Day 233 – August 21, 2021
Scriptures: Psalm 78 Who is Asaph? Twelve psalms are attributed to Asaph, mostly within Book Three (Pss 50; 73–83). The Bible includes several individuals named “Asaph,” but the psalm titles likely refer to Asaph, son of Berechiah (1 Chr 6:39). He was a Levite appointed by David to worship before the ark (1 Chr 16:4–7). David later established his family as temple musicians (1 Chr 25:1–2). His descendants continued this role throughout the period of the kings (2 Chr 35:15) and again after the exile (Ezra 3:10; Neh 11:17). (Barry, John D. et al. Faithlife Study Bible. Bellingham, WA: Lexham Press, 2012, 2016. Print) Psalm 78 recounts the relationship between Israel and God. God has shown remarkable faithfulness and patience with his people. The Psalm narrates the ongoing relationship cycle of obedience, sin, rebuke, punishment and repentance. It’s purpose is to be a parable. A story that calls the people to reflect on their own walk with God. How have they fallen into similar patterns of faithfulness and faithlessness? IT’s a parable that calls us to our own self-examination. Will I trust in the Lord and walk with him? Have a blessed day, Jordan
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