Scripture: “The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.” – (28:7)
Observation: In this psalm, David is asking God not to put him into the same category as the wicked. He then goes on to praise the Lord for his protection, strength, and help.
Application: In olden days, a champion was one who fought on behalf of another. In today’s world, God is our champion! He protects and defends us because we belong to Him. We’ve been bought with the precious blood of His Son, and for all eternity, those who have placed their faith and trust in Jesus Christ will never be put in the same category as the wicked.
Because we do trust in God, we have the best reason to rejoice and praise Him! Our champion, the Lord Jesus Christ, is the declared winner in the ultimate battle between God and Satan. Revelation 12:10 states, “And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ: for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before our God day and night.” Praise the Lord, we are on the winning side!
Prayer: Heavenly Father, how I praise Your holy name! You are the almighty God, and there is none stronger than You! I do rejoice that You are my protector, helper, and my Saviour! You have given me Your joy, and I am so very blessed! Thank You, O God, for Your goodness to me! Your mercies endure forever! In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
Our God, our help in ages past, our hope for years to come,
Our shelter from the stormy blast, and our eternal home:
Under the shadow of your throne Your saints have dwelt secure;
Sufficient is your arm alone, and our defense is sure.
Before the hills in order stood or Earth received her frame,
From everlasting you are God, to endless years the same.
(from “O God, Our Help in Ages Past” by Isaac Watts)
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“Save thy people, and bless thine inheritance: feed them also, and lift them up for ever.” – Psalm 28:9