PSALMS (75)

0. Introduction

a) Psalms is a great collection of songs and prayers expresses the heart and soul of humanity. In them, the whole range of human experiences is expressed. David and the other writers honestly pour out their true feelings, reflecting a dynamic, powerful, and life-changing relationship with God. The psalmists confess their sins, express their doubts and fears, ask God for help in times of trouble, and praise and worship him.

b) As you read Psalms, let the honesty of the psalmists guide you into a deep and genuine relationship with God.

1. Psalms 75

a) To the Chief Musician. Set to "Do Not Destroy." A Psalm of Asaph. A Song.

2. Theme:

a) Because God is the final judge, the tables will be turned upon the wicked. When arrogant people threaten our security, we can be confident that God will ultimately overrule and destroy them.

3. Author:

a) Asaph.

4. Scripture text: Psalms 75:1-10

We give thanks to You, O God, we give thanks!
For Your wondrous works declare that Your name is near.

² “When I choose the proper time,

I will judge uprightly.
³ The earth and all its inhabitants are dissolved;
I set up its pillars firmly. Selah

⁴ “I said to the boastful, ‘Do not deal boastfully,’

And to the wicked, ‘Do not lift up the horn.
⁵ Do not lift up your horn on high;
Do not speak with a stiff neck.’”⁶ 

For exaltation comes neither from the east

Nor from the west nor from the south.
⁷ But God is the Judge:
He puts down one,
And exalts another.
⁸ For in the hand of the Lord there is a cup,
And the wine is red;
It is fully mixed, and He pours it out;
Surely its dregs shall all the wicked of the earth
Drain and drink down.

⁹ But I will declare forever,

I will sing praises to the God of Jacob.

¹⁰ “All the horns of the wicked I will also cut off,
But the horns of the righteous shall be exalted.” (Psalms 75:1-10 NKJV)