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Psalms 3:3&4
"3 But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.
4 I cried unto the LORD with my voice, and He heard me out of His holy hill. Selah."

The literary and poetic expressions of LAMENTATIONS serve as a testament to the human experience of suffering and the longing for divine comfort and redemption.

This week we will study a striking example in chapter three of the book of Psalms. Written by King David during his flight from his son Absalom, who had rebelled against him (2 Samuel 15:13-17). The psalm expresses David’s distress and despair in the face of his numerous enemies and those who doubt God’s deliverance.

Yesterday's verses, "LORD, how are they increased that trouble me! many are they that rise up against me. Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God. Selah." The phrase “Selah” is a musical notation or pause, indicating a moment of reflection or contemplation. How impactful it would be to have your own son as an "enemy."

David is in a woeful situation, without a doubt, and he turns to our GOD. Today's verses, "But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head. I cried unto the LORD with my voice, and He heard me out of His holy hill. Selah." This paints a comforting picture of God lifting David’s head and hearing his cries for help. These verses also show us the pattern. Get the fear and complaints out and then shift to hope in God! Have faith that God will provide and help. Faith doesn't end danger or attacks, but God will shield you. God will lift your head above our current situation. Lift your head up, don't be downcast or downtrodden. Look to God and the holy hill, a place we call Calvary. Where our Lord and Savior was sacrificed for our sins.
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