He professes his confidence in God Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers (7) This verse echoes Psalm 23:4; Psalm 30:3; Psalm 71:20. He said, Rejoice and be glad for great is your reward in heaven. There is a reward given for suffering. This means that my trial with depression is used to help believers who have experienced trials that are different from mine. earnestly I seek you; Read More. So amid cheers and to the sound of ram's horns, David and all the people of Israel carried the ark of the LORD. it convinces me that I am actually in a real conversation with God himself, my very Creator. 6:46). You are my ever-present help in times of trouble. Look at what he prayed in Psalms 51:12: Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me (emphasis mine). These were his thoughts, not only at the end of his life but throughout his life. Plead my cause, O LORD, with them that strive with me: fight against them that fight against me, Psalm 56:1,2,9 To the chief Musician upon Jonathelemrechokim, Michtam of David, when the Philistines took him in Gath. (Psalms 113:4, NIV). In two Old Testament books - perhaps more than most of the others - we are told, over and over, about the glory of God: Isaiah and Psalms. Focus on Gods sovereignty and purpose in trials. Learn to PRAISE GOD in the midst of trouble from King David himself. They answered and said unto the king, True, O king. God - GOD. 3:23, "for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." Next . David brought his reign to a close talking to God, and talking to His people about God. Trials help us evaluate our faith. It does not say Paul was prideful, but God was saving him from the sin of pride through this humbling experience. These believers were being persecuted for following Christ; they were being persecuted for being different. The writer uses the word hardship to refer to any kind of trial we go through. Psalm 17:7 Shew thy marvellous lovingkindness, O thou that savest by thy right hand them which put their trust in thee from those that rise up against them. Yep, praising God in the midst of trouble is a powerful tool. He did this with Ananias and Saphira in Acts 5. In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fadekept in heaven for you, who through faith are shielded by Gods power until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time (emphasis mine).1 Peter 1:35. They cannot think, honor or edify one another. of Every time I worship God I need to be mindful of His greatness. (Psalms 105:3, NIV). I cry to you, O Lord; I say, "you are my refuge, my portion in the land of the living.". Proud member It is temporary, not just because of the fact that it will end in time, but it is a little while in comparison to the salvation and inheritance you will experience for eternity. And into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fadekept in heaven for you (1 Pet 1:4). But, during this depression God comforted me through his Word. Application Question: Why do so many Christians lose this joy in their salvation which is meant to sustain them during trials? David's Prayer 10 David praised the LORD in the presence of the whole assembly, saying, "Praise be to you, LORD, the God of our father Israel, from everlasting to everlasting. When this person eventually encounters trouble or persecution, they fall away from God and never return. Listen to what Hebrews says: No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Begin with a Bible verse of praise, a pre-written prayer, or even a worship song. On that day David decreed for the first time that thanks be given to the Lord by Asaph and his relatives: "Give thanks to the Lord; call on his name; proclaim his deeds among the peoples. But eventually - analysis and argument must give way to adoration. Against the wrath.-- Or perhaps, upon the wrath. Let us hear that this inheritance is not only heavenly, but it will be earthly. Why? When shall I come and appear before God? It brings joy because it is in the midst of the trial that we see Christ and know him more. In Isaiah we discover statements like this: "The moon will be abashed, the sun ashamed; for the LORD Almighty will reign on Mount Zion and in Jerusalem, and before its elders, gloriously. Focus on eternity; trials are brief in comparison to eternity. 2 I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth: for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name. 3:23). It seems to be the same argument used by Peter, since he has just talked about our heavenly inheritance. Listen to what the writer of Hebrews said about trials: Endure hardship as discipline; God is treating you as sons. (Psa. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.46 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. John heard the great roar of the multitude in heaven; they were shouting: "Hallelujah! The point the author is trying to make, is that God is in control of every hardship a believer goes through (cf. By Warren E. Berkley From Expository Files 5.12; December 1998. 48:10). If it only lasted for a couple of years, it would be less expensive. Or, does it pull you away from him, his people, and his will for your life? A strong personality. Many have experienced this in athletics or the military, as they have gone through both joys and difficulties with those around them. The promise of Romans 8:28 is only true if our salvation and inheritance are secure; only then can all things work together for the good of those who love the Lord. David goes on to say that God is "enthroned on the praises of Israel."In other words, God has been praised by his people through the years, because he has been faithful to them and always sustained them. The imperishableness of gold is one of the things that make it valuable. Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is Gods will for you in Christ Jesus. He encourages the Lord's people to respect God and offers wisdom leading to a long and blessed life. This is not their fault, and it is not necessarily a lack of spirituality. It awakens your spiritual self to view a heavenly perspective. We must develop an eternal perspective. James says blessed, or happy, is the man who perseveres under trial. Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! How can this bring joy? You will find that it is in the fire that your intimacy with Christ becomes the greatest. Psalm 73:26. He knows exactly what you need and how much you can handle. It is to recognize the fact that they can exist together. Those of you who are hard-hearted and never cry, God teaches you to cry through pain. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For the choir director; set to Al-tashheth. 3 who forgives all your sins. A good example of this is Peter and Judas. Ed, Issue 46, Winter 2023. Death is the ultimate way to turn someone from sin. This verse can also be translated as a command rejoice in this. The believers were suffering in all kinds of trials. James said the same thing: Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life (emphasis mine) that God has promised to those who love him (Jas 1:12). He promised never to leave or abandon his children, so we can count on his presence, even when our emotions can't confirm it. Lean on the words of others until you find your own. "And the glory of the LORD will be revealed, and all mankind together will see it. But I will sing of your strength;I will sing aloud of your steadfast love in the morning.For you have been to me a fortressand a refuge in the day of my distress.O my Strength, I will sing praises to you,for you, O God, are my fortress,the God who shows me steadfast love. Application Question: What are your thoughts about the concept of God being in control of every trial and him only allowing them if they are necessary? I will give them a crown. Peter saw this and focused on this in the midst of his trials. It was hard work to serve for her, but it felt like only a few days because of love. That means He doesn't have to clear anything with anybody! Make level paths for your feet so that the lame may not be disabled, but rather healed (emphasis mine). In fact, James talks about a faith without works, as demonic faith. He says even the demons believe and shudder (Jas 2:19). However, those who are not trained by it often develop strongholds. We do that by rejoicing in the benefits of our salvation. Whatever Pauls trial, it was given to him because of the surpassing great revelations he had received from God. Chapter 69. How many of us are missing joy in our trials? Against the wrath.--Or perhaps, upon the wrath. How Daniels Prophecy of 70 Weeks Connects to the End Times, 4 Ways the Parable of the Sower Encourages Spiritual Growth. Maybe we are lacking joy because we are not cultivating this loving relationship with Christ. I will praise the name of God with a song;I will magnify him with thanksgiving. However, genuine faith lasts forever, and faith that ultimately falls away from God in the midst of trials is spurious. We rejoice in our undefiled inheritance. This is Deut. We praise God in prayer. This is not true faith. "Save me, O God!": This psalm attributed to David is a cry of despair to the Lord when he was being afflicted by enemies that seemed to surround him at all times. They can co-exist in the same way an expectant mother can go through the travail of birth and still have joy in thinking about what is to come. Listen to the story of the seed sown upon rocks. 11 Yours, LORD, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is yours. It is simple - praise to God reminds you that you are not alone. Plus, get a set of printable prayer and scripture cards, including these 20 Bible verses for praising God in hard times. Suddenly there was such a violent earthquake that the foundations of the prison were shaken. Jesus said, "But why do you call Me 'Lord, Lord' and do not do the things which I say?" These have come so that your faithof greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by firemay be proved genuine and may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed (emphasis mine).1 Peter 1:7. Typically, we honor those who are successful and do great things. Peter, in speaking to these Christians, says they are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy because of their love and belief in Christ. It is false faith. Through Song. My plans, my purpose, my schedule. Gold is valuable in part because of how long it lasts, but gold will eventually fade and corrupt, unlike true faith. He teaches you how to be able to feel others heartaches. The heavens are our inheritance, and the earth will one day be as well, yet so many of us walk around in sadness, anger, and depression. He doesnt waste anything. The book of Hebrews begins with an eloquent, beautiful statement about GOD SPEAKING THROUGH THIS SON (Heb. I will reward those who have faith in the midst of their trials. Scripture says we should rejoice in this (1 Pet 1:6). A Mikhtam of David, when Saul sent men and they watched the house in order to kill him. Was it a voice of complaint? Hebrews 12:12, 13 says this: Therefore, strengthen your feeble arms and weak knees. Ephesians 1:3 says we have every spiritual blessing in heavenly places. His Word has reached our hearts and had the intended influence. Copyright 2021 The Busy Woman's Bible Study, Copyright 2016 The Busy Woman's Bible Study. The trial was not an accident it was necessary for your growth and maturation in Christ. Who stills the roaring of the seas, the roaring of their waves, the tumult of the peoples, I will thank you forever, because you have done it. This was something shameful in that culture. But thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel. When you read Psalms, you can find so many verses about God's children singing praise even in the midst of hard times. Let us remember, how Jesus responded to those who professed salvation in Matt 7:23; he says, I never knew you. They were not saved and lost it. David begins this stirring and prayerful statement by praising the name of God; in another place he wrote: "According to Your Name, O God, so is Your praise to the ends of the earth," (Psa. Praise the. It happened that, when the ark of the LORD entered the City of David, Michal Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me, Thou shalt stretch forth thine hand against the wrath of mine enemies, Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not, Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular, Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct, Verb - Piel - Imperfect - second person masculine singular | first person common singular, The nose, nostril, the face, a person, ire, Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct | first person common singular, Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular, Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular, Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive imperfect - second person masculine singular | first person common singular, To be open, wide, free, to be safe, to free, succor, David praises God for the truth of his word, He prophesies that the kings of the earth shall praise God, Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers, OT Poetry: Psalm 138:7 Though I walk in the midst (Psalm Ps Psa. And - God "did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self discipline," (2 Tim. This is really happening. 9 Hide Your face from my sins, And blot out all my iniquities. O Lord, my God you are my refuge and my strength. where there is no water. For many, when they go through a church split or they were harmed by a church leader, they fall away from the faith and never return. The power of praise in times of trouble is that His joy bubbles up inside of you and covers you in peace. It is this way with any good father. BUT NOW - at the end of all this analysis and argument and affirmation -- THERE IS ADORATION! I will praise the Lord, who counsels me;even at night my heart instructs me.I keep my eyes always on the Lord. She has joy because she has the right focus as she considers this new baby that will be birthed into the world. 3. Hi, I'm Kathryn! (Isaiah 40:5, NIV). Verse Concepts. His existence is timeless; He had no beginning, He anticipates no end. My everything. I tell you, the devil will put some of you in prison to test you, and you will suffer persecution for ten days. Some people are kept from their inheritance because of their own death. It will become drudgery. Judas didnt have genuine faith. It melted at a lower temperature. Confession of God's Promises - The basis of our authority in prayer is the word of God. That secures a freedom from distraction and instills a confidence to proceed in prayer as the Holy Spirit leads. When it seems like my world is crumbling around me and I am thrown around by the storms of my life, take away my fear. Notice - he gives the reason for our dependence on God - for from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. It relates to my feelings and truths. Whats the secret for a Christian to have joy while suffering through bankruptcy, cancer or even a lost child? 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