v.1-3. The nation’s Appeal: “Remember Thy congregation.” v.4-11. The nation’s Plight: “Thine enemies roar.” v.12-17. The nation’s King: “For God is my King of old.” v.18-23. The nation’s Prayer: “Arise, O God, plead Thine own cause.”
Psalm 74:12, 16-17. “For God is my king of old, working salvation in the midst of the earth… The day is thine, the night also is thine: thou hast prepared the light and the sun. Thou hast set the borders of the earth: thou hast made summer and winter.”
IT’S NOT OVER YET. Tensions are high, the enemy surrounds – this is not new Generations have experienced this fear – peace eludes us Threats arise just after some hope surfaced – animosity reigns This nation of people is barely holding on – we can’t even smile It is not over yet.
It used to be swords and spears – weapons were formed against us Now, more sophisticated arms of destruction – innovations made to kill Even two individuals look with suspicion – hatred is in their eyes Boys play with rocks waiting nearby – to throw at the least provocation It is not over yet.
But God made promises; He is the King – remember His works of old He saved the nation in a short time. He has calendared events What God does is beyond our understanding – to bring salvation Miracles along the way impress us with God’s power – He has a plan It is not over yet.
For the nation, there is a plan not plain to many – a King will reign supreme The center of the world is a small place to us – it is the place of the throne to Him Lions and lambs will co-exist – peace on earth will come Deserts will produce abundantly – there will be space for beauty It is not over yet.
Like the nation is despised, so is the Church – failure still has consequences From day one until now, God has spoken – some don’t listen well Choices have consequences, but some forget – God remembers He has called out a people for His name – they will be His bride It is not over yet.
I find opposition is increasing – there is animosity Even from God’s family, the pressure is on to conform to all around It is hard to maintain enthusiasm – what is right seems to be small I remember the One who made the sun and the seasons – and I won’t forget
It is not over yet.
I thank Thee, Father, for revealing to us the past and the future, both of which affect us here and now. May I always have a three-dimensional view of events, nations, and the things of God. I pray in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”