Chronological Bible Study – May 8
What I Noticed Today (Psalms 25, 29, 33, 36, 39)
Psalm 25
Psalm 25 is an acrostic; each verse starts with successive letters of the Hebrew alphabet. David lifts up his soul to the Lord without shame, praying that God would show him His ways, and asks for forgiveness for past sins (vv. 1-7). David speaks of the goodness of the Lord, teaching sinners and guiding the humble and asks once again for forgiveness for past sins (vv. 8-11). He describes the person who fears the Lord as the one with whom the Lord reveals his covenant (vv. 12-14). Concluding, David prays for the Lord’s deliverance and to forgive his sins (vv. 15-22).
Psalm 29
David calls on the angels three times to give (ascribe) glory to the Lord (vv. 1-2). Seven times David refers to the ‘voice of the Lord’ as thunder that is powerful, majestic, even shaking the wilderness (vv. 3-9). He concludes that the Lord is enthroned forever, giving strength to His people (vv. 10-11).
Psalm 33
Psalm 33 is a psalm of praise to the Lord. Those who trust in the Lord have the assurance of salvation. Verses 1-3 are a call to praise the Lord and give thanks to Him. The reason we should praise is that the Lord is faithful to fulfill His promises, He is righteous, and is steadfast in His love (vv. 4-19). Concluding, David says the faithful demonstrate their faith by waiting expectantly for deliverance, they trust in Him, and they pray for His steadfast love (vv. 20-22).
Psalm 36
Psalm 36 records an oracle reported by David concerning the philosophy and lifestyle of wicked unbelievers. This stands in contrast to David’s personal knowledge of the nature of God.
Verses 1-4 explains that the wicked have no fear of the Lord, so they commit evil acts with impunity. Not only do they not think about rejecting evil, but they also plot evil.
In contrast, verses 5-9 describe the love, faithfulness, and justice of God to David and the obedient believers.
In verses 10-12, David prayed that the Lord would continue to love and protect those who fear God from the arrogant and wicked.
Psalm 39
The theme of Psalm 39 is similar to Psalm 38, but the attacks by his enemies have ceased.
In verses 1-6, David recognized the brevity of life as he resolved not to sin with his tongue, while at the same time seeking relief from the Lord during this brief life.
In verses 7-13, David asked God to deliver him from his transgressions and to stop chastening him because he was completely spent. David concludes with a prayer that God would hear his plea for relief.
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