Psalm 53
These are terrifying times. My social media feeds alternate between sheer hysteria and loud claims of fraud. Recent press briefings suggest that this week (April 5 – 11, 2020) could be the worst week America has faced since – you choose the comparison: Pearl Harbor (December 7, 1941) or September 11, 2001.
Then I read the words of this song of David. It is titled, A Maskil of David. Scholars aren’t certain what the word ‘maskil’ means. It doesn’t read like it would have been a top-40 hit among worshipers in any era. The Apostle Paul will quote from this song in his well-known indictment of sin, found in Romans 3, which concludes with this stinging accusation: “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23, HCSB)
Yes, these a terrifying times. What is even more terrifying is to fall into the hands of God as will the fool defined in verse 1 of this Psalm – “The fool says in his heart, “God does not exist.” They are corrupt, and they do vile deeds. There is no one who does good.” (Psalm 53:1, HCSB)
Pray with David – “Oh, that Israel’s deliverance would come from Zion! When God restores the fortunes of His people, Jacob will rejoice; Israel will be glad.” (Psalm 53:6, HCSB)
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