Remember who God is when you suffer PS 93

Introduction

We don’t know the historic background of the psalm. But from v.3 we see the psalmist was experiencing some kind of trouble. It could have been National turmoil, it could have been personal problems and suffering. Whatever the problems were that he was facing this psalm shows us how he dealt with them. He placed his confidence in the LORD and trusted in him. Instead of allowing the problems to overwhelm him he kept his focus on who the LORD is and what he has done.

The fact is just as the psalmist was experiencing trouble. So will we as Christians. We are not exempt from suffering. How can we face problems whether national or personal with peace?

How can Christian’s have peace in the midst of trouble?

We learn the answer from this psalm when we look at how the psalmist approaches the troubles he was facing.

1 Have a right view of who God is

a) The LORD reigns-God is in control- He is sovereign

b) God is glorious in majesty and power

All of his attributes combine to make his majesty

Power is one mentioned- God is omnipotent.

c) God is the creator and sustainer

d) God is eternal and and his sovereignty not change

Application

2 Remember who God is when you are in trouble v.3-4

a) He told the Lord about his troubles v.3

Repetition The floods- emphasis. Worry, overwhelming problems.

b) He remembered who God is. v.4

BUT, the LORD on high is mightier.

Application

III. Rest in his word and his character v.5

a) His word is true v.5a

b) He is holy and always will be v.5b

Application

Conclusion