My Bible study notes for Wednesday night, Feb 19th. Remember, these are my personal study notes and not a manuscript of the sermon. They are provided as an outline each week for our Tabernacle Church family. You can find Sermon Notes, Family Devotional Guides, Prayer List, and other resources at our Church Website.
Psalm 4
INTRO
- Meditating on God’s provision
- Confidence in God
- He will not abandon
- The restoration of blessing and joy from the Lord
His Prayer – v. 1
O, Righteous God
- He is righteous
- He does righteous
You have given me relief
- He has been faithful when “pressure” is present
Four Imperatives
- Answer me
- Give me
- Be gracious – generous provision
- Hear me – A call to respond in obedience
His Plea to His Enemies – vv. 2-5
The issues addressed:
Honor turned to shame – Love vain words
- They scoffed at his glory
- The pursuit of vain things (empty things)
Words of Encouragement (Seven Imperatives):
- Know – you have been set apart
- Be angry – Literally… tremble. Tremble in fear of the Lord.
- Do not sin
- Ponder in your own hearts – think and plan
- Be silent
- Offer right sacrifices – and put your trust in God
His Prayer – vv. 6-7
Restore the fullness your blessings.
Lift up the light of your face
- His presence
Joy in my heart
- Is greater than their grain and wine
- Better than any earthly possession.
His Trust in the Lord – v. 8
He has peace and He can lie down and sleep
Because of his trust in God
- For you alone, make me dwell in safety