Scripture References: Psalm 5; Psalm 18:6; Psalm 116:1-2
Intro: Welcome to our "Psalms of Summer" series. Speaker Pam shares from Psalm 5, often called the "morning prayer," exploring how David sought God amidst enemies. Pam connects this to her own life journey, illustrating unwavering trust in God's Word and His attentiveness to prayer, even through intense trials like mission field dangers and the loss of her husband.
Key Points:
- Speaker's Foundation: A life journey through YWAM missions, ministry, loss, and relocation built a deep conviction: God's Word is true and powerful, and He truly hears and answers prayer.
- Psalm 5 Overview: David, likely facing Absalom's rebellion (context from Ps 4), approaches God confidently in prayer, seeking His ear, guidance, and justice against deceitful enemies, while trusting in God's merciful protection.
- Seeking God's Attentive Ear (vv. 1-3): David implores God to hear his words and his inner meditations/groanings. He addresses God as "my King and my God," submitting to His authority. He resolves to pray expectantly ("In the morning I will... look up"). Principle: Pray anytime, believing God listens intently.
- Contrasting God & The Wicked (vv. 4-6, 8-10): David affirms God's holiness and hatred of evil, contrasting it with the destructive, deceitful nature of his enemies ("open tomb," "flatter"). He asks God for straight paths because of enemies and prays for their downfall based on their own evil counsel. Principle: Align with God's character; trust His justice.
- Finding Refuge & Joy in God (vv. 7, 11-12): Despite threats, David enters God's presence through His mercy and with reverence ("fear"). The result for those who trust isn't fear, but rejoicing, joyful shouts, defense, blessing, and being surrounded by God's favor like a shield.
- Life Application - Trust in Trials:
- Venezuela: Facing danger (guerrillas/military unrest), Pam and her husband prayed believing God protects. Husband detained but released. God delivered.
- Husband's Cancer: God gave a word ("Keep your eyes right on me") before the diagnosis. Despite bad reports and fervent prayers for healing from many, her husband passed away. Lesson: God's faithfulness isn't defined by outcomes matching our desires. He is good always. Trusting Him through suffering leads to knowing Him more deeply, like Job.
Conclusion: Psalm 5 demonstrates approaching God with confidence, even when surrounded by enemies or hardship. He hears our prayers, despises wickedness, and shields those who trust Him. Like David and Pam, we can learn through life's journey that God is faithful, listens intently, and guides us. Knowing Him more deeply through trials is the greatest blessing, surpassing even answers that align with our specific desires.
Call to Action: Whatever your situation, pray! Bring your words and heart cries to God, knowing He listens. Ask for His guidance and protection against your "enemies" (fear, unbelief, difficult people/circumstances). Trust His good character even when the outcome is uncertain or painful. Keep your eyes fixed on Him – He is your help.
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