Increased Power

Scripture

Psalm 75:10 "For God says, 'I will break the strength of the wicked, but I will increase the power of the godly'".

Observation:

Asaph has been complaining to God about the wicked prospering and why He doesn't do anything about it. He is somewhat upset with God for not rescuing him at times, yet the everything seems to work out for the ungodly. At the end of his complaining, he hears from the Lord, "I will break the strength of the wicked, but I will increase the power of the godly".

Application:

Sometimes when we feel down and discouraged, we need to hear the prophetic voice saying he will break the strength of the wicked and increase power for the godly. Sometimes we may feel powerless in certain situations, but God will give us the power we need for every task He gives us to do. He is faithful and will always bring His children through tough times. If He doesn't do it when we want Him to, we can still stand on His word and say He will increase the power of the godly. I also noticed here that the power increase is for the godly. Those who are living ungodly need not apply for power. If you are living Godly, rest assured, there is a power increase coming for you!

Prayer:

You are awesome! Your goodness always leads me closer to You. I read of Your word and it changes my life. Thank you for the assurance that you increase the power of the godly. I want to be in that category and never leave it. Keep me pure and living in godliness. Break the strength of those who are wicked and increase the power of the godly! Lord, I have felt really used recently and I ask You to give me the power to walk through every situation in love.

You never leave us nor forsake us,

Jeff