Journal Through the Bible: Week 105 Thursday

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Psalms 3 and 4

Psalm 3

Does God issue any commands?
No

Does God make any promises?
No

Does this psalm teach anything about Jesus?

• The psalmists experiences with his many enemies is a type of the hatred the world has for Jesus. (verses 1 and 2)
• Jesus was shielded by the Father often in His early life. For instance, Joseph was told to take Him to Egypt for His protection as a small child. (verse 3)
• Jesus cried to the LORD from the holy hill and God heard Him. (verse 4)
• Jesus laid Himself down and slept. Then He awaked. No man took the life of Jesus. He laid it down. Then He took it up again 3 days later. (verse 5)

Does this psalm teach anything about yet-future events?

• God will arise and even though ten thousands come out against Him they will be defeated. The blessing that is upon God's people because salvation belongs to the LORD will ultimately be fulfilled when all the enemies are smitten. (verses 6, 7, and 8)

Psalm 4

Does God issue any commands?

• Through the psalmist we are told to stand in awe, sin not, commune with our own hearts upon our beds, and be still. (verse 4)
• We are also told to offer the sacrifices of righteousness and put our trust in the LORD. (verse 5)

Does God make any promises?

• God gives gladness, peace, and safety so that the believer can rest. (verses 7 and 8)

Does this psalm teach anything about Jesus?

• "God of my righteousness" is the same as Jesus, our righteousness. (verse 1)
• Jesus' glory was turned to shame. He left Heaven and took on the form of human flesh. Then He suffered, bled, and died for us. (verse 2)

Does this psalm teach anything about yet-future events?

• God has set apart him that is godly for himself. In this verse the LORD heard when the believer prays. One day those "set apart" ones will talk with Him face to face. (verse 3)