Bible Chapter: Psalms 109 & 110

Because the Bible is practical, here are some statements to get you thinking.

1.  Write one or two key thoughts that come from today’s reading.
    There are many wicked people in the world who deserve judgment and punishment. Here we see David praying for God to judge the wicked and deceitful people. He desires justice and that people who deserve it will pay the price for their crimes. He said there are people who surround him with words of hatred and cursing. So, he prayed that God would let the wicked person’s days be few and let his children be fatherless. May he lose everything because of the evil that he has done.
    I am reminded of a song we have song that says “the Lord reigns, let the earth rejoice, let the people be glad that our God reigns”. The psalmist wrote prophetically about the Lordship and leadership of Jesus who will be a priest forever.

2.  What can I apply in my life from the reading?
    I don’t have to look far these days to find wicked people. All I have to do is pay attention to the news reports and I will see story after story of evil coming out of people’s hearts and bringing destruction and pain to others. There are still many wicked people in the world who deserve judgment and punishment. It seems these days that many people do not receive judgment and punishment and that they are getting away with their sin. This can be frustrating.  Whenever I am reminded that God is in control and that sinners will one day stand before Him, it brings peace and the assurance that they are not getting away with anything. God will be the righteous judge in His perfect time.

3.  How can I help someone?
    I want to help people see the importance of understanding accountability for their actions and the blessings of obedience to God. These thoughts seem to be missing in our world and people need to know the truths that come from them. Life is better when people understand and apply these truths from God.