Psalm 72 -- Prayers For The KING

This psalm is entitled “A Prayer For The King”.  Since we don’t have a monarchy here, my first thought was, “Would this be something to pray for our president?”  The first request was for God to give him good judgment, and that would truly be something to pray for.  But as I read the rest, without that God-given good judgment, it sounds like we’d be in for more of the same.

My commentary pointed out that neither David nor Solomon ruled the entire area that God set forth in His covenant with Abraham.  “This privilege is reserved for Jesus Christ,” it said, and I saw multiple references to Jesus in these verses, although His name is not mentioned.  I particularly like reading, “Let the people of the desert bow down to Him.”  That speaks of His sovereignty over even the entire Middle East, despite what each sect or country might think of Him today.  “Let all kings bow down to Him and all nations serve Him.”  Amen!  “He will save their lives … their lives are precious to Him.”  Again – Jesus.  “Let the nations be blessed because of Him, and may they all bless him.”  Yes!

And how will this ever happen?  Verses 18-19 say, “Praise the Lord God, the God of Israel, who alone does such miracles.  Praise His glorious name forever.  Let His glory fill the whole world.”

Yes, Father.  Make it so.  Even in this new year.  Crust Satan’s head under Your feet.  Don’t let him wreak havoc as he did last year.  Be Lord of us all!  Help us to trust and follow You!

Your Brother In Christ,

Gary Ford