You eat the fat, you clothe yourselves with . also 11:18ff. Ps. . Lord God, you hear our prayers for protection and hear our words as . (1Kings 21:5-16). I dismantle every instrument used to increase the volume of wicked voices from my foundation, in the name of Jesus Christ. Wicked voices that decree sickness into my home and saying no to my healing, I uproot your tongue in the name of Jesus. Its all thats needed. Remember, the psalm was written for public worship. We want to think of God only in terms of love and mercy, but not in terms of justice and judgment. Davids plea that God not remain silent in verse 1b is a cry for help, as elsewhere (cf. Remove impurities from the silver and the silversmith can craft a fine chalice; Remove the wicked from leadership and authority will be credible and God-honoring. Featured image: Antithesis Christi et Antichristi, c. 1490-1510. Esther told the king. 62-65; 305-306; 541-544. Since God is the God of Davids praise (v. 1), He knows that the punishment of Davids enemies and the rescue of the psalmist will result in praise. The days of his enemy should be few. That's Not In The Bible Dear Father, I seek Your protection from the wickedness of the evil one. February 2017 Let the healing power of the Holy Spirit, overshadow me. He will praise God for His deliverance in the midst of the congregation (v. 30). Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning. (Isaiah 54:17) I pray for the Holy Spirit to help me intercede. 140:12). 52:1; 1 Sam. Let his children wander about and beg; and let them seek sustenance far from their ruined homes (vv. Either the psalmist is self-deceived, a hypocrite or a liar. There are six things the LORD hates no, seven things he detests: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that kill the innocent. B. Payne, The Book of Psalms, The Zondervan Pictorial Encyclopedia of the Bible (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1975, 1976), vol. 9 Let his children be fatherless, And his wife a widow. Can you imagine coming together to worship and singing a psalm like Psalm 109? Yet David absolutely refused to take personal revenge, even when he had the opportunity. Evil smell is a satanic virus that contaminate the destiny of people. Peter pronounced sentence on Ananias and Sapphira (Acts 5:1-11). We as believers are accountable when we see evil and we are to speak out against it. The solution was not to separate the sin and the sinner, but to commit both to God. However We Are Not Prohibited From Praying For The Removal Of Wicked Leaders. Should good be repaid with evil? September 2017 Prayers of imprecation for the destruction of the wicked are to be found throughout the entire Word of God. We declare civil war in your camps and loose the Fear of the Lord to follow you everywhere! In verses 14-20 David continues to seek the punishment of his foes, but his petition is based upon a slightly different argument. You are " sovereign over all kingdoms .". Psalm 109 is a similarly unpleasant passage for many. 2) Father, I ask You to protect my family, friends, and loved ones from all forms of evil. Preserve me from all peril, of the contrariness and traps of demons. November 2018 October 2018 16, cf. Like a roaring lion and a rushing bearIs a wicked ruler over a poor people. Michael OConnor is Associate Professor (Teaching Stream) in the Christianity and Culture program at St. Michaels College in the University of Toronto. April 2017 For example, if a friend is dying, I will pray for N. I generally dont ask for a miracle, for a quick death, or such. 27, 31-33). If classified as movies are today, it would hardly receive a G rating. Powers that have vowed not to allow . I beg you, my Lord, God, very Holy, by all your Holy Names, hear and answer my prayer. While it may seem unnecessarily severe for David to pray for his enemys untimely death and for his family to suffer for his sins, Davids petition is based upon the principles and practices of the Old Testament. April 2018 20 Let this be the reward of my accusers from the LORD, And of those who speak evil against my soul. Micah 7:3. There are soul-stirring psalms which inspire us to worship and praise such as Psalm 103. Davids imprecation is certainly fierce and forthright, but I believe that it is not excessive. 25 I also have become a reproach to them; When they see me, they wag their head. If the person still refuses to listen, take your case to the church. Quote Bible verses to destroy evil plans of the enemies, especially after having a bad dream. 3:8-10), so the very severity with which the psalmist spoke may have shocked some of the wicked into facing the seriousness of their sin and turning them to repentance. 130:3-8; 143:2). Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Lord God, you granted us the gift of life and sent your son Jesus Christ to watch over us. It would be interesting to check the responsive readings included in modern hymnals or books of worship, to see the degree to which the Psalms have been edited for Christian worship.185. Because of this two-fold purpose, our exposition of Psalm 109 will be more general to allow space for addressing the broader issues involved. Matthew 2:16 Then Herod, when he saw that he was mocked of the wise men, was exceeding wroth, and sent forth, and slew all the children that were in Bethlehem, and in all the coasts thereof, from two years old and under, according to the time which he had diligently inquired of the wise men, Haman a very wicked man decided in his wicked mind to destroy a whole nation just because Mordecai, a Jew refused to bow down to him. My friend, the beautiful message of the Gospel is that the vengeance for which the psalmist prayed need not fall upon you. Paul cursed Elymas for resisting the gospel (Acts 13:6-11) and damned any who would pervert it (Gal. David can pray thus because it is consistent with the teaching of the Old Testament that the prayers (and indeed all religious acts) of the wicked are an abomination to God (cf. For N, and for those who accompany her today seems quite enough. 21,26). Apostle Paul knew the activities of the wicked against the people of God hence he shed light through this bible scriptures Ephesians 6:12,(KJV): For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in highplaces.. We can pray for mercy on these leaders who oppose God, but we can also stand on God's Word against the spiritual rulers in high places. 5:9). 27 And let them know that this is Thy hand; Thou, LORD, hast done it. 193. . Faith At Christmas 193 The singular (over him &c.), which now takes the place of the plural, may be collective, the Psalmists enemies being regarded as a whole; or distributive, each one of the mass being singled out: but more probably it fastens upon the leader of the gang (v. 2) upon whom rests the real guilt. Prayer to Guard Against Spiritual Warfare; Ephesians 6:12 - For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rules, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.. Dear Father in Heaven, thank you for the powerful assurance that we can't suffer any spiritual defeat with you on our side. The problem we face in Psalm 109 is not restricted to this psalm, however. What I want to stress is how seldom the sin of backbiting is included in those lists. No one dare implore God to act as David does in Psalm 109 unless he himself is innocent in the sense that David was: innocent of the charges of the wicked, and in right standing before God. My Father, make me untouchable to the forces of the wicked in Jesus name. Zec. Everyone must submit to governing authorities. Psalm 125:3. Who is wise? In addition we must remember that all the psalms were recorded and preserved for public worship. 35:12). . "God, hear my voice. Spirit of our God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Most Holy Trinity, descend upon me. David is, first and foremost, a worshipper of God. October 2014. Blog Staff and Editorial Advisory Committee, if it is necessary for the Churchs well-being that such a pope should be removed [] without doubt prayer would remove him, From the Wires: U.S. Catholic Priests Are Increasingly Conservative as Faithful Grow More Liberal, Yale Organ Week: Now Accepting Applications, The North American Academy of Liturgy, 2023, New Open-Access, Ecumenical Journal Powered by the University of Vienna, Is the Eucharistic Revival a Liturgical Revival (Part 2), What Did Jesus Know? 14:18; Ps. Wicked voices, you are all liars. In fact, we have developed very subtle and spiritual-sounding means of committing the sin of character assassination. 48. "Fear Not" Is A Command I am the head, never the tail, above never beneath. I sit in Christ at the right hand of God's throne, far above all principalities and powers, and every satanic spirit operating on earth and everywhere else ( Eph. 21:24; Lev. Romans 13:7 NLT: Give to everyone what you owe them: Pay your taxes and government fees to those who collect them, and give respect and honor to those who are in authority. 2:30-32). I have looked through the missal and found no examples of prayers for the removal of leaders of Church or state. 25-32; Leupold, Psalms, pp. My Father, arise and scatter all plans of the wicked against me in Jesus name. It is rightly based on several truths concerning Gods character. Repeat simple prayer points against evil plans audibly or in your mind when you sense the enemies at work. God commanded the Israelites to destroy all the Canaanites, including their children (Deut. In Zechariah 3:1 he is seen standing at the right hand of the man on trial, as the accuser does here Kidner, Psalms 73-150, pp. We know also that all Scripture is profitable (2 Tim. Haman a very wicked man decided in his wicked mind to destroy a whole nation just because Mordecai, a Jew refused to bow down to him. August 2018 . Lord, with your broom of destruction, sweep away spiritual terrorists working against my manifestation in Jesus' name. April 2015 27-29). ACTS 23:12 - O' Lord my God, my Redeemer and Saviour, wherever the wicked ones will gather together in evil fasting, demonic prayer or under an oath, in order to destroy Jesus Sanctuary Ministries, I and my family members, let the Angels of the Lord bring confusion and destruction amongst them, in Jesus Name, Amen. Then if he or she wont accept the churchs decision, treat that person as a pagan or a corrupt tax collector. David does not himself seek revenge, but he requests God to apply the principle of retribution to his foes. 49. (NASB). Do I not hate those who hate Thee, O Lord? Let us not leave these introductory verses without learning that those who would pray a prayer similar to Davids must be like Davidthey must be those who praise God (not just petition Him), and those who are right before God and men. July 2022 Exod. And a great man speaks the desire of his soul; Nor does the widows plea come before them. December 2014 Cursing was like a garment to the wicked (v. 18a), so let it become his only clothing (vv. This same principle was expressed in the Book of Proverbs: The curse of the Lord is on the house of the wicked, but He blesses the dwelling of the righteous (Prov. My Father, let the plans of the wicked for me be aborted in Jesus name. What God taught in principle, He also practiced. This lesson is intended to accomplish two purposes. The imprecatory psalms were not merely the passionate pleas of one man (spiritually or carnally motivated), but were rather a pattern for the worship of Israel. Some have suggested that the person singled out in these verses is the leader of Davids opposition.193. We want to think that God hates the sin, but He loves the sinner. 20:12-15). A year we need serious prayers against the spirit of lack and famine. 12-13) of his enemy. January 2016 Therefore we respond by going easy on others, hoping our laxity will make things easier on us. Davids imprecations in verses 6-13, including the suffering of his enemys family, are based upon biblical principles and promises.194. (Rom. 28:1; 35:22; 83:1). Liturgical Press | School of Theology Seminary | Saint John's Abbey | Comments Policy | Contact Us February 2018 (3) The words of this psalm are not a wish, but a prophecy. Let those who would pray for the destruction of their enemies be as quick as David to have God search their own hearts and to deal with them in justice, just as they would have Him judge their enemies. 6:17,21). Why is hell a place where people go? 187 In the introduction to his commentary on the Psalms, Kirkpatrick addresses the subject of the innocence of the psalmists: Some of these utterances are no more than asseverations that the speaker is innocent of particular crimes laid to his charge by his enemies (vii. David requested retribution for his enemies.195 Retribution is simply getting what you give. 50. Lord. Suppose for a moment that Saul might have been the subject of Psalm 109. In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you. Psalm 34:21. 147:6; cf. So I decided to look at what the Bible says about removing wicked leaders if we feel that their actions are ungodly and against the teachings of Christ. 6 Appoint a wicked man over him; And let an accuser stand at his right hand. You have set Your glory above the heavens! (or: Which Heresy Will You Give Up for Lent? Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity. O LORD, remember what the Edomites did on the day the armies of Babylon captured Jerusalem. September 2020 May 2017 Let us learn from the severity of the Davids imprecations the intensity and the cruelty of his adversaries. While these are pleas for vengeance, justice, and equity the one praying doesnt then go out and carry it out themselves. Download. Entries (RSS) and Comments (RSS) TOP Burnout And do I not loathe those who rise up against Thee? The nature of the sin of the wicked against David is especially informative. Father, save the world from all powers of the wicked in Jesus name. In religious terms an imprecation is a prayer for evil or misfortune to befall another. Bob was born and raised in a Christian home i More, The Net Pastors Journal, Eng. 21:13; cf. Some have suggested that the person singled out in these verses is the leader of David's opposition. But may they be overthrown before Thee; deal with them in the time of Thine anger! They can program people for failure, sudden death, poverty, lack of helpers, failure at the edge of breakthrough, hardship, stagnancy and other negativities that are not part of Gods plan for his children. By giving up vengeance we free ourselves to love and to forgive in a way that we cannot produce in and of ourselves. Many of the Psalms reflect this aspect of Gods compassion for the afflicted and needy (v. 22), and appeal is often made to God based upon His concern for those in such straits: When they are diminished and bowed down through oppression, misery, and sorrow, He pours contempt upon princes, and makes them wander in a pathless waste. Release fire into the gathering of my detractors in Jesus' name. 29 Let my accusers be clothed with dishonor, And let them cover themselves with their own shame as with a robe. David, unlike his enemies, was not willing to engage in character-assassination. Judgment is one theme, one aspect of Gods dealings with men, but not the whole. Verses 23-25 move from the wounded spirit (v. 22) of the psalmist to his pathetic physical condition, which is a result of oppression at the hand of his enemies. Matthew 6:13 is a great example of praying for escape. 18-20; 763-765; J. 61-62. Oh Lord, expose every works of the wicked and put them to shame and public reproach in Jesus name. In response to the rebellion of Korah, God destroyed Korah, Dathan and Abiram, along with their wives, their children, their cattle, and their possessions (Num. But if you are doing wrong, of course you should be afraid, for they have the power to punish you. The plain truth is that we really do not know who the enemies were, for the psalmist expresses his distress in stylized language which had been employed for centuries in cultic situations. Let their men also be smitten to death, their young men struck down by the sword in battle. Lord, let your wings of protection shelter me and my family in Jesus name. ; 2:1ff. Evil pronouncement from wicked voices from my foundation, I send you back to senders in the name of Jesus. 19 Let it be to him as a garment with which he covers himself, And for a belt with which he constantly girds himself. 18:20-21), cried out to God, petitioning God to do what He had promised. Do what is right, and they will honor you. They are not to be compared with the self-complacency of the Pharisee, who prides himself on his superiority to the rest of the world, but with St Pauls assertions of conscious rectitude (Acts xx. That said, I would dissent from the wordiness of these prayers. Perowne, II, pp. esp. Ed, Issue 46, Winter 2023, A Psalm for All Seasons: Studies in the Book of Psalms. Some psalms are soothing, such as Psalm 23. January 2017 Cf. Rather than inspire pity from his accusers, they despise him and wag their heads in contempt (v. 25). Micah 2:1This video was broadcast by. Your rulers are rebelsAnd companions of thieves;Everyone loves a bribeAnd chases after rewards.They do not defend the orphan,Nor does the widows plea come before them. In other words, dont ask God to change other people so much as to allow ourselves to be changed. I believe that in Davids case his enemies were Gods enemies whom God hated (cf. November 2015 You will remember that God is not without anger, but rather slow to anger (cf. June 2017 in 1971. That is why these psalms have been used down through the centuries by suppliants who cry to God out of their concrete situation. For the scepter of wickedness shall not rest upon the land of the righteous, So that the righteous will not put forth their hands to do wrong. 10:6 - When your debtors are refusing or are . A mans sins not only have dire consequences for him personally; they also adversely affect his family (cf. My God, let their be disaster and calamities in the territory of the wicked forces working against me in Jesus name. ii. I encourage you to place your trust in Jesus Christ, the sin-bearer who died in your place and suffered even more than Psalm 109 describes.

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