DISCUSSION OF THE PSALMS - PART VII

PSALMS OF LAMENTATION AND TRUST


I. Psalms of lamentation and psalms of trust are two sides of the same coin, inspired poetry on God's guidance of His people, together and individually, from the standpoint of one who is in the midst of struggles or who has overcome them.

II. Psalms 22 and 23 reflect the need for God's guidance and salvation in the midst of dangers and enemies.

b. The psalmist has faith, but it is used against him.

III. Psalms 65 and 137 reflect the People of God in very different circumstances, one prospering and a sign to the nations, and the other in exile.

B. Psalm 137 record in poignant terms the sorrow and anger of a people in exile.