Psalm 52
Overview
Psalm 52 is a stark contrast between the wicked, who trust in their own riches and deceit, and the righteous, who put their trust in the steadfast love of God. Written by David, the psalm begins by addressing the wicked person who boasts in evil deeds and lies. It then transitions to the certainty of their downfall, proclaiming that God will uproot them. On the other hand, the righteous will flourish like a green olive tree in God's house, trusting in His unfailing love and giving thanks to Him forever. This psalm serves as a cautionary warning against putting one's trust in worldly things, and as an affirmation of the rewards that come from trusting in God.
Psalm 52
1 (To the chief Musician, Maschil, A Psalm of David, when Doeg the Edomite came and told Saul, and said unto him, David is come to the house of Ahimelech.) Why boastest thou thyself in mischief, O mighty man? the goodness of God endureth continually.
2 Thy tongue deviseth mischiefs; like a sharp razor, working deceitfully.
3 Thou lovest evil more than good; and lying rather than to speak righteousness. Selah.
4 Thou lovest all devouring words, O thou deceitful tongue.
5 God shall likewise destroy thee for ever, he shall take thee away, and pluck thee out of thy dwelling place, and root thee out of the land of the living. Selah.
6 The righteous also shall see, and fear, and shall laugh at him:
7 Lo, this is the man that made not God his strength; but trusted in the abundance of his riches, and strengthened himself in his wickedness.
8 But I am like a green olive tree in the house of God: I trust in the mercy of God for ever and ever.
9 I will praise thee for ever, because thou hast done it: and I will wait on thy name; for it is good before thy saints.
🔑↑ Pulpit Parallel: Growing Into Your Spiritual Birthright (Part 2)
End of Psalm 52
1 Year Plan: May 7 - 2 Sa 2, 2 Sa 3, 2 Sa 4, Ps 52, Ps 53
2 Thy tongue deviseth mischiefs; like a sharp razor, working deceitfully.
3 Thou lovest evil more than good; and lying rather than to speak righteousness. Selah.
4 Thou lovest all devouring words, O thou deceitful tongue.
5 God shall likewise destroy thee for ever, he shall take thee away, and pluck thee out of thy dwelling place, and root thee out of the land of the living. Selah.
6 The righteous also shall see, and fear, and shall laugh at him:
7 Lo, this is the man that made not God his strength; but trusted in the abundance of his riches, and strengthened himself in his wickedness.
8 But I am like a green olive tree in the house of God: I trust in the mercy of God for ever and ever.
9 I will praise thee for ever, because thou hast done it: and I will wait on thy name; for it is good before thy saints.
🔑↑ Pulpit Parallel: Growing Into Your Spiritual Birthright (Part 2)
End of Psalm 52
1 Year Plan: May 7 - 2 Sa 2, 2 Sa 3, 2 Sa 4, Ps 52, Ps 53
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