9As for me, I will declare this forever; I will sing praise to the God of Jacob,
10who says, "I will cut off the horns of all the wicked, but the horns of the righteous will be lifted up." - P89
The psalmist praises God as the righteous judge who exalts the humbleand brings down the wicked. God declares that at the appointed time, Helwill execute judgment. - P89
God warns the arrogant not to boast, as it is He whejudges. In the end, the horns of the wicked will be cut off, but the righteouswill be lifted up. - P89
The psalmist declares that God is in control, even when it seems that the wicked continue to prosper unchecked. Though we may not understand God’s timing, we can trust that He knows when and how to act. - P90
His wisdom far surpasses ours, and His justice will prevail at the appointed time. This truth is a source of comfort, especially when dealing with arrogant people who defy God’s ways. - P90
The world may seem chaotic, but God is not absent. . - P90
He is sustaining creation and orchestrating His perfect plan. Our role is to remain faithful, even when we face uncertainty. - P90
We can trust that God will bring justice as we wait on Him with steadfast faith and obedience - P90
Many people wrestle with the problem of evil. Why does God allow injustice to persist? The psalmist recognizes that God has the final word. He is sovereign and acts according to His perfect will. - P90
The proud and wicked mayflourish temporarily, but no one will escape judgment. Ultimately, they willface God‘s justice. - P90
At the same time, those who walk in righteousness willbe lifted up in due time. This truth should not only give us confidence inthe face of injustice but also lead us into a posture of worship. - P90
The psalmistsings praises to the God of Jacob because He is both just and good. Likewise, our response should be continual praise because of the goodness ofour just God. - P90
"Nothing can successfully stop any act or any event or design or purpose that Godintends to certainly bring about." - John Piper - P90
Righteous Judge, I trust that You see every act of injustice and that nothing escapes Your knowledge. When I feel discouraged by evil in the world, remind me that You will make all things right in Your time. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen. - P91
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