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Theme: Why do the wicked succeed? Although God may seem to be hidden at times, we can be assured that he is aware of every injustice  Questioning God (v. 1) The psalmist wrestles with the age-old problem, “Why doesn’t God … Continue reading →

Theme: God never ignores our cries for help  The emphasis is on joyful praise (Ps 9: verses 1, 2, 11, 14), especially for God’s care of his people and His righteous judgment on the nations that reject Him and oppress people. You … Continue reading →

Theme:  God, the all-powerful Creator, cares for his most valuable creation–people.  Messianic psalms are called so because they are quoted in the New Testament in direct reference to Jesus Christ. Psalm 8 is quoted three times in the New Testament. … Continue reading →

Have you ever been falsely accused or so badly hurt that you wanted revenge? David wrote this psalm in response to the slanderous accusations of those who claimed he was trying to kill Saul and seize the throne (1Samuel 24:9-11). … Continue reading →