February 25, 2019: SOAP #3371:  Numbers 17-18; Psalm 29; Mark 4

Scripture:  Psalm (NIV) 29:1 A psalm of David. Ascribe to the LORD, O mighty ones, ascribe to the LORD glory and strength. 2 Ascribe to the LORD the glory due to his name; worship the LORD in the splendor of his holiness.

Observation:  My attention has been focused on the word “ascribe.”  We are to ascribe glory and strength to the LORD.  Some translations use the word “give.”  However, we cannot give God what he already has.  He has glory and strength whether I give it to Him or not.  His glory and strength does not depend on me.  It does not depend on me giving it to Him.

As I meditate on these verses and the word “ascribe,” I see it more as acknowledging that the Lord already has glory and strength.

Application: With my mouth, I am to acknowledge that God has all glory and strength.  My words give him credit; my words recognize the truth that He has glory and strength.  People who know me and hear me talk will come to see that my life is based on the truth that God has all glory and strength.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, may the words of my mouth give proclamation to your glory and strength.  Instead of complaining about the hard times I face, may my words be a declaration of faith that you will see me through.   Amen

Pastor Leon
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