The Presence of God

Text: Psalm 68
2 June 2019

THE PRESENCE OF GOD TO THE WICKED

Psalm 68:1-2

1. It is recognized

“The finger of God”   Exodus 8:19

2. It is feared

“Do you not yet know that Egypt is destroyed”   Exodus 10:7

“Let us flee from the face of Israel, for the LORD fights for them against the Egyptians”   Exodus 14:25

3. The wicked perish at the presence of God   (Psalm 68:2)

THE PRESENCE OF GOD TO THE RIGHTEOUS

Psalm 68:3-4

1. There is gladness

2. There is rejoicing exceedingly

3. There is singing of praise to God

THE PERSON OF GOD

Psalm 68:5-10

1. A Father to the fatherless

2. A defender of widows

3. One who sets the solitary in families

4. He gives prosperity to those who are bound

5. To the rebellious He gives a dry land

6. He goes before His people

7. He gives rain

To confirm inheritance of the Land given to Israel

8. He reveals Himself to His people (Mt. Sinai… Exodus 19-20)

9. He provides out of His goodness

APPROPRIATE RESPONSE

1. Rejoice much

2. Renew faith

3. Remain steadfast