Study 58 From the Book of
Psalms is: Psalms 74
The psalm starts in
anguish, because of the ruined sanctuary. At verse 12 it changes completely
into a resounding hymn of praise to God, Creator and Redeemer. But both
sections contain earnest pleas for God to act on behalf of His name and of His
own.
1.
Consider
(a) the psalmist’s survey and summary of Israel’s shattering defeat (verses
1-11); and (b) how he then reminds himself that God is Creator, Redeemer and
King (verses 12-17). As a Christian, can you face disaster and discomfort with
such an assurance about God? Cf. Rom. 8:18, 28.
2.
Note
the boldness and the persistence of the psalmist’s requests. See verses 2, 3,
10, 11, 18-23. What is the basis of his confidence? Have you learnt thus to
plead in prayer both for Church and nation? Note the reasons the psalmist gives
why God should answer.
Note. Verses 4, 9. ‘Our
signs’: i.e., the outward signs of the worship of God had been replaced by
heathen ‘signs’ setup by their enemies.
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