Bible Chapter: Psalms 7 & 8

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.
    Here we find a prayer for deliverance.  This was a time of trouble for David.  He came to God take refuge, crying out for His protection against those who would hurt him.  God’s desire is that people will serve Him.  When God’s people are under attack they can receive His help.  They need to commit to God and strive to have an upright heart.  David said in his prayer that he did have an upright heart.  He was humble before, and submissive to, God.  God is a just Judge and will deal with wicked people in His proper time.
    Psalm 8 is a Psalm of praise to God.  Lord, Your name is excellent and high in all the earth.  Your glory is above anything, anywhere.  You, the almighty Creator, have made us your highest creation.  You have given people rule over the animals, over your creation.  God, you are awesome.

2.  What can I apply in my life from the reading?
    God is worthy of all the praise and worship people can give him.  I have recently read some comments that God doesn’t need the praise people can give Him.  It is more important to God that we be happy.  That is pathetic.  God is SO WORTHY of all the worship His creation can give Him.  We are blessed to have God in our lives.  Life is not about us, but about God.  When there is trouble, we can turn to Him.  We can enter His presence as we worship Him.  We can let God take care of those who need judgement.

3.  How can I help someone?
    Learn to give worship to God.  Declare His mighty acts to the world to hear.  Learn to trust Him through the troubles in life.  God is always here to help.