Bible Chapter: Psalms 87 & 88

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.
    God has put His exceptional blessings on the city of Zion, on Jerusalem.  It is a great blessing to say a person was born there.  The gates of the city where so much important business takes place are a special place.  Glorious things are said of this city of God.  People sing of this glorious place.
    Psalm 88 is the cry of a soul needing God’s help.  The fact that he cries out to God continually shows that he knows where to turn in times of trouble.  We can see shades of the story of Job here.  The writer expresses the thought that it feels like God is no where around.  He feels alone.

2.  What can I apply in my life from the reading?
    Having had the privilege of being in Jerusalem, I have to say it is a very unique and special place.  I especially enjoyed going to one of the downtown streets and walking around. God’s presence is felt in the whole nation.  This reminds me of the importance of God’s presence.  There is nothing better than to experience the power and love of God in life.
    There are tough times in life.  There are times when a person feels as if God has abandoned him.  We won’t always understand all the issues and challenges of life.  We do have the promise given to all believers that God will never abandon us. Nothing can separate us from the love of Jesus.

3.  How can I help someone?
    Run to the Lord.  Expect His help.  Know that He is there for all who truly reach out to Him even when we don’t see the kind of results we would like to have.