Category Archives: David

appointed and anointed

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 132 The LORD’s promises to David included the promise of strength and power for his future son who would reign, symbolized by a horn. The LORD would also prepare a lamp for that anointed ruler, perhaps symbolizing that he … Continue reading →

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peace to the city

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 122 Jerusalem is a city with a great past, a troubled present, and a glorious future.  The psalmist prays for the great city, aware of it all.  He chooses to pray for peace, not because of blind allegiance but … Continue reading →

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the day of his wrath

Posted on April 20, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 110 This psalm shows the future Messianic king being accepted freely by his people, in holy garments.  It shows the power of that king, as he executes judgment upon the nations, filling them with corpses, over the wide earth.  … Continue reading →

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silent before our accusers

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 109 David’s recourse when unjustly accused was to turn to prayer, trusting God to right the wrong.  He trusted the LORD to condemn those who wrongfully condemn him.  Jesus did the same.  He called on us to love our … Continue reading →

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grant us help

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 108 A nation fully aware of their insufficiency pleads for God to grant them help against their foe.  His greatness extends beyond their border, even above the heavens.  With him they shall do valiantly, because it is he who … Continue reading →

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deep water

Posted on March 10, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 69 The psalmist is being overwhelmed, and asks God to save him for that feeling of being out in deep water, and near drowning.  He anticipates that God will act, not just setting him on dry land, but restoring … Continue reading →

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lying among the sheepfolds

Posted on March 9, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 68 This psalm celebrates God’s protection and provision for his people, including the great battles he won for them.  The point is that it was God’s greatness, not the overwhelming might of Israel’s armies that won the battles.  Mention … Continue reading →

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awesome deeds

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 65 At first, the awesome deeds of the LORD which he is being praised for seem to be the same natural wonders of psalm 19: nature declaring the glory of its designer.  But then, the psalmist paints a picture … Continue reading →

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secret strike

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 64 If you have ever been in a place where you fear some secret invasion, or an attack from some unseen enemy, you can appreciate the imagery here.  The enemy has found a place to hide and pounce when … Continue reading →

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no more Mondays

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Jefferson Vann

Psalm 63 There are times when our worship is so sweet, and our experience in God’s presence is so real, that we cannot imagine it getting any better than this.  Then, Monday happens.  Hang in there, believers.  There will be … Continue reading →

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