Psalms 61-62
Dear RTB’ers,
Another two Psalms today, both ascribed to David, but neither pointing to any specific incident in his life – and he had a number of enemies! In both of these Psalms “the king” is specifically mentioned (Prolong the life of the king…, v. 61:6a) or suggested (They only plan to thrust him down from his high position. v. 62:4a). Is David the author, speaking in the third person? Or is there a different author, with the Psalms still ascribed to David? What is confusing to me today was probably straightforward years ago when these Psalms were spoken or sung, over and over, again and again, for thousands of years in temple and synagogue worship. Not an issue for us today…!
A note on Psalm 61:8 took me to an item in my Study Bible that was one of their earlier notes relating to Psalm 7:17, “Prayer springs from need, and praise must follow deliverance.” It struck me how true that is. We constantly pray when we have need(s) and we often give thanks when we see answered prayer, but does our thanks really lead to praise? Do we really honor God for who He is and what He has done for us? I know that I fall short in this realm. Again, I could learn from David.
Today’s verse worth noting: Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us. (v. 62:8) Carol and I are dealing with that trust right now as we are waiting for that person or family that will buy our farm. We go back in time and are confident in the Lord moving us in this direction, but waiting and praying for that buyer is difficult. In years past we’ve had difficulties selling properties and that past hangs over us. We do need to Trust in Him at all times… Please pray with us for that level of trust in our current situation.
Blessings.
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