Hobart Herd Devotional – Psalms 21 – 5-19=20
This Psalm brings about the start of the Psalms connection of the Davidic Covenant and the Promise of the King of Kings, the Messiah, Jesus Christ. The promise that David’s throne would be eternal will only be complete when Jesus reigns forever in His eternal kingdom.(2 Sam. 7:13-26 – Psalms 21:4) There are references to David and his kingship that recognize that God’s promise is eternal and will be fulfilled by Jesus. This is why so many details of the Incarnation, the birth of the Savior, are so important to our faith, and the nation of Israel.
In verses one and two David breaks out in praise and worship for God’s strength, salvation, and answers to his prayers. This sets the tone of thanksgiving and praise, glorifying God for all the blessings as His chosen king. While we are not genetically part of the line of David, we have been grafted into God’s family by faith and trust in Jesus Christ and we will rule and reign and worship in His eternal kingdom. 7 For the king trusts in the LORD, and through the steadfast love of the Most High he shall not be moved. Psalms 21:7 This verse makes a statement of faith that David makes as he considers the never ending blessings of the Lord. The first 7 verses are like taking a time of worship to count your blessings. This is something that I need to remember, especially when the hard times wear my spirit down.
Verses 8-12 tell the story of God’s victories provided over our enemies both now and in the future. Sometimes David didn’t get to see the victories in the timing he desired, but he knew God would come through and judge the enemies that came against God’s people. We can have this assurance in our lives, no matter how much it seems that the enemy is winning the struggles and battles the words “You will, the Lord will” bring out our faith in the steadfast love of the Lord in our lives. He will set things right! We can continue our worship as David did; 13 Be exalted, O LORD, in your strength! We will sing and praise your power. Psalms 21:13
Father, may I never forget that Your promises are eternal. When I get warn down by the battles, help me to never to forget that I am part of Your family and Your Son will rule and reign forever in Your eternal Kingdom. Thank you for Your presence, strength, salvation and answer to my prayers. May You be exalted forever. In Jesus Name, Amen! Pastor Rob