Black and White

July 2, 2009


Psalm 2
In scripture all is either black or white. In the world we find that almost nothing is either black or white. So many grays, so many choices, so many uncertainties. But not so in God's Word. Psalm 2 is a good example. In God's economy, there are those who are for Him and His Beloved, and those who are against.

"The kings of the earth take their stand and the rulers gather together against the Lord and against his Anointed One. 'Let us break their chains,' they say, 'and throw off their fetters.'"

A perfect description of the political climate of these present times. Our country, which used to be a Christian nation, so-called, is throwing off the chains of the church and the morals of God.

God, however, says, "I have installed my King on Zion, my holy hill."

God does not change. The outcome is clear, very black or very white: "Therefore, you kings, be wise; be warned, you rulers of the earth. Serve the Lord with fear and rejoice with trembling. Kiss the Son, lest he be angry and you be destroyed in your way, for his wrath can flare up in a moment."

That is the black. Here is the white: "Blessed are all who take refuge in him."

Psalms 32, 62, 92, and 122 go on to describe the blessings and joys that await those who do not rebel against their King. The blessings are so great!

Dear Lord, Am I truly Your child? Or, am I one of those whose heart is full of deceit? Lord, may I serve You with all of my heart, mind, soul, and strength. Search me, Lord, and try me, see if there be any wicked way in me, that in the end, when I meet You face to face, You will break into a huge smile, and welcome me into Your arms with a shout of triumph! O Lord, may I bring glory to Your name today.
Thank-You, Lord,
Amen