Psalm 11

August 10, 2015 Monday Message:

“In the Lord I put my trust.” Psalm 11:1a KJV

Before David became King of Israel, he was constantly hunted by King Saul. His friends advised him to run away, to hide out in the hills, but David would have no part of it. In outrage to their suggestion, he puts his foot down: “In the Lord I put my trust!” only the Lord – nothing else!

Trusting the Lord should be our foundation. Everything else that goes on – that happens to us – even that which threatens us – should be FIRST considered by remembering that God is in charge. God is still on His throne, in charge of His kingdom.

Psalm 11 goes on to say that God sees everything. God is not just a casual observer. He tests the righteous, to help make them stronger. But the evil will receive hot coals, fire and brimstone. God says so.

Knowing the character of God, we know that He is judging fairly and honestly. God doesn’t make mistakes. God never needs to re-think His decision.

God loves setting things right.

Norton Lawellin

Jesus in the City Fellowship (JICF) gathers at 10 a.m. every Sunday in the North end (gym) of the Oliver Ministry Building, 2647 Bloomington Ave., Minneapolis. This Sunday, Aug. 16, Pastor Dale Rader brings us a message from the Bible.