Then Sings My Soul - Cries Of The Heart From The PsalmsSample

Psalm 2:7-8

Yahweh said to me: “You are my son; today I have begotten you. Ask from me and I will make the nations your heritage, and your possession the ends of the earth.”

Oh, God. How humanity pushes against limitation and exerts self strength to overpower, overtake, and overcome! How easily we forget we are yet creatures and YOU are God! How quickly we turn from servant to take charge of our lives and establish self-rule. But You alone sit enthroned, transcendent in power. Successions of kings left us longing for complete deliverance and then…JESUS!  Perfection crowned and handed Your scepter of strength. May all people pledge allegiance to Jesus our King! May foolish rebellion be surrendered for lives lived daily in humble bow.

Application: What “scepters of self strength” are you holding tightly to today?

A natural response to restriction and limitation is oftentimes resentment, resistance, and the urge to push back with determined self-strength. As you consider any areas of present limitation in your life, what are some “no-s” you might feel yourself resisting? And what are the “yes-es” Jesus might be offering to you in the midst of them?

Kids tip: Ask your kids how it feels when you tell them “no” about something. Share some examples with them of the “yes” you are saying that lies behind your “no” and explain how that is Jesus’ heart when He allows the “no-s” in our lives. 

Song suggestion: You Are My Peace - HouseFires