March 30
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PSALM 136
17 to him who struck down great kings,
for his steadfast love endures forever;
18 and killed mighty kings,
for his steadfast love endures forever;
19 Sihon, king of the Amorites,
for his steadfast love endures forever;
20 and Og, king of Bashan,
for his steadfast love endures forever;
21 and gave their land as a heritage,
for his steadfast love endures forever;
22 a heritage to Israel his servant,
for his steadfast love endures forever.
– Psalm 136:17-22
PSALM 136 THE LORD STRIKES DOWN THE ENEMIES
A poem inspired by this psalm by ILMA
When you are facing difficulties and attacks from the enemy
Remember that you are not alone, his steadfast love is forever
The Lord strikes down anyone who hurts his children
Run to him and do not fight back or take vengeance
It is natural for man to defend himself against foes
But supernatural for him to trust and rely on God alone.
Recall all the wonderful deeds that the Lord has done for Israel
He struck down the greatest of kings and exercised his power
Because of his steadfast love, he will ensure that his people are protected
There is no need to resort to fear instead, put your trust in your vindicator
The Lord gave the enemy’s land as a heritage to his faithful servants
For his steadfast love will forever last and his love never wavers.
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REFLECTION
• According to the following verses, God strikes down the enemies, how might the unbeliever view God from this psalm?
• How do you think God’s righteous anger is justified according to this psalm?