Psalm 27:1-6
Introduction
• The scripture for consideration today speaks of hope in the name of the Lord.
• This is the testimony of David Psalm 27:1
1. The Lord is my light and my salvation; Whom shall I fear?
2. The Lord is the strength of my life; Of whom shall I be afraid?
3. God is reveal as the confidence and assurance against all odds, today and tomorrow
4. David drew this conclusion because of his encounter with the Lord as he gave us hope in the word of God- 2 Sam.22:28-30
What are the Implications of Psalm 27:1
A. My God:
1. Implies assurance that God is mine, yours and ours. “My” here is possessive – Psalm 48:14; Exodus 15:2
2. It implies my personal testimonies of God that He will deliver- Psalm 31:14; Daniel 3:17; Lam.3:24.
3. It connotes the abiding presence of God in all situations. Psalm 27: 4 ; Psalm 46:1; 73:23-24; Daniel 3:24-25; Heb.13:5 Psalm:23-24
B. My Light:
1. The light of God speaks of the manifestation of God’s presence in divine guidance- Exodus 33:14-16
2. It guarantees light that dispel darkness- Psalm 27:2 Psalm 18:28; 2 Sam.22:29; Micah 7:8
3. It speaks of illumination that cannot be conquered- God is the conqueror of darkness and gloominess
C. My Salvation: Psalm 27: 5
1. It implies the rescue in place of danger or crises- Psalm 23:4; 124:7
2. It expresses deliverance from stronghold- Psalm 91:3-5 : 2 Chron.20:9
3. It indicates victory over challenges and opposition – 1 Cor.15:57
Conclusion
If you continue to have Jesus as your God this month, He will be your light and salvation