My tongue will proclaim your righteousness,your praises all day long. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website. You'll find great expressions of reverence and honor for God. 12 Restore to me the joy of Your salvation, And uphold me by Yourgenerous Spirit. I have found many young Christians that have lost joy or even fallen into spiritual depression, thinking they had sinned in such a way that they had lost their salvation. 1 Ryle, J. C. (1993). David brought his reign to a close talking to God, and talking to His people about God. Praise God in the storms, through the battles, and when life gets hard. O my God, I cry in the daytime, but thou hearest not; And in the night season, and am not silent. Suddenly there was such a violent earthquake that the foundations of the prison were shaken. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. I feel like Peter is doing that herehe brings us back to the gospel; he brings us back to our salvation. 2. We do that by rejoicing in the benefits of our salvation. Paul said he was at the same time sorrowful and still rejoicing. To have joy in trials is not to deny pain. If it only lasted for a couple of years, it would be less expensive. We see Israel going through trials in the wilderness, and God disciplined them. This is personal now. Praise the. They both denied Christ when they were tested through the trial. 48:10). When this happens, the secret is to refocus on your relationship with him. Used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House. It relates to my feelings and truths. For those who are trained by going through hardship, it produces a harvest of righteousness. Psalm 138-141King James Version. GOD! 2 I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth: for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name. It may be personal sin, as with David. When we view our trials in comparison to eternity, then they become light and momentary. Are you lacking joy in the midst of your trial? When the struggles begin to close in, you may find yourself without the words to pray, unable to find those words of prayer and praise. King David teaches us how to praise God throughout the book of Psalms. When we are judged by the Lord, we are being disciplined so that we will not be condemned with the world.1 Corinthians 11:3032. Is he God your Healer? Begin with a Bible verse of praise, a pre-written prayer, or even a worship song. Unless otherwise noted, the primary Scriptures used are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version , Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984 by International Bible Society. This verse can also be translated as a command rejoice in this. The believers were suffering in all kinds of trials. my - Mine. The Psalm tells us it was because of sin. This probably means that David wrote it later in life, as he reflected back on God's faithfulness in his many . For if they had belonged to us, they would have remained with us; but their going showed that none of them belonged to us (emphasis mine).1 John 2:19, He doesnt say they lost their salvation or lost faith. Look at the life of any truly godly man or woman, and you will see that godliness has always been marked by trials. They fell away from God, they complained about God, and they were divided. It proves to us and others that we are part of the kingdom of God (Philip 1:28, 29). Against the wrath.--Or perhaps, upon the wrath. It is very possible for Christians to lose the joy of their salvation. King David teaches us how to praise God throughout the book of Psalms. God has chosen not reveal it. Ed, Issue 46, Winter 2023. Sing to him; sing praise to him; tell about all his wondrous works!" (1 Chro. Victory. 3 who forgives all your sins. These would make any person proud. David is expressing a feeling of abandonment, questioning if God has forgotten him. This is the straight out truth from me. Why is that? There are some Christians, especially young Christians, who struggle with how to comfort somebody in the midst of a failure, a loss, or some depression. They cannot think, honor or edify one another. He is there, and his presence enables us to get through it, and even experience the sweetest joy. Step by step he has shown how God has devised and revealed a way of putting sinners right with himself; how Christ died for our sins, and was raised for our justification; how we are united with Christ in His death and resurrection; how the Christian life is lived by walking in the Spirit not the flesh. Hebrews 12:12, 13 says this: Therefore, strengthen your feeble arms and weak knees. Our Father knows whats best as well. This happened to the church of Ephesus, and it is common for us. This is Deut. Those who are faithfulmeaning that they didnt quit, meaning that they continued to trust in God and honor him in the midst of trialswill be richly rewarded. Listen to what he says in the previous verses. In the same way, many trials we go through could possibly be a form of Gods grace to keep us from sin. They have authority, but not sovereignty! He also called these suffering saints to focus on it as well. Or who has been his counsellor Who has ever given to God, that God should repay Him? Haman is from the tribe of the Amalekites, who hate Israel. Psalm 44:3,5-7 For they got not the land in possession by their own sword, neither did their own arm save them: but thy right hand, and thine arm, and the light of thy countenance, because thou hadst a favour unto them. It took me to several chapters of 2 Samuel. He said, Rejoice and be glad for great is your reward in heaven. There is a reward given for suffering. Instead, it redirects our focus on who God is. But I will sing of your strength;I will sing aloud of your steadfast love in the morning.For you have been to me a fortressand a refuge in the day of my distress.O my Strength, I will sing praises to you,for you, O God, are my fortress,the God who shows me steadfast love. Let us hear that this inheritance is not only heavenly, but it will be earthly. Focus on our relationship with Christ; trials can bring deep intimacy with Christ. The father makes the child finish the season only because its necessary for his growth. God is the one who gives you faith (Ephesians 2:89), and he is the one who keeps it. I hope we too will have these thoughts about God; and through continued reading, study, prayer and practice -- I trust we will be drawn closer and closer to Him, worshipping Him and obeying Him from the heart. Though this was originally given in the context of church discipline, we can be sure that this is true whenever Gods people gather together for religious purposes.1 Christ is present wherever his people gather for the purpose of worshiping, honoring, and serving the Lord. These believers were being persecuted for following Christ; they were being persecuted for being different. This is common in the world. "And he will call out to me, 'You are my Father, my God, and the Rock of my salvation.' For many, when they go through a church split or they were harmed by a church leader, they fall away from the faith and never return. As you know in that story, Jacob served Laban for seven extra years to receive Rachel. 1:23). Many develop strongholds and addictions by going through trials. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. 3. Psalm 119:49,50 ZAIN. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it (Heb 12:11). That is the context in the previous verses (1 Pet 3-5). It is simple - praise to God reminds you that you are not alone. No, this is about being so impressed by the character of God, so influenced by His marvelous attributes, we have to say something; we are compelled by the sheer power and majesty of the Lord to bless Him, or praise His name. I will praise the name of God with a song;I will magnify him with thanksgiving. His law may not seem good or fair to men - - but God is God; He is the Judge of all the earth; His name shall endure forever, and this is about SOVEREIGNTY! God Saving From Enemies. He says if they were saved, they would have remained.. Paul did. That secures a freedom from distraction and instills a confidence to proceed in prayer as the Holy Spirit leads. 9 Hide Your face from my sins, And blot out all my iniquities. Our fathers trusted in thee: They trusted, and thou didst deliver them. Its only the broken whom he can pour his precious grace through to minister to others. The trial given to Paul was a work of grace to keep him from the sin of pride. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. "Save me, O God!": This psalm attributed to David is a cry of despair to the Lord when he was being afflicted by enemies that seemed to surround him at all times. We rejoice because trials bring a greater future glory. Scripture quotations marked KJV are from the King James Version of the Bible. Why should believers have joy in their trials according to 1 Peter 1:3-5? In the midst of pain, God creates a reservoir in you. 1:1-4). What was David's reaction to all of his troubles? Here I am! David writes in Psalm 142:4b-7, no one cares for my soul. My tears have been my food day and night, While they continually say to me, "Where is your God?" When . Romans 11:33-36 is such an excellent statement of God's sovereignty. When people hear me preach, they will hear a strong emphasis on the importance of Scripture, the importance of daily meditation on the Word of God because that is the way God comforted me and I, therefore, comfort others the same way. In the flow of thought, this is pointing back to our new birth and inheritance in heaven in verses 35. It was never true faith. It's that simple. It may be the sin of a wrong focusfocusing on the things of the world, the economy, and the problems in life. There is a certain pain about life here on the earth and all the unpleasant things we encounter. Everything that is his, is ours; we are co-heirs. In fact, God is preserving this inheritance, keeping it from decay or being stolen, even right now. God used the power of trouble and suffering to keep him humble and dependent on God. How do you respond to trials? are - This is taking place right this minute. I am not really praising God until I decide to follow all His instructions. (Romans 15:11, NIV). We rejoice in our undefiled inheritance. "Yours, O LORD, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendour, for everything in heaven and earth is yours." I know that you cannot tolerate wicked men, that you have tested those who claim to be apostles but are not, and have found them false. Ask the three Hebrews who were thrown into the fire in Babylon. 41 Bible Verses about God Saving From Enemies. As you may know, reformed people see the major theme of Scripture as redemption, and therefore, in many of their sermons they come back to the gospel because they see everything connected to the gospel. That means complete independence in the exercise of rule or authority. Heal me, Lord, and I will be healed;save me and I will be saved,for you are the one I praise. My comfort, my peace, my strength. This is something we can rejoice in even in the midst of trials. 3. They become lame and disabled. Only those who are trained by the trial, develop the character God wants. (Isaiah 40:5, NIV). 20:4 .. "For the LORD your God is the one who goes with you to fight for you against your enemies to give you victory." Maybe that is why God touched Jacobs thigh and caused him to limp after wrestling with God and prevailing. What is the next reason we can rejoice in trials? In Romans one Paul is explaining how sin had developed and flourished in the human race - in particular, the Gentiles. We can definitely relate to David's thoughts and feelings as we face our present world. It awakens your spiritual self to view a heavenly perspective. Listen to what Hebrews says: No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. my whole being longs for you, I probably read through the Bible fifteen times in close to a year and a half. Israel's King David knew how to give thanks in the midst of trouble, writing, "I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds" ( Psalm 9:1 ). Maybe that was why God allowed Peter to go through such a humbling trial at the cross since he would be the Lords chief Apostle. He promised never to leave or abandon his children, so we can count on his presence, even when our emotions can't confirm it. When shall I come and appear before God? But, during this depression God comforted me through his Word. Scripture quotations marked (NLT) are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright 1996, 2004, 2007 by Tyndale House Foundation. Wish you could take to heart these Bible verses about praising God in the storm? Focus on eternity; trials are brief in comparison to eternity. He who offers a sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving honors Me. They were abusing the Lords Supper, and God brought weakness, sickness, and even death on them. And - God "did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self discipline," (2 Tim. WE PRAISE GOD IN SONG. Simon Peter was privileged to see Jesus transfigured and he later wrote about it with these words: "We did not follow cleverly invented stories when we told you about the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eye-witnesses of his majesty," (2 Pet. The psalm itself could be split into three sections. Listen to what the writer of Hebrews said about trials: Endure hardship as discipline; God is treating you as sons. and crowns you with love and compassion, 5 who satisfies your desires with good things. Sometimes God brings trials to discipline us, to turn us away from sin. All rights reserved. I will also praise you with the harpfor your faithfulness, O my God;I will sing praises to you with the lyre,O Holy One of Israel.My lips will shout for joy,when I sing praises to you;my soul also, which you have redeemed.And my tongue will talk of your righteous help all the day long,for they have been put to shame and disappointedwho sought to do me hurt. Turn your eyes to him and allow him to surround you with his love and strength. Ephesians 2:6 says we are seated in heavenly places with Christ. It brings memories of past miracles and reminds you of the goodness from God. Below are 20 verses of praise to help you get started. In Isaiah we discover statements like this: "The moon will be abashed, the sun ashamed; for the LORD Almighty will reign on Mount Zion and in Jerusalem, and before its elders, gloriously. Application Question: What ways have you experienced the loss of joy in your salvation? I will rejoice over them and honor them. 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