Hope in God's Word

The Bible Society has designated November as Bible Society Month. The hope is that believers throughout the length and breadth of our country will experience the life giving message of the Word.

Do take another look at the poster in the foyer. Of the six pictures, I like the one with an elderly gentleman and what looks like his granddaughter both focusing on God’s word. There is real hope for the next generation if they are introduced to God’s word at an early age.

Psalm 130:1-8

The troubled psalmist deals with deep sorrow and loneliness by placing his hope on God’s word (v5). It is during a moment of silent waiting on the Lord (vs5,6) that he remembers God’s promises.
Let’s look at just three of these. The Lord hears our deepest cries for he is compassionate (Exodus 22:27b). He responds to our calls for help as he has vowed to strengthen and help his own (Isaiah 41:10). He grants us mercy (v2) and forgives and forgets our sins when we confess them (vs3,4).  It is because of promises like these that the psalmist puts his hope in God’s word. He knows that what God has promised, he will fulfill (Numbers 23:19).
‘My soul waits for the Lord more than the watchmen wait for the morning’ (v6). Why do you think the psalmist uses the picture of watchmen?

Meditation

Read vs 5-8 again slowly, then use them as a basis for prayer and thanksgiving. Here are some thoughts to help you:
• God’s love is unfailing (v7)
• His word is utterly reliable (v5)
• He takes the initiative to redeem us from sin (v8)

Shalom,

Moshe