PSALM 78:40-55 1. Proclaim the good news of rescue from sin We will never understand the good news of the gospel until we understand why we needed rescuing. Jesus, through his life, death and resurrection and the gift of the Holy Spirit, has rescued us from sin. As the psalmist continues his recounting of the story of God’s people we get a glimpse of what we have been rescued from. This passage gives us an understanding of sin. First, we see the nature of sin. Sin is rebellion against God: ‘They rebelled against him’ (v.40). It is not a single act. The psalmist writes, ‘How often … again and again’ (vv.40–41). It is not believing in God’s character, God’s word and God’s actions (vv.41–43). Second, we see the consequences of sin. It grieves God (v.40). It leads to anger, wrath, indignation and hostility (v.49). Ultimately it leads to death (v.50). It was not only the Egyptians who sinned (vv.43–51) but also God’s people (vv.40–42). Nevertheless God rescued them. He redeemed them (v.42): ‘He brought his people out like a flock; he led them like sheep through the desert’ (v.52). He guided them safely, so they were unafraid (v.53). All this was preparation for God’s great rescue plan in Jesus. Thank you, Lord, for rescuing and forgiving us through Jesus. Thank you that you lead us and guide us so that we do not need to be afraid.
Posted on: Mon, 01 Jul 2013 06:05:38 +0000
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