:1–3 (NKJV) 1 Blessed is the man Who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, Nor stands in the path … Continue reading The Way of the Righteous and the End of the Ungodly (Psalm 1)
The Repentance and Restoration of Job (Job 42)
Job apologizes to the Lord and then offers to answer, as God had instructed him. He then tells the Lord how hearing about Him did not compare to seeing Him. Now that Job has seen the Lord, he abhorred himself and repented. The Lord then turned to the friends of Job and scolded them for … Continue reading The Repentance and Restoration of Job (Job 42)
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