“The king shall have joy in Your strength, O Lord; And in Your salvation how greatly shall he rejoice!” (v.1)
Today as we look at Psalm 21 we see a hymn of thanksgiving and praise to God. Throughout the Psalm David gives thanks to God for; 1) the strength He provides to defeat his enemies (vv.1,5), for answered prayer (v.2), for his many blessings through his life (vv.4,6), and for His presence and unfailing love (v.7). This is also called a Royal Psalm as David wrote it as king of Israel, and acknowledging that God had given him his throne and established his kingdom.
What a great example for us to follow in our own prayer life, starting with praise and honor to whom it is due. Acknowledging God for what He has done and not coming to Him with our laundry list of needs first, but thanking Him for how He has established us and the sphere of influence he has given to us.
Now read this Psalm again and while doing so reflect back over your life and give thanks to God for His hand of protection, provision, and his presence along the way.
The Truth: “ In everything give thanks, for this is the will of Christ Jesus concerning you.”
(1 Thessalonians 5:18)
