Psalm 17

17:1
A prayer of David. Lord, consider my just cause! Pay attention to my cry
for help! Listen to the prayer I sincerely offer!
2
Make a just decision on my behalf! Decide what is right!
3
You have scrutinized my inner motives; you have examined me during the
night. You have carefully evaluated me, but you find no sin. I am determined
I will say nothing sinful.
4
As for the actions of people – just as you have commanded, I have not
followed in the footsteps of violent men.
5
I carefully obey your commands; I do not deviate from them.
6
I call to you for you will answer me, O God.Listen to me! Hear what I say!
7
Accomplish awesome, faithful deeds, you who powerfully deliver those who
look to you for protection from their enemies.
8
Protect me as you would protect the pupil of your eye! Hide me in the
shadow of your wings!
9
Protect me from the wicked men who attack me, my enemies who crowd around
me for the kill.
10
They are calloused; they speak arrogantly.
11
They attack me, now they surround me; they intend to throw me to the
ground.
12
He is like a lion that wants to tear its prey to bits, like a young lion
crouching in hidden places.
13
Rise up, Lord! Confront him! Knock him down! Use your sword to rescue me
from the wicked man!
14
Lord, use your power to deliver me from these murderers, from the
murderers of this world! They enjoy prosperity; you overwhelm them with the
riches they desire. They have many children, and leave their wealth to their
offspring.
15
As for me, because I am innocent I will see your face; when I awake you
will reveal yourself to me.

 

One thought:

 

Sometimes it feels like the Lord is slumbering and deaf to our cries. But He has risen up and in that resurrection is our hope, our security and our salvation.

 

 

Three questions:

 

What comparison does the Psalmist make between having earthly riches and spiritual ones (v14-15)

 

Would you rather see God face to face and be found innocent, or enjoy wealth and prosperity now?

 

Reflect on what you have received in Christ’s resurrection

 

 

Prayer:

 

Acknowledge God in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, He has risen up, defeated sin & death and made a way for eternal life.

Give thanks for all the things that come with trusting in Jesus resurrection.

Ask God to help you trust in Him and not to covet what some unbelievers may have now.

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