Psalm 4 for January 4

January 4 - Psalm 4  

1 Answer me when I call, O God.  You are my Justice!  You have freed me when I was cornered.  You brought me relief when I was distressed.  Be gracious to me and please respond to my prayer.  

Have you ever prayed to God and just hoped He would answer sooner than later?  I sure have.  I know we all have.  Time and again.  But He has promised that ulimately help is on the way.  We may not get the help every time down here and now but He will save us and make it right.  For HE is JUSTICE.  Justice will come for all the people who count on Jesus to save them and vindicate them.  It will all be made right at the appointed time.  Many times God does give us justice this side of heaven but for the times it is delayed we must hold on.

Justice is coming.

2 O evil sons of men how long will you mock me?  You live worthless lives.  You chase the futile winds of nothingness  You pursue the empty things of this world.

3 But know this.  The Lord has set apart the people who honor Him.  The people with His character.  The ones who seek justice.  Now or later the Lord will respond to the prayers of that type of person.  

4 So tremble with fear before God, you evil ones.  Respect Him.  Stop sinning while you still can.  Think about this.  Turn away from your evil ways.  5 Sacrifice your arrogance on the altar and trust in God rather than your own paltry might.  6 Many are saying, “I can’t get enough.  Give me more and more.” They live lives of lust and materialism.”

7 But I say, “Show me Your face O God for You put true joy in my heart.  You satisfy my soul more than all the pleasures and riches of this world.  8 You let me sleep in true peace.  For You alone stand guard over me and make me live in safety.  I trust You.

So when justice seems a million light years away think about the fact you are on the winning team and in the end God will save you and justice will prevail.  Trust Him.  No human can do this for us.  Only Jesus.  Sacrifice your pride on the altar and tell God you trust Him.  I am reminded of what Paul said in Philippians 4:6-7:  Don’t worry about anything.  Instead pray about everything.  Tell God what you need and thank Him for all He has done. Then you will experience His Peace which exceeds anything we can understand.  His peace will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.