Psalm 119 (Qoph and
Resh)- Verses 145-160
-*Qoph
Application* Our deepest desire when we cry out to God with all our heart is
for Him to answer and let us know that He is there and in control of our
situation. This comes by faith, which is the assurance of things hoped for and
the evidence (substance, conviction) of things not seen (Hebrews 11:1). Because
Christ is our Savior and has rescued us from the dominion of Satan, we shall
keep His statutes out of reverence and love all the days of our lives (Acts
26:18). Our devotion knows no time limits; we can come before His throne of
grace at any hour with confidence in the King to deliver us as we meditate on
His Word and get revived (Hebrews 4:16). Though there may be threats to
well-being externally, we shall fear no evil because the LORD is WITH us, He is
near (Psalm 23:4; 91:1-16, Matthew 28:20 Roman 8:15-18). And, all His
commandments are truth extending from the beginning on into eternity. His Word
will never fail or pass away (Matthew 5:18; 24:35, Mark 13:31, Luke 16:17; 21:33).
-*Resh Application* We see the necessity of our affliction
in this passage. Our affliction and trouble brings about our cries to the LORD
for rescue, deliverance, and redemption. While salvation is far from the
wicked, the believers who follow in obedience to God’s commands find His mercy
and reviving strength. So, while our adversaries and persecutors may be many,
don’t turn aside from His testimonies. Behold the treacherous ones and loathe (quwt- to be grieved by, detest) them
because they do not keep the Word of the LORD. Pray for their salvation and a
change of heart (Luke 6:28). Ask the LORD to consider how much you love His
precepts (ways) and trust in the strength that is coming from Him. The sum of
God’s Word is total truth and His righteous ordinances last forever, even after
the wicked are erased. So, take pity on the losers who are currently outside
the Kingdom, and love them like Jesus did sharing your precious faith (Matthew
9:36, Mark 6:34, Luke 19:41-44, Romans 10:15). Let love prevail in your affliction
tests. Who knows, the very ones persecuting you may come to Christ and be
radically transformed, like the Apostle Paul (Acts 9).
Verse to Memorize:
Psalm 119:160
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