Charles (Chuck) Kensinger

David calls Jehovah his King and God in Psalm 5. The Israeli Monarch shares his morning prayers with us. Arrogance, deceitfulness, and wickedness do not please Yahweh. He finds them guilty and punishes them for their sins. When we fall to these same weaknesses, we receive discipline as well.

The love of God allows us to have access to Him. We can take refuge in Him. He protects, and we rejoice in you. His favor surrounds us as a shield.

Have you encountered the discipline of Jehovah as David did in Psalm 38? Adultery with Bathsheba as he attempts to trick her husband and finally, murder him has caused the King to realize there are consequences for his actions.

Many of the Psalms are full of complaints about those who try to destroy the shepherd. He continues to hold onto Yahweh for strength and courage. Our sin drives a wedge between us and God. King David admits his guilt to grow in the grace of his Lord.

Those who have concern for the weak are blessed in Psalm 41. When we ask for mercy and admit our sinfulness, the Lord will hear us. Our enemies will have no power over us because Jehovah is merciful to us. He will heal us from disease and defend us against all our foes.

How deep is your desire for a relationship with Jehovah? In Psalm 42 the writer likens himself to a dear panting for water. Do you have a thirst for God? Often others criticize our faith. This is nothing new. Praise and prayer should never cease. His love is infinite. Our hope must remain in the Father and the Son, even when we are down and depressed.

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