Psalms 108
This Psalm was written by King David. Right from the start, David makes it clear that his heart is fixed on God. I find this a powerful statement because when your heart is focused on something or someone, it influences your emotions and, ultimately, how you live your life. He then goes on to say that early in the morning, he will rise and praise God, using instruments, showing deep reverence for God's nature, power, and presence. David also acknowledges God as the rightful owner of the tribes of Israel, the source of their strength. From this, I learn that when God owns you, He equips you with everything you need to live according to His purpose for you. The chapter ends with David calling out to God for help, acknowledging that the help of man is futile. I pray that we all recognize that God alone is our ever-present help and our strength, in Jesus’ name, Amen.
Psalms 109
This Psalm is another prayer of David, where he pleads with God not to stay silent, for the wicked have risen against him. He speaks of how they repay his goodness with evil, even attacking him when he prays for them. He declares that he has given himself entirely to prayer. From this, I learn that prayer is crucial in every situation, not just when things are tough. It's important to always stay in communication with God, ensuring that He’s speaking to us and we are speaking to Him this is the essence of prayer. David asks God to fight for him, seeking God's vengeance on those who have wronged him, even down to their descendants. We know God is merciful and compassionate, but when His children call out to Him, He will fight on their behalf. I’ve learned here that we should be careful who we choose to fight, as we never know who their Father is. If God is their Father, He can fight for them without them even having to lift a finger. God can command anything, even the earth itself, to fight for His children when He deems it necessary. As David continues, he asks God for His protection, strength, mercy, and help, requesting God to replace his weaknesses with His strength. God is merciful—when all else fails, turn to Him with a prayer of mercy and watch how He comes through for you. The chapter concludes with the assurance that God will stand by the poor and save them from those who condemn their souls.
Psalms 110
This Psalm is another one of David’s, where he speaks of the Lord saying to his Lord, “Sit at My right hand until I make Your enemies Your footstool.” The first Lord here is God, and the second Lord refers to the Messiah, Jesus Christ. We find confirmation of this in Matthew 26:64, Acts 2:34, 1 Corinthians 15:25, Colossians 3:1, and Hebrews 12:2. For anyone who believes Jesus was only revealed in the New Testament, this Psalm clearly shows that Jesus existed before time. David, through the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, got a glimpse of the heavenly realities. The Bible is not just a collection of stories; it is the living Word of God, showing us that God is eternal, yesterday, today, and forever. He is God.
David goes on to praise the strength God will send, how people will willingly offer themselves to Him in the day of His power, how holiness will spring forth, and how God has made us priests forever in the order of Melchizedek. God, at our right hand, will crush kings in His anger, execute judgment over nations, and bring destruction to the wicked. I stand in awe of God. He is a consuming fire to those who oppose Him, yet He is a purifying fire to His chosen ones. It’s important not to fall under the wrath of God. The chapter ends triumphantly, showing that while the challenges we face may seem overwhelming, the outcome will be victorious when God is involved. I encourage you today to draw closer to God, walk with Jesus, live for Him, and prepare to spend eternity with Him.
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