May 28, 2015

God talk, in general, is politically advantageous in this country. Those who want the Christian conservative vote punctuate their speeches and talk with references to God, however vague their reference to Him. But, there can be little doubt that one governmental leader spoke of Yahweh God in very real and personal terms:

"O LORD, in Your strength the king will be glad, And in Your salvation how greatly he will rejoice! You have given him his heart's desire, And You have not withheld the request of his lips. For You meet him with the blessings of good things; You set a crown of fine gold on his head. He asked life of You, You gave it to him, Length of days forever and ever. His glory is great through Your salvation, Splendor and majesty You place upon him. For You make him most blessed forever; You make him joyful with gladness in Your presence. For the king trusts in the LORD, And through the lovingkindness of the Most High he will not be shaken. “ (Psalm 21:1-7)

King David specifically mentions the LORD’s strength, salvation, answered prayer, blessings, honor, and lovingkindness. This was no political rhetoric, but rather the words of one who knew these things firsthand. There is the ring of authenticity to his words.

Regardless of our status in life, we have the privilege to specifically recount the work of God in our lives. What has He done for you through His strength? How has His salvation brought joy and gladness to you? What good things has He blessed you with? How has He spared and lengthened your life? How has trust in Him been cultivated in your life? Our answers to these questions form our testimony and praise to Him, and to those around us.

The great Psalms of King David evidence a real, personal, and authentic experience with Yahweh God. More than a religious man, he was a relationship man; a man after God’s own heart (1 Samuel 13.14). His example appeals to us to similarly make it our life ambition to wholeheartedly love the God who made us. 

May our day today, and every day, be marked with real and deep personal encounters with our Creator, and His Son.

Steve

©Steve Taylor, 2015
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