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Day by Day - Summertime in the Psalms
Plotting Against God: A Losing Battle
Clif Johnson
(Lifeword)
Aired on Jun 04, 2025
Show Day by Day
May 21, 2025
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00:02:12 Minutes
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Scripture

Psalm 2:1-3

Human rebellion may roar loud, but God's reign remains undefeated, and so must our surrender.   #daybydaylw   Interested in learning more about becoming a devoted follower of Christ? Go to follow.lifeword.org!   ~~~ Psalm 2 shows us humanity’s default posture toward God—rebellion. Nations rage, kings take counsel, rulers plot. The Hebrew word for "plot" means to mutter or murmur under your breath—like conspirators huddling in a dark alley, scheming how to throw off God's reign. Why this anger? Why this stubbornness? Verse 3 tells us: they see God’s authority as bondage. They see His laws, His standards, His goodness—and call it chains. They don't want a King; they want autonomy. But rebellion against God isn't just the posture of ancient kings or modern nations—it’s also the bent of our own hearts. We resist authority. We want to call the shots. Psalm 2 doesn’t just describe "them"; it diagnoses "us." Clif Johnson reminds us that this psalm first applied to David and Israel—but ultimately points to Christ. Herod and Pontius Pilate, Jews and Gentiles alike, united against Jesus, fulfilling this ancient rage. And yet, even their rebellion was folded into God's redemptive plan. Prayer Points: Father, reveal areas in my heart where I still resist Your authority. Forgive me for calling Your good boundaries "chains." Teach me to delight in Your reign rather than resist it. 2 People To Pray For Marco Gaspar and his family, our National Changemakers in Portugal The Ewe Lifeword broadcast for the people of Benin, Ghana & Togo Summary: Human rebellion may roar loud, but God's reign remains undefeated—and so must our surrender.

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