40 Minutes In The Old Testament Psalm 11 (Episode 406)
Feb 12, 2024
Chad and Daniel discuss Psalm 11, exploring David's confidence in God's protection and judgment against the wicked, emphasizing the stark contrast between the rewards for the righteous and the consequences for the wicked. They also delve into the back and forth nature of the Psalms and biblical imagery of God's justice. The ultimate reward for the righteous is the privilege of beholding God's face.
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God's Constant Presence
- David expresses confidence in God's presence and place of authority.
- This contrasts with Psalms where David questions God's location.
God's Active Involvement
- The Old Testament emphasizes God's close involvement in worldly affairs, unlike the deistic view of a detached deity.
- God sees everything, even the wicked preparing to strike.
Judgment Imagery
- David uses imagery from Genesis 19 of Sodom and Gomorrah to describe God's judgment on the wicked.
- This imagery includes fire, brimstone, and a scorching wind.