Psalm 57-8.24.22

Scripture

Psalm 57:7-11

7 My heart, O God, is steadfast,
    my heart is steadfast;
    I will sing and make music.

8 Awake, my soul!
    Awake, harp and lyre!
    I will awaken the dawn.

9 I will praise you, Lord, among the nations;
    I will sing of you among the peoples.

10 For great is your love, reaching to the heavens;
    your faithfulness reaches to the skies.

11 Be exalted, O God, above the heavens;
    let your glory be over all the earth.

Observation-What does it say?

King David wrote this Psalm when he was hiding in a cave from Saul, who was after his life!

Understanding-What does it mean?

King David’s heart remained steadfast in the Lord, through worship, even in the midst of scary circumstances.

Saul wanted to destroy David’s life and not just take everything from him, but actually kill him! What did he do in response? He took refuge in the Lord and worshipped Him!

Life Application

Worship through it!

Worship is not a feeling based activity. We worship because He, the King of Kings is worthy! We worship because He is our rock and stronghold in times of trouble. We worship because His love and faithfulness is great…It reaches to the heavens and the skies as verse 10 states. He is our refuge, strength, and ever present help in any trouble. (Psalm 46:1)

This song relates to this Psalm and also Psalm 36! King David seems to write with a theme. https://youtu.be/0OBRvxrzhqs

What is a worship song that you’ve been praising God with lately?

-Michelle Gaddi