Folsom Prison Blues
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Psalm 85
“Folsom Prison Blues” is a popular prison song; it acknowledges the rough state the prisoner is in…
TURN: This song is like a prison song. It’s written at a time (or prophesying a time) when Israel was in bad shape, and they sing this song to God. The song has three movements, and together they teach us something amazing about God…
1. A History of Salvation (Psalm 85:1-3)
1. A History of Salvation (Psalm 85:1-3)
God restored the Israelites after the exile
God has a track record of this: look at Eden
2. A Need for Salvation (Psalm 85:4-7)
2. A Need for Salvation (Psalm 85:4-7)
The psalmists recount their need for salvation again
They acknowledge their sin and God’s rightful wrath toward them
3. An Expectation of Salvation (Psalm 85:8-13)
3. An Expectation of Salvation (Psalm 85:8-13)
The psalmists expect God to provide salvation
The suggest he wants to reveal his glory by dwelling among his people
They describe his character—a mix of justice and love
They nail the character of God—we see this clearly in Jesus
Main Idea: God saves—because that’s who he is
Main Idea: God saves—because that’s who he is
APPLICATION: (1) Recognize your need for salvation; (2) marvel at God’s amazing grace…
CONCLUSION: Are you trusting Jesus?
