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Psalm 77 Commentary
by Brad Boyles
We’ve all experienced sleepless nights wondering if God can hear us. The primary issue at hand is the stark contrast between what we know about God and the reality of what we are experiencing. So, we worry. Like Asaph, we focus on the complexity of the problem with seemingly no end in sight. We struggle to understand the reality that is before us. Every moment we feel our stomach turn with emotion as we ponder how we will make it through this phase of life.
Just read the raw thoughts of Asaph wrestling with the sovereignty of God.
I spend the night in deep thought; I meditate, and this is what I ask myself: 7 “Will the Lord always reject us? Will he never again be pleased with us? 8 Has he stopped loving us? Does his promise no longer stand? 9 Has God forgotten to be merciful? Has anger taken the place of his compassion?”
Psalms 77:6-9 GNB
There is encouragement. There is hope. There is a powerful God who knows exactly how you feel. Asaph begins to remember God’s faithfulness throughout the years.
I will remember your great deeds, LORD; I will recall the wonders you did in the past. 12 I will think about all that you have done; I will meditate on all your mighty acts. 13 Everything you do, O God, is holy. No god is as great as you. 14 You are the God who works miracles; you showed your might among the nations.
Psalms 77:11-14 GNB
Is it wrong to question God? Many in the Scriptures questioned Him. The turning point for those who were faithful (and this is especially true in the Psalms) was when they reminded themselves of His faithfulness. That act alone is enough to bring supernatural peace to our hearts and minds. Remembering the faithful acts of our God becomes a potent weapon for the one who is troubled and dejected. He. Is. Faithful.
How has God been faithful to you in your life? Don’t just remember those moments – treasure them. Meditate on them. Check God’s history. He is a Mighty Deliverer who hears the cry of the broken-hearted. He is absolutely faithful to His promises.