Category Archives: dependence upon God
the real King of glory
Psalm 24 The title indicates that this is a psalm of David. It seems another way of reminding those who seek the king of glory in Jerusalem that David is not really the one. The real King of glory is … Continue reading
the LORD, my tender
Psalm 23 David describes the LORD as his tender, the one who looks after him. The LORD guides him so that he goes down the right paths. The LORD makes sure he gets to the green pastures where he can … Continue reading
He will remember
Psalm 22 It is difficult to extract this psalm from the Christian tradition that surrounds it since many of its words were fulfilled by Christ on the cross. But it is important to see the psalm in its original context. … Continue reading
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Tagged Psalm 22
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save the king
Psalm 20 This psalm is a prayer from God’s people for their king. They appeal to the LORD to enter into the plans and purposes of their king and give him salvation (success and deliverance when he faces trouble). They … Continue reading
our shield
Psalm 18 David’s song of gratitude from 2 Samuel 22 is now sung by his people, as they personally identify with the anointing, rescue and greatness of their king – all directly a result of God’s grace. As God is … Continue reading
vindication … and more
Psalm 17 David’s prayer is for justice and vindication from enemies who have no pity on him, who only want what they can gain from this world and this life. But David seeks the LORD’s presence now, and to awake … Continue reading
work hard … and trust God
1 Chronicles 18-20 These chapters record David’s battles with and victories over the Syrians, Ammonites and Philistines during his reign as king of Israel. Times were not easy for the Israelites, but they did rise to the challenge. Joab’s instructions … Continue reading
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Tagged 1 Chronicles 18, 1 Chronicles 19, 1 Chronicles 20
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godless oppressors
Psalm 14 The fools that David has in mind in particular are the godless oppressors of Israel. They do what they want to do, and don’t think anyone can stop them. They “eat up” God’s people (4). But there is … Continue reading
God’s will and his way
1 Chronicles 14 In each of the battles described in this chapter, the Philistines made a raid in the valley, and David responded by first praying for God’s will. In each case, God’s will was the same, but the means … Continue reading
guard us from this generation
Psalm 12 This community lament is the result of a people who look for leaders they can trust, and discover that they have disappeared. The people are forced to pray to God for protection, not just from foreign enemies, but … Continue reading
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