Oct. 25, 2026

Psalm 9

“What Do You Say?”

“The psalm is a great pattern of praise on a level neglected far too much in our day. We praise God much for His mercy. This is right, but it is a good thing to recognize His righteous rule and to praise Him for that”. G. Campbell Morgan

1. ABC (vs. 1-4)

Every second line is a successive letter of the Hebrew alphabet.

Psalm 9 and 10

Introduction to the reality

A. Real Thanks

B. Thanks is connected to the LORD

The personal God.

C. Thanks is connected to past action (v. 1b)

D. Exult in the LORD and sing praise to His Name (v. 2)

E. God deals with the enemies (v. 3)

F. Maintains my “just” cause (v. 4)

- who defines justice?

”Justice, when used of God, is a name we give to the way God is, nothing more; and when God acts justly He is not doing so to conform to an independent criterion, but simply acting like Himself in a given situation.” AW Tozer, The Knowledge of the Holy

2. On the Throne forever (vs. 5-8)

A. The rebuke of the nations and the enemy (vs. 5,6)

Charles Spurgeon

1 Corinthians 15:54-57

B. The Eternal Throne (vs. 7, 8)

Revelation 4:2-11

3. Help to the Needy (vs. 9, 10)

A. Stronghold for the oppressed (v. 9)

B. Those seeking (v. 10)

4. Command for others to join in (vs. 11, 12)

A. Psalms invite everyone

Mission

B. He avenges

Romans 12:14-21

5. Cry for Help and Thanksgiving (vs. 13-16)

A miniature prayer book. Have mercy on me!

A. Personal

B. General

C. Nations That Sunk in the Pit (vs. 15, 16)

6. The LORD rules and it will be seen (vs. 17-20)

A. The Destination of the Wicked

Revelation 20:11-15

B. The Needy shall not always be forgotten

C. They are only humans!

“the “real problem of humanity” is that “we have paleolithic emotions, medieval institutions, and godlike technology. And it is terrifically dangerous” E.O. Wilson from, John C. Lennox 2084 and the AI Revolution, Updated and Expanded Edition

Philippians 2:9-11

1 John 5:4-5

Reflection:

1. What heaviness and oppression do you need to give to the Savior? What do you need to honestly express to Him?

2. Do you believe that God alone is on His throne? Do you believe that all will see it some day?

3. Are you willing to give thanks today? Will you “recount all of God’s wonderful deeds”?

Follow UP in the Word through the Week…

Monday:

Read: 1 Corinthians 15:54-57

How does this “defeat” give you hope?

Tuesday:

Read: Romans 12:14-21

How difficult is it for you to trust in the Lord to settle the matters outlined in this list?

Wednesday:

Read: Revelation 20:11-15

When you read this about the destination of the wicked, where do you find your assurance?

Thursday:

Read: Philippians 2:9-11

When you read about Jesus ultimately ruling over every person in history, how does that change how you will live this day?

Friday:

Read: 1 John 5:4-5

Describe the victory of Jesus in your life.

Saturday:

Read: Revelation 4:2-11

Think about John’s description of the eternal throne. What details amaze you most?