Dear Friends in Christ: The psalmist sings a song of praise for God’s faithfulness in Psalm 138. God has answered the psalmist’s prayers, and God continues to deliver them from trouble. The psalmist calls upon the rulers of the earth to lift up their praise and thanksgiving to God, because God’s steadfast love endures forever. The psalmist concludes with a petition to God to not forsake the work God is doing. Psalm 138, New International Version 1 I will praise you, Lord, with all my heart; before the “gods” I will sing your praise. 2 I will bow down toward your holy temple and will praise your name for your unfailing love and your faithfulness, for you have so exalted your solemn decree that it surpasses your fame. 3 When I called, you answered me; you greatly emboldened me. 4 May all the kings of the earth praise you, Lord, when they hear what you have decreed. 5 May they sing of the ways of the Lord, for the glory of the Lord is great. 6 Though the Lord is exalted, he looks kindly on the lowly; though lofty, he sees them from afar. 7 Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life. You stretch out your hand against the anger of my foes; with your right hand you save me. 8 The Lord will vindicate me; your love, Lord, endures forever-- do not abandon the works of your hands. Those who are close to God live in reality, and those who believe in human power live in a world of fantasy. The singer begins with individual thanks for God's lasting love and care. Anytime we go to God in prayer, it's a good thing to open in thanksgiving. Why? Because, like humility, God blesses an attitude of gratitude. What is your experience of song/prayer/worship that begins in gratitude? What difference has this attitude meant to you? In His Service, P Jim ♥️⚓️ Comments are closed.
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