This week it’s fun to be back in a psalm written by David, Psalm 138, a psalm that sings praises to our God and reminds us to do the same.  

Psalm 138 illustrates the depth of David’s faith in God, that He prayed to Him – and no other – for help, that he trusted God for victory in every battle, and that David’s enemies were defeated because of the Lord’s faithfulness – not because of his own might or power or the strength or number of his army.  

One commentator notes, “this psalm helps us understand better what really happens when God answers prayer.” 

The great preacher, Charles Spurgeon, once said, “But this is my confidence, the Lord that began, will perfect. He has done it all, must do it all, he will do it all. My confidence must not be in what I can do, or in what I have resolved to do, but entirely in what the Lord will do.”  

Amen and Amen. David knew that, and his faith is demonstrated throughout this psalm, exactly as Spurgeon noted. 

Dear under-shepherd, as it pertains to your leadership sphere, where do you need this reminder from Psalm 138 today?  

It matters not where we shepherd, where we influence, where we lead – His answers to our prayers will give witness of His power and His unfailing love to those around us who do not know Him or do not yet trust Him.. 

And it matters not what it feels like it today, He will accomplish His purpose for our lives, for His glory and for our good. 

Thank you for joining me. May you shepherd well all those entrusted to you this week.