Thoughts

I love each of these Psalms that we read today. David truly loved God with his entire heart, mind and soul, and these Psalms reveal that very clearly in my view.

I do have some thoughts I’d like to share with you about Psalm 140

There were times in David's life when he was pursued by men that literally wanted to kill him. He was slandered. He was hunted. This is a Psalm that was written during one of those times. 

Do you ever think of the power of your words when you go to the Lord in prayer? David asked God not only for deliverance from evil men who would do him harm, but he also asked for their destruction.

As for the head of those who surround me,let the mischief of their lips overwhelm them!Let burning coals fall upon them!Let them be cast into fire,into miry pits, no more to rise!Psalm 140:9-10 ESV

I had a conversation with a man recently who had been the victim of slander. Another person was literally trying to destroy this man's reputation and business. The attacks got so bad that this man, for whom I have tremendous respect, prayed this Psalm asking God to deal with his attacker. And the response from God was so powerful that he told me he would never pray this way again. He told me that this person's life was utterly destroyed. He didn't tell me any details, but based on our relationship I believe him. 

If we are truly being attacked by genuinely evil people, God, our Heavenly Father, has it in His power to come to our rescue. His plan for our life will not be foiled by anyone or anything. If the plans of our enemies would keep us from fulfilling God's plan, I believe He will intervene on our behalf. 

I love the way David closed this Psalm:

I know that the Lord will maintain the cause of the afflicted,and will execute justice for the needy.Surely the righteous shall give thanks to your name;the upright shall dwell in your presence.Psalm 140:12-13 ESV

Today's Bible Translation

Bible translation used in today's episode: Ch. 140 ESV, Ch. 141-142 NCV

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