This Psalm is virtually identical to 2 Samuel 22. The fact that it is addressed to “the Chief Musician” demonstrates that it was designed for use in public worship. Mirroring the language of Exodus 15: and Deuteronomy 31:30, David gives praise to God for delivering him from the hand of all his enemies, among whom Saul was the foremost example.
Thesis:
It is good for us to recall of the wondrous things that the Lord has done for our souls so that others and we might praise Him for His faithfulness and mercy.
Lessons:
1. The only true safety in this world and in the next is found in communion with the Triune Jehovah (v. 1-3). Let us trust and worship Him accordingly. 2. Let us frequently recall in detail all of the ways in which Jehovah has answered our prayers and delivered our souls (v. 4-19). 3. The Lord shall bless His people when they trust in Him and obey Him (v. 20-27). He shall chasten us when we disobey Him. Let us pursue holiness, “without which no one shall see the Lord” (Heb. 12:14). 4. Let us not lose heart in the midst of trials or adversity. The Lord is able to sustain our faith and to cause us to triumph through all difficulties (v. 28-45). 5. We should always desire and pray that the grounds upon which we praise the Lord would direct others to worship Him also (v. 46-50). 6. Christ is a glorious King. We ought to pray that the nations would give Him glorious praise (v. 49).
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