TOPIC: Human Wickedness Against Divine Goodness
OPENING PRAYER: As I read through this passage dear Lord, let your word bring transformation to my life.
SCRIPTURE: Psalm 36.1‐12
QUESTIONS FOR REFLECTION
• Is there any promise for me to believe or hope for?
• What truth is God revealing to me in this passage?
Scripture Union Daily Guide 29th December 2022 MESSAGE
This Psalm opens with the reflection of David on “the wicked”; someone who does not respect or reverence God. What is the foundation of their character and actions (v.1)? Every thought, word and action of the wicked is bent on mischief and evil. He thinks highly of himself and persuades himself that God does not interfere in his actions. Let not the wicked be deceived a terrible end awaits them (v.12).
By contrast, David, once a shepherd boy close to nature, chooses to focus on the amazing love, goodness and faithfulness of God and His bountiful provision for His children. Observe how he breaks out in adoration of the God who created nature depicted here in all its glory (vs.5‐6). God cares for His people and creation.
When you look at creation, what is the first thing that comes to your mind? What are the other attributes of God that David highlights in this Psalm? God is the Source of life and light (v.10). Jesus came to give us that life and light (cf. John 1:4).
PRACTICE/WORD APPLICATION
So what? Is Jesus Christ your life and light?
• Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
CLOSING PRAYER
• Thank God for the refuge He is (He makes available) to all who put their trust in Him.
Offer a prayer of faith in line with Isaiah 49:16
ONE YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Mark 13; Revelation 15‐17.
Scripture Union Daily Guide 29th December 2022. Scripture Union is an international, interdenominational, evangelical Christian organization. It was founded in 1867, and works in partnership with individuals and churches across the world. The organization’s stated aim is to use the Bible to inspire children, young people and adults to know God.
