Bent But Not Broken

O. T. #1258 "Bent But Not Broken"
August 8, 2018
Psalm 62

LET IT GLOW

[My resource is Liberty Bible Commentary, which is either quoted or reworded.]

This Davidic Psalm, probably written in the time of Absalom's rebellion, whenever he was seeking to kill his father David in order to take over his throne as king over Israel.

"David expresses confidence in God's care and protection, no matter what threatens him," Lydia Brownback said in her book, Sing a New Song.

Folks, there are some really good verses in this chapter. We may have to camp here a while so we can get the meat of it all.

First of all, if you have a Bible available to you, would you read this short, twelve verse chapter before we get started. It will help. Also, while reading, underline the descriptive words that David uses about God.

Another thing, before we start, we need the Hebrew definition of the word only because it and the defining words are used 6 times here.

Only is a particle of affirmation, meaning surely; at least; certainly; howbeit; nevertheless; truly; verily. (Strong's Exhaustive Concordance)

Now, can you find all six? Only is in a restrictive manner; truly is in an affirmative manner.

1. Verse 1-Certainly David's soul waits on God, quietly before Him, for his salvation is from God.
2. Verse 2-David sounds definite in that God is his rock, salvation, defense.
3. Verse 4-Nevertheless, David's enemies plan to topple him from his kingly position.
4. Verse 5-Howbeit, David waits upon God.
5. Verse 6-David repeats that God is his rock, salvation, and defense.
6. Verse 9-Truly, compared to God, man is nothing but vanity, a puff of wind.

Jerry Falwell wrote:

To wait upon God is the habitual practice of faith. 

And all these years I thought waiting on God was at intervals, just every now and then. Had you considered waiting a habitual practice?

LET IT GROW

David said he would not be greatly moved. Greatly is like a tree swaying in the wind, bent but not broken.
 One time a strong storm came over our house. I saw our huge pecan tree sway in the wind. The top branches bent some but it did not break nor was it uprooted. Although it was not intentionally planted, the roots were deep enough that it did not break or blow over.

Is our faith planted so deeply in Jesus that nothing can break us nor uproot us?
LET IT GO

Jesus, keep me bent to You and not the world. Help my faith be rooted in You so it does not get broken.