Thursday, February 7, 2019

OT: The Book of Psalms, Psalm 75

Psalm 75:1-10

75:1 A spirit of gratitude changes our entire perspective on life. As children of God, we should search for our Father everywhere; we should observe and awe at His work all around us. When we do so, we find strength in Him and comfort from His masterful hand. 

75:1-3 We have been taught by God not to be arrogant; He has explained to us how detrimental a stubborn attitude can be. We must be open to His instruction, we must be self-aware and willing to grow ourselves. We must see the strength and beauty of humility.

75:4-5 We determine our judgement by our behavior: we reap what we sow. Judgement will be pleasant for the pleasant and unpleasant for the unpleasant. Judgement for all people will be swift and fair and complete.

75:6-8 Declare forever the reign of our God and sing praises to Him for His compassion and righteousness. 

75:9-10 The wicked will be thwarted, but the righteous make God proud and He lifts them high.