S) "1 'Had it not been the Lord who was on our side,'
Let Israel now say,
2 'Had it not been the Lord who was on our side
When men rose up against us,
3 Then they would have swallowed us alive,
When their anger was kindled against us;'"
Psalm 124:1-3 (NASB)
O) David wrote this song after the LORD had delivered Israel, but it is not readily apparent what the struggle was (or whom the enemy was). After their victory, their deliverance, David made it a point to ascribe their freedom to the LORD, and that it was the name of the LORD which was their help (v.8). He made no room for the people to give him credit, or to take credit for themselves. He says plainly, that they would have perished, if it were not for the compassion and actions of their God.
A) In a sense, it's almost important to disregard the circumstances of this deliverance, because the details of my circumstances are irrelevant. The LORD will deliver me, if it is His will to do so, and my circumstances are not a hindrance to Him. I also need to acknowledge that I am unable to save myself. I could not save myself from my sins, and I cannot save myself from the people who are against me - especially the spiritual fight against me. I stand no chance to be delivered, except by the LORD who is on my side, because of the reconciliation given through Jesus Christ. It is especially important that I make a point to pray these words, confessing their truth, every time I am saved (which is truly everyday, relative to my sins).
P) Father, had it not been You on my side, when men rose against me, and when I was accused by the enemy, then I would have been swallowed alive. I don't even fully know all of the ways You have saved me, but I do know that it is You alone who sustains my life. You alone delivered me, and You alone keep me free. I am therefore Your servant alone, and it is my joy to serve You completely. Let Your name be glorified by my life, according to Your will being done. In Jesus's name I pray. Amen.
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