7-19-06 Psalms 7:7, 8

Psalms 7:7, 8 (KJ21)
So shall the congregation of the people compass Thee about; for their sakes, therefore, return Thou on high. The LORD shall judge the people: Judge me, O LORD, according to my righteousness and according to mine integrity that is in me.

Psalms 7:7, 8 (NAS)
And let the assembly of the peoples encompass Thee; And over them return Thou on high. The LORD judges the peoples; Vindicate me, O LORD, according to my righteousness and my integrity that is in me.

Psalms 7:7, 8 (NIVUS)
Let the assembled peoples gather around you. Rule over them from on high; let the LORD judge the peoples. Judge me, O LORD, according to my righteousness, according to my integrity, O Most High.

Psalms 7:7, 8 (NLT)
Gather the nations before you. Sit on your throne high above them. The LORD passes judgment on the nations. Declare me righteous, O LORD, for I am innocent, O Most High!

You are probably familiar with the god-father image that is portrayed in films of the Mafia. This "god" or "father" figure is the one around which the whole family revolves. His word is law and there are severe consequences to the family member, who does not obey to the letter the word of the 'god-father'.

You also are a member of a family, whose leading figure is your God and your Father. You are of His community, nation, and people; your life revolves around His word and His will. You constantly return to His presence, for He is your compass that always directs you in the right way. When the Lord retreats to His elevated place which is far above you, you must determine that you will continue to follow and seek after Him. You will find refreshment and relief, restoration and rescue in the place where the Lord your God is exalted.

Jehovah the Lord is the judge and ruler of His people. You are part of this association and today's society is not your final authority. If you allow society to over-shadow you, your life will become dim and you will huddle with the masses. You may find that you are striving and contending with the Most High.

However, if you allow the Lord to judge you with the righteousness that the blood of Jesus has given you, you will find equity and vindication. He will govern you with justice, for He is your avenger. He litigates and pleads you case and you receive prosperity. He cleanses you and restores you innocence. In Him, you are complete and perfected. You walk in integrity and uprightness. You are now full and whole.