Psalms 73 - Part Two

Psalm 73:7-12

Their eyes bulge out from fatness;
the imaginations of their hearts run wild.

They mock, and they speak maliciously;
they arrogantly threaten oppression.

They set their mouths against heaven,
and their tongues strut across the earth.

Therefore, His people turn to them
and drink in their overflowing words. 

The wicked say, “How can God know?
Does the Most High know everything?”
Look at them—the wicked!
They are always at ease,
and they increase their wealth.

 As we unpack the next six verses in chapter 73, I want to share some things that stood out to me:

-Asaph is very frustrated at the “success” and “ease” that the unrighteous are experiencing. 

-He starts by pointing out their lack of restraint towards themselves. 

-Then, he points out their lack of restraint towards others. 

-Finally, he points out their lack of restraint and irreverence towards God. 

-He closes out verse 12 by pointing out their obvious “success” once again. 

Can you relate to what Asaph is saying? I know I can. However, comparison can destroy our peace and sense of purpose if we let it. When we begin to focus on what others are going through, how easy they have it, or how successful they are, we begin to lose focus on what really matters. We must remain focused on Jesus and not compare our situation to others. After all, God will exalt us in due time.   

1 Peter 5:6

Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.