When Bad Things Happen (Psalm 10, Part 1)

May we focus on God’s justice when bad things happen to us.

The Pride of the Tyrant (Psalm 10:1-11)

http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ps%2010:1-11&version=NIV

Who do we turn to in times of trouble? In the immediate aftermath of 911, our nation turned to God; but that was short-lived. Over 90 percent of the population of the US believe in God, but live lives without regard for Him. We boast that we can achieve whatever we want by our own schemes. We have exchanged our worship of the Creator-God for worship of ourselves. Our bank accounts, board positions and property give us a sense of self-worth and security. In our pride we become vindictive and cruel. As we continue to experience no resistance from God, we conclude that God will never notice.

Why, Lord, do You seem so far off? Where are You in our times of trouble? People all around us bless the greedy and revile You, Lord. In their pride they do not seek You; they have no room for You in their thoughts. In their prosperity they reject Your laws. They say to themselves, “God will never notice; He covers His face and never sees.” 


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