Do you get angry at the appearance of evil?
Perceive: David wrote this psalm because of Doeg, the Edomite who witnessed David’s exchange with Ahimelech and then reported the incident as a spy to King Saul. This song contains three main sections: a description of someone who is evil (1-4), a judgment pending by God (5-7), and the blessings of a righteous man (8-9). Doeg was one of Saul’s shepherds who is wicked and selfish. His most evil actions include murdering innocent men, women, and children. After this incident, he thought he was someone important due to the momentary favor from King Saul.
Practice: Doeg represents a symbol of evil people, who will meet their just end; while David represents righteous people, who will be exalted by the Lord. God promises He will judge the evildoer. Our anger at the appearance of injustice should never block out or diminish our confidence in God’s desire and ability to defeat wickedness. As Romans 12 says, “Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, ‘Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.’”
Pray: Great and mighty God, thank You for Your word regarding evil and that someday You will hold every created being accountable for their actions.
This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com
Practice: Doeg represents a symbol of evil people, who will meet their just end; while David represents righteous people, who will be exalted by the Lord. God promises He will judge the evildoer. Our anger at the appearance of injustice should never block out or diminish our confidence in God’s desire and ability to defeat wickedness. As Romans 12 says, “Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, ‘Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.’”
Pray: Great and mighty God, thank You for Your word regarding evil and that someday You will hold every created being accountable for their actions.
This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com
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