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11/17/2024
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“Praise be to the Lord my Rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle” (1). The psalmist prayed that God would “part the heavens”, come down, and vanquish his enemies (5-7). He and all Israel wanted peace so they could live as God’s people, free from violence, with children like “well-nurtured plants”, provision, and productive work (12-15). Even though the psalmist recognized the brief, fragile nature of human life (3-4), he knew that God cared and was willing to act for His people.
The Lord is still our “loving God” and “deliverer” (2). He gives us strength in the battle so that we can resist temptation, live in peace, and speak courageously for Him (Acts 4:23-31).