1 Peter 5:6-7 – we are to cast all our cares upon him. When we cast ourselves on God alone for deliverance, He gets all the praise when He answers our prayers. Allow Yourself To Grieve - Psalm 13 Sermon Questions. It is a psalm that shows David’s trust in the Lord both as he wrote and Why? Maybe that’s why he is called a man after God’s heart! was listening. As someone has said, “One plus God is a majority.” Or, as Paul puts it (Rom. 2 Many are saying of me, "God will not deliver him." His enemies taunted Him (Matt. EXPOSITION:. We should learn to humble ourselves before God, realizing that our only plea is His grace. As reports came in of the tens of thousands set against him, he was not afraid (Ps. 2:1-10; Ps. this psalm. The final strophe (3:7-8) gives a repeated prayer and an affirmation of faith that God alone can deliver and bless His people. Salvation belongs to the Lord; Your blessing be upon Your people.”. It is the most bitter of all afflictions to be lead [sic] to fear that there is no help for us in God. Note how David personalizes it, that the Lord is a shield “about me.” Your faith in the Lord must be personal. commandment of the LORD, to do evil in His sight? When he fled from his son Absalom. A. LORD, how many are my foes! demonstrate the trust in God that David had? caves, being pursued, David was still able to sleep. It is Life as you knew it suddenly changed drastically and fell apart. Strophe two (3:3-4) records his initial prayer. 3 But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.. 4 I cried unto the LORD with my voice, and he heard me out of his holy hill. This 1. psalm”. Matthew 10:35-36 – a man’s enemies will be those of his own household. Life changed drastically on that fateful day for Mr. and Mrs. Nixon! Think also of Jesus as he was betrayed by Judas Iscariot. 3:14). Many people can quote portions of this Psalm, but do they truly know the Psalm and the meaning for which it was written. Chapter He cursed at David, threw stones at him, and accused him of being a worthless man who had brought about his own downfall by being a man of bloodshed (these events are described in 2 Samuel 15 & 16). 15:25-26), “Return the ark of God to the city. Understanding that background gives us insight into the actual meaning of this A leader or several leaders begin to spread seeds of discontent among the church. enemies. PSALM 3. Scripture Psalm Sort Bible Verse. 3. When he fled from his son Absalom. shall lie with your wives in the sight of this sun.12 For you did it How long will my enemy triumph over me? 3. Scripture: Psalm 1. You move out of the White House. started with David’s sin with Bathsheba – 2 Samuel 11. example. In verse 1, many were rising up against David. 6:10). Ecclesiastes 5:12 – the sleep of a laboring man is sweet, D.         We This is the first psalm with a title: A Psalm of David when he fled from Absalom his son. His claim that God has anointed him as king is a joke! The whole of Psalm 3, but especially verses 5-6, is a real-life drama illustrating Philippians 4:6-7: “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. Vs. 4 says he cried to the Lord with his voice. Where is your “Why have you despised the Believing prayer always keeps this kingdom purpose in focus. Psalm 3 Psalms You are always surrounded by a cadre of Secret Service agents whose job is to protect you at risk of their own lives. Strophe three (3:5-6) shows the peace that results from his prayer. But if He should say thus, ‘I have no delight in you,’ behold, here I am, let Him do to me as seems good to Him.” David’s heart was humbled before God. For David to address God as Yahweh had the same connotation as New Testament believers addressing Him as, “Abba, Father” (Willem VanGemeren, Expositor’s Bible Commentary, ed. Also Although David had great earthly acclaim before this catastrophe, he is acknowledging that his identification with the Lord is his only claim to glory. sleepless night? First, David’s adversaries were increasing in number. How many rise up against me! You have killed Uriah the Psalm 3: Series: Psalms ... Text-Featuring a sermon is a less expensive way to bring this sermon to the attention of thousands on the right bar with optional newsletter inclusion. The Search OF the Savior: Why Jesus Came, Part 2 (Gal. 5 “I. Whether you agreed or not with the man politically, it was a sad spectacle to watch. '"), (“All who hate me whisper Life was falling apart for David. 6:16). In this lab, John Piper shows us that many do not blossom with the beauty of Christlikeness because they are not rooted in the word of God. But as I walked up the sidewalk towards the meeting that evening, I was anxious. "An evil disease," they 12:10-12, “Why have you despised the Rather, he acknowledges that any victory would come from God alone. God’s “holy mountain” (or hill, 3:4) refers to Mount Zion in Jerusalem, where the ark of the covenant remained. their contents being written by one who was obviously more familiar with Psalm 4 is sometimes called “the evening psalm” Tonight we will examine Exactly what will befall him he could not say, but he their victorious cry – “There is no help for him in God.” 3 Look on me and answer, Lord my God. On January 17, 2004, a 66-ton whale died and was beached on the southwestern coast of Taiwan, near the city of Tainan. Introduction. You trusted him. When the NASB uses “Lord” (not small caps), it is translating the Hebrew, Adonai, meaning “Sovereign Lord.” “Lord” in small caps translates Yahweh, the personal, covenant name of God. “CHRIST REIGNS” Psalm 93 . I cried aloud to the LORD, and he answered me from his holy hill. together against me; Against me they devise my hurt. They were saying, “Hypocrite! Title: A psalm of David. When understanding guides your heart, you sleep will be sweet – Proverbs Everything young and fresh, everything bright and smiling, everything buoyant and happy, may be traced to the perpetual youth of Godhead, which streams forth for ever and ever, impregnating all receptive souls and substances with its own quality. Psalm 40:1–3 1 I ... drew me up from w the pit of destruction, out of x the miry bog, and y set my feet upon a rock, z making my steps secure. word that is some sort of musical term. By way of application, it refers to God restoring to us the joy that we had before the crisis brought us low. 2) It identifies itself as the prayer David prayed as. LORD, how are they increased that trouble me! The valley of the Even my own familiar friend in whom I trusted, Who ate my bread, Has lifted I call out to the LORD, and he answers me from his holy mountain. 27:5-6). 1. There is question as to the inspiration of these titles as C.       The The word begins to spread and more people begin to air their grievances to these “sympathetic” leaders. 14 – Absalom returns and David forgives him. He always had enemies, but the ranks were growing daily. 15 – Absalom then with looks and persuasion turns the people against David Note that even though God knows all these details, David tells Him what’s going on. 3. Selah. How can he claim to follow God? the first of many psalms to contain a title describing who wrote it and the Consider Jesus on the cross as His enemies mocked Him. Like a dam that first leaks and then suddenly bursts, the raging torrent of the rebellion was threatening to sweep David and his loyal followers to their deaths. And in the end, God saved David. I think of Psalm 3 as a page in David s Journal or, if they had such things in his day, it … A. The Lord is My Shield (3-4). where David found his strength and it is where we too find strength. Jul 21, 1980. He knew the Lord was with him. Blogs are journals written on line so others can read them. C.       “And He 4 Outlines . 3. The sermon below “The Fast Lane or the Right Path” was excerpted from James Boice.Psalms 1-41: An Exposition of the Psalms. Notice vehement prayer. Psalm 110:3 I. soul to keep. do anything to us, V.                  He shields us from the enemy’s attacks. 3. It brought home to David his own failure as a father. And the most painful wound of all was the treachery and betrayal of Absalom. 1. When he fled from his son Absalom. Nobody cares anymore what you say or think, unless you’re ready to confess your guilt in the scandal. 8:37). The crown of righteousness when sin and death are forever defeated and God's people share in eternal glory, 2 Tim. Are we right with God when we pillow our head? It also occurs frequently throughout the Psalms (5:12; 18:2, 30, 35; 28:7; 33:20; et. Because often it exposes their darkness good will prevail. 4. People who already are unhappy about something gravitate to these men, thinking that they may understand their complaints. 3) It is called a morning Psalm because of v.s. Find Top Church Sermons, Illustrations, and Preaching Slides on Psalm 1:1-3. David's central request in Psalm 5: Lead me, O Lord, in your righteousness because of my enemies, make Your way straight before my face. No one dared to get on his bad side. 1. But, Jesus was without any sin or guilt. Here is Life fell apart. David, we find the first in which we are told when it was written. Even in sleep, the Lord sustained him (5-6). 27:43), “He trusts in God; let God rescue Him now, if He delights in Him; for He said, ‘I am the Son of God.’” And, even worse, as He bore our sin Jesus felt forsaken by the Father as heard in His awful cry (Matt. 15:25-26. Some say that to pray in faith means to “command God” to act according to His promises. Some think that Ezra wrote some of them as an Selah. These painful situations follow a pattern similar to Absalom’s rebellion. God is not on the side of such a phony!” C. H. Spurgeon (A Treasury of David [Baker], 1:25) writes. deals with struggles in the life of the godly, which causes them to depend on God for strength. So David asks God to break their teeth, which would render them powerless. The resentment built and Absalom began to court the disgruntled people in the kingdom, offering himself as a more sympathetic leader than his powerful father was. Why does God not always remove the consequences of our sins, even after we’ve repented? Psalm 3 - A psalm of David. 6 Though thousands come against my life, I will not be afraid or fear. shall never depart from your house, because you have despised Me, and have will take your wives before your eyes and give them to your neighbor, and he Absalom is banished. How many rise up against me! Your many years of love and sacrifice on his behalf were met with scorn and anger. 1. In the first four verses of Ps. cannot sleep? 4:4-7), 3. 3 But You, Lord, are my strength and shield, My glory, who my head lifts still. Psalm 3. Life fell apart. 5:13 – is anyone among you suffering, let him pray. secretly, but I will do this thing before all Israel, before the sun. Give light to my eyes, or I You have a private jet, helicopter, and limousine, plus a private retreat, at your disposal as you carry out the nation’s business. Ministry Centre. Meditate on the Word of the Lord Day and Night. Zadok and the Levites were carrying the ark to join David in his escape. Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture Quotations are from the New American Standard Bible, Updated Edition © The Lockman Foundation, Steve served as the pastor of Flagstaff Christian Fellowship from May, 1992 through his retirement in December, 2018. Why is this wrong? many are they that rise up against me.. 2 Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God. You have killed Uriah the He wasn’t really worried. 3:24 Scripture: Psalm 1. “The Fast Lane or the Right Path” – A Sermon on Psalm 1. He was so sound asleep in the prison between two guards that the angel sent to rescue him had to hit him to wake him up (Acts 12:7)! It is during this time that David penned this psalm. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” David cried out to God in prayer, then he went to bed—not in the palace, but camped in the wilderness—and slept through the night. Home BLOG An Exposition of Psalm 23 (preached this sermon at my Church) September 7, 2020. speaks of laying down, sleeping and arising again. Do we David was probably alone and he poured out his spirit to God whom he knew God revealed Himself to Moses with this name at the burning bush. At press conferences, reporters try to parse the nuance of your every sentence. heard me.”  Truly God hears and answers prayers that are offered in faith – He was the anointed king of God’s people. Every now and then you hear of a news story about people who do something very brave, acting without any fear of what might happen. It Copyright, Steven J. Cole, 2008, All Rights Reserved. Today, July 7th is Dr. Boice’s birthday in Heaven! Many are saying of me, ‘God will not deliver him.’ But you, LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high. '11 Thus says the LORD: Also, no matter where we’re at or in what kind of difficult circumstances we find ourselves—even if our difficulties are the result of our own sin or failure—we can cry out to the Lord for grace and know that He will hear and answer according to His purpose. Bible Verse; Newest; Oldest; Most Viewed; Most Shared; Sermon. Second, verse 2 reports the words of David’s enemies, who were impugning his relationship with God. David is acknowledging to God that he is not able in himself to handle this overwhelming situation. But after his return, David refused to see his wayward son for two years. Will you forget me forever? But even though now David was separated geographically from the symbol of God’s dwelling place, the separation was no hindrance to his prayers. What about you? Some think it means “a musical PSALM 1:1-3. and he is forced to flee the city of Jerusalem for his life. Where is the proper balance between prayer and the use of permissible means? But the resignation of President Nixon was not nearly as traumatic and humiliating as the events that hit King David when his son Absalom led a revolt against him. Check out these helpful resources Biblical Commentary Sermons Children’s Sermons Hymn Lists. SermonAudio.com - Psalm 3 Sermons. Things were snowballing against David. John Piper Jul 21, 1980 64 Shares Sermon. and cast away their cords from us.” 4 He who v sits in the heavens w laughs; the Lord holds them in derision. Although, as I said, I’ve never gone through anything close to David’s experience, I have weathered a few difficult attacks. Pastor Ron Vitosky. When life falls apart, you can experience God’s peace by laying hold of Him in believing prayer. 2 Samuel 18 records Absalom’s defeat and It is an intimate, personal cry for help. long…”  The theme of the book of Revelation could be, “The Avenging of the David’s restoration as king. up his heel against me.”)  speaks of another “friend” of David If I find favor in the sight of the Lord, then He will bring me back again and show me both it and His habitation. Then we get to v. 4, and it doesn't fit. He pictures his enemies as ravenous beasts baring their teeth, ready to devour him. He Scoundrel! Absalom fled into exile for several years, but later was permitted to return. Conclusion. Even if our enemies kill us, we can have God’s peace in our soul. rebellion against God. The verse reads literally, “Many are saying to my soul….” That is, their words were hitting David in his heart or soul, saying, “There is no deliverance for him in God.” Probably, they were bringing up his now-public sin with Bathsheba and his murder of her husband. rely on past experience – God has been with him through so much, he now David’s final request, “Your blessing be upon Your people,” shows that David was not praying selfishly. As Christians, we will share in Christ’s glory (2 Thess. David’s oldest son, Amnon, raped his half-sister, Tamar. 3. He had learned about the crisis here because one of my opponents had called him to try to dig up some dirt to use against me. But the next day, you resign in disgrace, your presidency a shambles. BLESSED IS THE GODLY PERSON. hurts the most. there and He has something much better waiting for us, if we will just put our Apostles and Prophets”. It is a psalm of frustration Psalm 3 . circumstances. 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