Psalm 138:7

Psalm 138:7

The hand of God!

Woah, there’s a huge amount to think about in this verse! Firstly, David’s life journey brought him much trouble, from early bullying and disparagement by his brothers, to battles against just about every nation that surrounded Israel. He faced internal uprisings, even from one of his sons, to multiple conflicts with pagan armies, not least the Philistines. A quick glance through 1-2 Samuel shows a life lived on the edge and many was the time that David’s life was preserved despite the intentions of his enemies. Historians might give the credit for this to David’s own initiative and ability to escape from endless dangers; the king himself however attributes the preservation of his life solely to God. His victories over his enemies, to the point that Israel was at peace for many years, was always because the hand of God guarded the King and his people. 

We have talked before about the right hand of God, it’s a metaphor used to describe His power, authority and glory to the point that Jesus Himself, after His resurrection was appointed to God’s right hand. His right hand is a place of privilege but when that hand works in favour of God’s people, salvation and deliverance are guaranteed. When God acts on earth on behalf of His people, the Bible uses the expression “right hand” to describe the means by which He acts. Therefore, His right hand is there to guard and to protect all who believe in Him and when He reaches out to us amazing things happen. 

What a comfort it is to know that God is willing to act for us, especially against the anger of our foes and especially those who operate in the spiritual realms. But it is also comforting to be aware that the greatest power in the universe is watching over us and there is no limit to what He can do if we humble ourselves and learn to depend on His mercy and salvation. Hallelujah!

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