Today’s readings are Psalms 9, 49, 89 and 129.

I found Psalm 49 to be such an interesting Psalm.

When I looked at the commentary in my Bible concerning this Psalm it said, “Ps 49 is a wisdom word concerning rich fools who proudly rely on their great wealth and on themselves to assure their welfare and security in the world.”

Wow. Quite a harsh word for what is supposed to be a book of praise songs to God. hee hee. Kidding !;) I promise I know this book is not just a book of happy songs. What I’ve loved about this book is that these songs are genuine. They’re not sugar-coated, they hold true emotions and expressions.

Back to this Psalm…

Individualism in society is an ugly thing. It’s all about me and my wealth and my life and my problems. Happiness at the expense of others if needs be.

We’ve heard many a time that money can’t buy happiness. Most people claim to believe this, but do they live their lives in this way?

Obviously I’m not saying that having wealth, success and nice possessions is bad. Of course it’s not, but when our worth and security are in material things, then we’re in trouble. When all we want is more, more, more, then nothing will ever satisfy.

Any way, I could surely say much more but I won’t.

Basically this Psalm just reminded me that my life is in God’s hands. I cannot do anything to save myself. Only Christ can save me. My security is in Him alone.

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