Truth 101 Class

  Psalm 108 is essentially a combination of two other psalms:  verses 1-5 are similar to Psalm 57:7-11 and verses 6-13 are like Psalm 60:5-12.  However, as a whole, this psalm of David can be seen from a new perspective.  After the lifting of thanks and praises to God, it is a prayer of trust in God's promises for deliverance from enemies. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when meditating on this psalm: Verses 1-3 The psalmist praises God with singing and instruments, individually with all his soul, and corporately among all the peoples and nations.  What are the variety of ways in which we can offer praises and thanks to the LORD? Verses 4-5 How do these verses remind us of why God is worthy of our praises and thanks? Verses 6-13 How do these verses provide assurance that God will deliver us from the Enemy? Verse 12 recognizes that without God, our human attempts are vain.  How have I found this to be true in my own life? If you would like to medita

  Psalm 107 is an exhortation to give thanks to the LORD for His goodness and love.  After the introduction, it proceeds with four illustrations of God's redemption from troubles during 1) wanderings through desert wastelands, 2) captivity under the shadow of death, 3) afflictions from sinful disobedience, and 4) fears from stormy seas. The psalm closes with a contrast between consequences of evil versus blessings to the upright.  Verses 23-43 include the last illustration and the conclusion. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when meditating on this psalm: Verses 23-32 What storms and fears has God calmed in my life? Verses 33-42 In these verses, how are consequences for evil contrasted with blessings for the upright? Verse 43 From reflecting on the whole psalm and considering the steadfast love of the LORD, what wisdom can I gain?  If you would like to meditate on this psalm through music as well, following is a link to a YouTube video: "Psalm

  Psalm 107 is an exhortation to give thanks to the LORD for His goodness and love.  After the introduction, it proceeds with four illustrations of God's redemption from troubles during 1) wanderings through desert wastelands, 2) captivity under the shadow of death, 3) afflictions from sinful disobedience, and 4) fears from stormy seas. The psalm closes with a contrast between consequences of evil versus blessings to the upright.  Verses 1-22 include the introduction and the first three illustrations. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when meditating on this psalm: Verses 1-3 These verses can be viewed as a response to the answered prayer from Psalm 106:47, likely of Israel gathered together again after their captivity and exile.  What are some answers to prayer for which we can now give thanks to the LORD? Verses 4-9 Are there times I have wandered away but found no real satisfaction for my soul? Verses 10-16 What chains has God broken me free from