Psalm:12:7-8
Therefore Lord, we know you will protect the oppressed
Preserving them forever from this lying generation
Eventhough the wicked strut about
And evil is praised throughout the land.
Sometimes we think evil prevails unprecedented. In Psalms 12 David is in such a dilemma. He sees godly disappearing, faithful vanished, neighbours lying to each other, flattering lips, deceitful hearts.
He sees people saying we will lie to our heart's content, who can stop us?
We too live in such a world where lying for your own protection is considered smart. Where lying which doesn't bring harm to others but beneficial for your good is considered wise and virtuous. Flattering with a selfish desire is considered shrewd. Stepping on another's shoulder for your benefit is considered well spirited.
But don't we all realize that however small your sin is, it is considered significant in the eyes of the Lord. There is no big or small sin. There is no black or white lie.
And also we need to remember that our Lord is always pro poor. The Lord will indeed protect the one who is oppressed.
Apparently evil may strut about, evil may be praised. But it's only for a little while. Truth will always prevail.
Are you oppressed by the evil roaming around? Do not worry, the Lord is in control.
Do you oppress the poor and those not so strong as you for your own benefit? Beware, the Lord is in control.
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