”God and His Word in Times of Trouble” (Psalm 119:121-128)

“God and His Word in Times of Trouble” (Psalm 119:121–128)
Pastor Cameron Jungels
Eastside Baptist Church
Sunday AM, December 31, 2017

Psalm 119:121–128, NIV
121 I have done what is righteous and just;
          do not leave me to my oppressors.
122 Ensure your servant's well-being;
          do not let the arrogant oppress me.
123 My eyes fail, looking for your salvation,
          looking for your righteous promise.
124 Deal with your servant according to your love
          and teach me your decrees.
125 I am your servant; give me discernment
          that I may understand your statutes.
126 It is time for you to act, LORD;
          your law is being broken.
127 Because I love your commands
          more than gold, more than pure gold,
128 and because I consider all your precepts right,
          I hate every wrong path.

 

1. We are reminded in times of trouble, that we can put our hope in God to do what is just and right (v. 121-22).

2. We are reminded in times of trouble, that God's timing is not always the timing that we would want (vv. 123, 126).

3. We are reminded in times of trouble, that we belong to God and can trust in his unfailing love (v. 124).

4. We are reminded in times of trouble, that God's word (his commands) must maintain a central place of importance in our lives (vv. 124c, 125, 126).

5. We are reminded in times of trouble, that God's word must remain the guide of our lives for every decision we make (v. 128).