Psalms

In this Psalm King David speaks of human insignificance when compared to God. However, God made humans to rule over the works of God’s hand.  God has given humans dominion over the Earth. Therefore, it is incumbent on humans to be good stewards of the Earth and care for it. In some cases, mankind has done a pretty good job. In other cases, not so much. Humans have polluted many rivers, lakes, and streams. However, in…

In this Psalm David says, “For the righteous God tries the hearts and minds.” When one decides to believe in God, he or she starts down a path that will lead to Salvation. However, one must remain on that path to enter Heaven after they die. It is not easy, for there will be temptations to leave that path. God has chosen some people to live with Him forever, but He wants to make sure that…

In this Psalm King David expresses his sorrow because of his adversaries. David was grieving. He felt helpless and did not want to proceed.  He did not perceive that God was helping him. However, David knew in his heart that God would help. He knew that God had not abandoned him, but David was still experiencing grief and sorrow. In like manner, believers may go through difficult periods of time when they do not feel God’s…

In this Psalm King David again writes of the benefits of trusting God. There were those who plotted to harm David. David appealed for God’s help. David said of his enemies, “By their own desires let them fall.” When a person truly trusts in God, God will protect them from harm. Those who plot and scheme against such people will frequently fall into their own traps. Speaking to God David correctly observed, “For it is Thou…

In these passages the Psalmist says, “Offer the sacrifices of righteousness and put your trust in God.” This is the formula for a successful and fulfilled life. Walking rightly before God takes effort. It is done with the world’s resistance because the world hates righteousness. Rather, the world prefers sin. Walking rightly before God can only be done if one trusts God and walks according to the Word of God. The benefits of doing so may not…

In these passages King David expresses his trust in God. He was fleeing from his son, Absalom, who was leading a rebellion against David. David was in a precarious situation, and he placed his trust in God. That was David’s best and only choice. That, too, is our best choice with any precarious situation in which we may find ourselves. When we place our trust in God, God will protect us. David said, “You O Lord…

This Psalm identifies the world’s rebellion against God. The world in general does not want God to rule. It wants to go its own way, given over to sin. However, God does rule, and Jesus is returning to be King of the Earth. The Bible says when Jesus returns, He will rule with a “rod of iron.” He will be a no–nonsense King. People will be obedient, or they will be punished. Jesus will not tolerate…

This Psalm defines the benefits of living one’s life in accordance with the Word of God. The person who lives in such a manner will be like a firmly planted tree which produces good fruit. This person will also prosper. Their life will be blessed, and they will live a successful life. This Psalm also indicates that those who choose to live their lives rightly before God should avoid the influence of those who are wicked.…

PRAISING GOD This Psalm is dedicated to praising God. God is worthy of our praise for who He is and what He has done. The Psalmist writes, “Praise the Lord! Praise God in His sanctuary; praise Him in His mighty expanse. Praise Him for His mighty deeds. Praise Him according to His excellent greatness…Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord!” Praising God is not a natural characteristic for mankind. The natural state…

This Psalm continues to praise God. It also reaffirms that God will care for and protect those who He considers His, those who are characterized as godly. God will save them from eternal destruction. Additionally, this Psalm speaks of God’s people judging the nations of the world that rejected God and were given over to sin. In this regard the Psalmist writes, “Let the Godly ones exult in Glory; them sing for joy on their beds. Let…