Psalm 5

 

 

In this morning psalm, David once again begins by crying out to God in prayer.  And as he looks to God his King, he waits expectantly for God's answer.  David recognizes that God abhors sin, and gives indication that his enemies are wicked, evil, boastful, liars, bloodthirsty, and deceitful.  In contrast, David bows in humility, knowing that he is only able to enter God's presence because of His great love and mercy.   He prays that God will guide his path in righteousness.  Verse 9 is actually quoted in Romans 3:13 to illustrate that there is none righteous because of the depravity of all mankind.  Verse 10 is what puts this psalm in the category of imprecatory psalms, as David calls for God's judgment upon his enemies.  However, it is because they have rebelled against God; so David is just speaking truth about God's righteous judgment, points to future destruction of the wicked, and in context of the psalm hopefully motivates repentance.  In his closing, David says that all who take refuge in God and love His name will rejoice, be protected, and be blessed.

Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when meditating on this psalm:

  • Verses 1-3
    • When I pray, do I look up to the LORD and watch for His answer?
  • Verses 4-6
    • What do these verses say about God's Holiness?
  • Verse 7
    • Take some time now to thank God that through His great love and mercy, we are able to enter His presence and worship Him.
  • Verse 8
    • In what specific areas of my life do I need to pray for God's leading and guidance?
  • Verses 9-10
    •  Pray for all those whom these verses describe.
  • Verses 11-12
    •  What actions of the righteous described in these verses are demonstrated in my life?

 

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Grace said…
How many of you were, like me, singing the "Psalm 5" worship song in your head all week as you meditated on this psalm? (Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVfjusmz06M)
October 4, 2020 at 8:40 AM
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