Complaints and Confidence

Bob Feather July 28th, 2008

Psalm 31

The psalm concludes by calling on all the saints to be encouraged in the Lord (Psalm 31:23-24). These words would be true even if David had enjoyed a sedate lifestyle; but coming from one who had experienced the worst hatred and lies that men could deliver, these words are even more powerful.
How often do we ask God to do something for His own names sake (Psalm 31:3)?
David committed his spirit into the hands of God (Psalm 31:5); Stephen did (Acts 7:59);and Jesus did, too (Luke 23:46). Shouldn’t you?
The next time you say, “I don’t have time,” remember Psalm 31:15.
Be slow to speak, lest you say something false (Psalm 31:22).

Psalm 86

“For” arguments why God should listen in Psalm 86:1-4.
David (Psalm 86:8) agrees with Moses (Exodus 15:11) that there is no other god like God.
The world would be a better place if all nations would worship God and glorify His name (Psalm 86:9).
A token for good (Psalm 86:17). Who wouldn’t want an added faith boost?

Psalm 31:23-24

23O love the LORD, all ye his saints: for the LORD preserveth the faithful, and plentifully rewardeth the proud doer.

24Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the LORD.

Psalm 31:3

3For thou art my rock and my fortress; therefore for thy name's sake lead me, and guide me.

Psalm 31:5

5Into thine hand I commit my spirit: thou hast redeemed me, O LORD God of truth.

Acts 7:59

59And they stoned Stephen, calling upon God, and saying, Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.

Luke 23:46

46And when Jesus had cried with a loud voice, he said, Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit: and having said thus, he gave up the ghost.

Psalm 31:15

15My times are in thy hand: deliver me from the hand of mine enemies, and from them that persecute me.

Psalm 31:22

22For I said in my haste, I am cut off from before thine eyes: nevertheless thou heardest the voice of my supplications when I cried unto thee.

Psalm 86:1-4

1Bow down thine ear, O LORD, hear me: for I am poor and needy.

2Preserve my soul; for I am holy: O thou my God, save thy servant that trusteth in thee.

3Be merciful unto me, O Lord: for I cry unto thee daily.

4Rejoice the soul of thy servant: for unto thee, O Lord, do I lift up my soul.

Psalm 86:8

8Among the gods there is none like unto thee, O Lord; neither are there any works like unto thy works.

Exodus 15:11

11Who is like unto thee, O LORD, among the gods? who is like thee, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders?

Psalm 86:9

9All nations whom thou hast made shall come and worship before thee, O Lord; and shall glorify thy name.

Psalm 86:17

17Shew me a token for good; that they which hate me may see it, and be ashamed: because thou, LORD, hast holpen me, and comforted me.