Psalm 84
Today's Passage: Psalm 84
Where do you fix your mind when chaos strikes? I wonder how quickly our minds are drawn to the eternal reality that exists for those of us who call Jesus Lord? That’s the basic emphasis rom Psalm 84. Notice how much this Psalm is oriented around eternal-thinking over present-thinking. Let’s allow some of the questions prompted by this Psalm serve our souls well.
Do I long for the life that is to come in Jesus Christ? (v. 2) Remembering that this life is not all there is was a primary focus, even in the Old Testament. It’s easy to fix our gaze on trouble and not let is push us to long for the promised life still to come. When life gets hard, think harder on what lies ahead for God’s own.
Am I truly happy in God? (v. 4-5) The word “blessed” is often translated as “happy”, and
although happiness is not the sole focus for the Christian, it is a byproduct of being with God. Happy are those who dwell with God and happy are those who find their strength in Him. What does happiness in God look like for you today?
Do I understand that all the pain here will disappear in light of what is still to come? (v. 10-12)
What seems like an eternity here is actually just a blip on the radar in comparison to actual
eternity. One day in God’s presence is like a thousand days elsewhere, so why not soak up asmuch of it as possible? Our true hope and joy is found with God, where delights far better than what the world can offer us reigns.
What an incredible Psalm! What an incredible God represented in this Psalm! If you have some time, listen to the song “Better Is One Day”, which is based on this very Psalm. Pull up a seat with happiness to this God and enjoy His presence today.
Written By: Drew Dukes
Where do you fix your mind when chaos strikes? I wonder how quickly our minds are drawn to the eternal reality that exists for those of us who call Jesus Lord? That’s the basic emphasis rom Psalm 84. Notice how much this Psalm is oriented around eternal-thinking over present-thinking. Let’s allow some of the questions prompted by this Psalm serve our souls well.
Do I long for the life that is to come in Jesus Christ? (v. 2) Remembering that this life is not all there is was a primary focus, even in the Old Testament. It’s easy to fix our gaze on trouble and not let is push us to long for the promised life still to come. When life gets hard, think harder on what lies ahead for God’s own.
Am I truly happy in God? (v. 4-5) The word “blessed” is often translated as “happy”, and
although happiness is not the sole focus for the Christian, it is a byproduct of being with God. Happy are those who dwell with God and happy are those who find their strength in Him. What does happiness in God look like for you today?
Do I understand that all the pain here will disappear in light of what is still to come? (v. 10-12)
What seems like an eternity here is actually just a blip on the radar in comparison to actual
eternity. One day in God’s presence is like a thousand days elsewhere, so why not soak up asmuch of it as possible? Our true hope and joy is found with God, where delights far better than what the world can offer us reigns.
What an incredible Psalm! What an incredible God represented in this Psalm! If you have some time, listen to the song “Better Is One Day”, which is based on this very Psalm. Pull up a seat with happiness to this God and enjoy His presence today.
Written By: Drew Dukes
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