Good afternoon, everyone! And Happy Independence Day, America! I
love tea, and I love England, but I’m glad we’re our own nation now, even
though we are not, and have never been, perfect.
Only God is perfect. Speaking of…
Today I read Psalms 106-107, but I'll focus on part of Psalm 106, namely verses 1-5.
Praise the LORD! Oh give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; for His lovingkindness is everlasting. Who can speak of the mighty deeds of the LORD, or can show forth all His praise? How blessed are those who keep justice, who practice righteousness at all times! Remember me, O LORD, in Your favor toward Your people; visit me with Your salvation, that I may see the prosperity of Your chosen ones, that I may rejoice in the gladness of Your nation, that I may glory with Your inheritance.
This psalm begins cheerfully. "Praise the Lord, and give thanks!" "He is good." "His mercy lasts forever."
It continues to praise God, and then entreats God to remember the writer. However, I want to point out what I noticed here. The writer does not ask for selfish things. The writer asks for that God remember them so that the writer may see God's salvation, favor, and prosperity among all His people.
Isn't that an amazing prayer? Remember me, O God so that I can see the salvation of Your chosen ones, the prosperity of Your people.
This is like a three-in-one prayer. The writer asks God to remember them, but in the same sentences asks for God to bring salvation to His people, and then to bless them.
What a great thing to ask of God.
I admit, sometimes my prayers can be selfish, but I'm trying to be more conscious of what I say.
I hope you'll join me tomorrow when I read Psalms 108-114.
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