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10 Minutes in the Word: Psalms
Copyright 2018 Zondervan
ePub Edition March 2018: ISBN 978-0-310-09126-4
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T he book of Psalms is a collection of prayers, poems, and songs that focus the believers thoughts on praising God and reveling in His Word. It is a collection of at least six authors. Psalms is a glimpse into the amazing life of David, a man and king after Gods own heart. The psalms are intimately personal and explore the whole realm of human emotion: from deep despair to ecstatic delight; from a yearning for vengeance to a spirit of humility and forgiveness; from earnest pleading to God for protection to jubilant praise for His deliverance. Through the entire book, however, the writers express their serene confidence in Gods guidance and provision.
The psalms are loved and memorized by so many because of their relatability in addressing many of lifes most significant questions. We want to be reassured of Gods presence in our everyday lives and learn how to praise God regardless of our circumstances. The book of Psalms provides a sanctuary where our questions and spiritual yearnings can be recognizeda place where we are reminded of Gods sovereignty and grace.
You, L ORD , are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high.
I call out to the L ORD , and he answers me from his holy mountain.
I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the L ORD sustains me.
I will not fear though tens of thousands assail me on every side.
Arise, L ORD !
Deliver me, my God!
Strike all my enemies on the jaw; break the teeth of the wicked.
Psalm 3:37
T here has never been a time before when advice and instruction could be so easily found. Everywhere we turn in this era of instant access we are confronted with advice. Advice has its own industry and it often points us to ourselves, to look inward for self-help. But the book of Psalms opens with an invitation to consider two different sources of counsel. The counsel of the world offers advice that may seem dazzling and clever, even well-informed and intellectual, but it is unsettled. The counsel of the world does not point toward an unquestionable or established end, nor does it encourage walking by any firm and fixed instruction. In contrast, we are encouraged that blessed and prosperous are the souls who delight in the Word of God, who meditate on it day and night, who take up the yoke of His mandates. They shall be like a tree, fruitful and flourishingfully equipped for every good work and better suited to face the challenges of life.
David was commissioned by God to be king, and he was competent in every way, but the enemies of God and His anointed are numerous. They struggle against His restraints, shudder at His obligations, and bristle at His commandments. They will not be governed. Davids own son Absalom had won the hearts of many of his followers. Together, they conspired against his father and their king. Not only did Absalom desire Davids crown, he also wanted to kill him. David fled for his life. Barefoot, with his head covered in mourning, he ascended the Mount of Olives. He wept and prayed. Many were saying Davids life was in such ruins that not even God could save him. The counsel he was receiving was unsettled, beckoning him to be swayed to and fro, but David tuned his heart to the firm counsel of God.
Are you facing provocation and torment from people close to you, those you have good reason to expect love, gratitude, and respect from instead? Maybe you are at your wits end, having seemingly lost all you know to be true and all you hold dear. The unsettled counsel of this world is surely surrounding you and may be springing up within your own heart, advising you to escape or turn inward. You might be tempted to give up, feeling as if you cant trust anyone, not even God. You might be convinced He cannot deliver you. Dont give up or give in! Instead, like David, let your distress and grief drive you to the Mount of Olives.
Lord, Your assurances are a shield wrapped around me. Lift my head and remove its mourning shroud. Soothe the soles of my bare feet. Counsel me from Your throne. Arise, O King, over all that threatens me today and save me. When I lie down to sleep tonight, make me dwell in Your safety, and sustain me in Your perfect rest.
Weep and pray. Weep and sing. Weep and believe.
L ORD , do not rebuke me in your anger or discipline me in your wrath.
Have mercy on me, L ORD , for I am faint; heal me, L ORD , for my bones are in agony.
My soul is in deep anguish.
How long, L ORD , how long?...
I am worn out from my groaning.
All night long I flood my bed with weeping and drench my couch with tears.
Psalm 6:13, 6
P salm 7 is described as a shiggaion of David. A shiggaion is a wandering song or a wild and passionate ode. David sang this prayer to the Lord concerning Cush, a Benjamite. King Saul, who once employed David with high rank, grew jealous of his military successes and the transfer of the adoration and praise of his people. Saul began to fear David because the blessing of the Lord was with David and had left Saul. Cush was likely some kinsman of Saul who had given a false account of David, further provoking Sauls anger against him. David took this insult and injury to the Lord and was not rattled by it, nor was he discouraged. He was composed and maybe even a little cheerful. The more Davids enemies sought to find fault in him, the more he resolved himself to not only avoid sin, but to avoid all appearances of sin. In the same way, let the injuries you receive from others set a match to your devotions rather than letting it kindle an uncontrollable fire. Settle yourself to be above reproach.
David made praying his career. He committed to pray in the morning when he was fresh and not yet steeped in the obligations of the day. Just as a priest in the temple would lay out wood for the daily sacrifice, David also prepared himself. Davids prayers were often crying prayers to a hearing God. Your confidants may be far away, but God ever has an ear inclined to His children. He will take your prayers into consideration. He will sift them through His divine and compassionate wisdom, and in His timing, return a tenderhearted answer of peace. Are you sick? Sick in spirit? Sick in rebellion? Have your troubles been heavy and long? Have your eyes been consumed with grief? Rest easy for your God is the Great Physician of body, mind, and soul. Pray, confident your Father is concerned for the frame He created for you and is aware of all its maladies. Pray, knowing those who cry and sow in tears are getting ready to harvest Gods abundant mercy. And pray with a penetrating fear of Gods displeasure, which we should dread most of all. Prayers of all sickness soon will give way to praise in healing, victory in suffering, thankfulness in forgiveness of sin, and assured triumph against those who persecute you.
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