PSALMS (76)

0. Introduction

a) Psalms is a great collection of songs and prayers expresses the heart and soul of humanity. In them, the whole range of human experiences is expressed. David and the other writers honestly pour out their true feelings, reflecting a dynamic, powerful, and life-changing relationship with God. The psalmists confess their sins, express their doubts and fears, ask God for help in times of trouble, and praise and worship him.

b) As you read Psalms, let the honesty of the psalmists guide you into a deep and genuine relationship with God.

1. Psalms 76

a) To the Chief Musician. On stringed instruments. A Psalm of Asaph. A Song.

2. Theme:

a) A call for God to punish evildoers. Even man's angry revolt will be used by God to bring glory to himself.

3. Author:

a) Asaph.

4. Scripture text: Psalms 76:1-12

In Judah God is known;
His name is great in Israel.
² In Salem also is His tabernacle,
And His dwelling place in Zion.
³ There He broke the arrows of the bow,
The shield and sword of battle. Selah

⁴ You are more glorious and excellent
Than the mountains of prey.
⁵ The stouthearted were plundered;
They have sunk into their sleep;
And none of the mighty men have found the use of their hands.
⁶ At Your rebuke, O God of Jacob,
Both the chariot and horse were cast into a dead sleep.

⁷ You, Yourself, are to be feared;

And who may stand in Your presence
When once You are angry?
⁸ You caused judgment to be heard from heaven;
The earth feared and was still,
⁹ When God arose to judgment,
To deliver all the oppressed of the earth. Selah

¹⁰ Surely the wrath of man shall praise You;

With the remainder of wrath You shall gird Yourself.

¹¹ Make vows to the Lord your God, and pay them;
Let all who are around Him bring presents to Him who ought to be feared.
¹² He shall cut off the spirit of princes;
He is awesome to the kings of the earth. (Psalms 76:1-12 NKJV)