Word that Stands

Synopsis Psalms 78:40-68 1/7/2022 

The psalmist recounted the exodus. Specifically, he remembered how God plagued Egypt for Israel’s sake. Like a shepherd with his flock, the psalmist reflected on the faithful manner that God securely led the nation.  

However, he also remembered how the people fell away. He especially focused on how the Israelites had embraced idol worship. Of course, God rejected this apostasy. And so, the ark of the covenant fell into the hands of Israel’s enemies.  

But after a while, God reengaged with Israel. Only this time, he chose David, from the tribe of Judah, as the leading tribe of Jacob. This took Israelite leadership away from the descendants of Joseph.  

Work that Stands 

If I have been made for a purpose, and I have the freedom to choose, then it stands to reason that I could choose against fulfilling my purpose.  

When I think about that, I come face to face with what it means to fear the Lord. 

“If the work stands that someone built upon the foundation, that person will receive a wage. But if someone’s work is burned up, that one will suffer loss; the person will be saved, but only as through fire.” 1Cor 3:14-15