Date: 10/22/23

Text: Psalm 21:1-13

Outline:

Outline (Chiasm)

I. Introductory Praise (v. 1)

II. Divine Blessings on the King (vv. 2-6)

III. Royal Trust in the LORD (v. 7)

IV. Divine Judgment on the Enemies (vv. 8-12)

V. Concluding Praise (v. 13)

I. (and V.) Exulting & Exalting in The LORD (1, 13)

A. Exulting - In His Strength [Power] – v.1

B. Exalting - In His Salvation [Preservation] – v.13

II. (and IV.) Remembering & Resting/Reigning in the LORD (2-6, 8-12)

A. Remembering – Deep gratitude for past & present blessings of grace – vs.2-6 – The LORD has heard, delivered, and blessed the King and His people.

B. Resting/Reigning – Confident faith & hope for future blessings of grace – vs.8-12 – The LORD will hear, fight for/with, deliver, and bless the King and His people (kingdom)

III. Trusting & Triumphing in the LORD (7)

A. Trusting – v.7a – The King and His people trust in the steadfast love/mercy of the LORD, the Most High God

B. Triumphing – v.7b – The King and His people shall not be (re)moved.