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A. Fear of God
“Tremble, and do not sin”
B. Quiet Meditation
“Meditate in your heart upon your bed, and be still”
C. Sacrifices of Righteousness
“Offer the sacrifices of righteousness”
D. Trust in the Lord
“And trust in the Lord”
IV. (:6-8) PEACE AND JOY SHOULD CHARACTERIZE THE QUIET
CONFIDENCE OF THE GODLY
A. God’s Goodness is Just Around the Corner
1. Despite the Discouraging Words of those whose Faith is Failing
“Many are saying, ‘Who will show us any good?’”
2. Because of the Persevering Prayer of those whose Faith Never Quits
“Lift up the light of Thy countenance upon us, O Lord”
B. God’s Gladness Is Already in My Heart
“Thou hast put gladness in my heart,
More than when their grain and new wine abound.”
C. God’s Peace and Security Surround Me
“In peace I will both lie down and sleep,
For Thou alone, O Lord, dost make me to dwell in safety.”
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DEVOTIONAL QUESTIONS:
1) Is my life characterized by God answering my prayers? Does that reassure me that I
am God’s and He is looking out for me?
2) How does my Value System compare to what God has revealed in His Word as most
precious? Where am I still giving too much loyalty to someone or something that is
“worthless”?
3) What are some of the “sacrifices of righteousness” that the Lord desires?
4) Is my faith strong or fainting? Do I picture God’s Goodness as just around the
corner and His deliverance as imminent or do I think that God has written me off and
will no longer shower me with His blessings?