Meditation
IN THE SECRET PLACE OF YOUR PRESENCE
Text: Psalm 31
5 May 2019
IN THE PRESENCE OF MAN
The Psalmist David experienced many traumatic moments in the presence of man. Ponder the short list:
- There were enemies who threatened his life
a) They laid secret traps Psalm 31:4
b) They slandered him Psalm 31:13
c) They schemed against him Psalm 31:15
- These were wicked people Psalm 31:17
a) They lied
b) They were proud
c) They were insolent
d) They were contemptuous Psalm 31:17-18
PROBLEMS OF LIFE CAN AFFECT ADVERSELY
David was affected adversely. This was evidenced in the following things stated:
- Deep grief felt Psalm 31:9-10
- Strength ebbed Psalm 31:10
- Forgotten by people Psalm 31:12
- Fearful Psalm 31:13
PRESENCE OF GOD
David desperately sought the presence of God. He discovered the following things about the presence of God.
You shall hide them in the secret place of Your presence
From the plots of man.
You shall hide them in the secret place of Your presence
From the plots of man,
You shall keep them secretly in a pavilion from
The strife of tongues. Psalm 31:20
- The presence of God
a) It is a secret place
b) It has to be sought and found
- It is a hiding place
a) He gives protection from enemies
b) That place is not necessary a physical thing
OUR CHALLENGE
The Pulpit Theme for May and June 2019 is on the subject, “The Presence of God.” Let us be challenged to discover and develop our understanding of this doctrine.