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NASB | Psalm 55:20 He has put forth his hands against those who were at peace with him; He has violated his covenant. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Psalm 55:20 He [my companion] has put out his hands against those who were at peace with him; He has broken his covenant [of friendship and loyalty]. |
Bible Question:
The Psalms so often cut to the heart. This one (55 -- read the whole thing) brings up specific memories for me -- but also raises a difficult question. The Psalm describes betrayal by a close friend -- this is the part I can relate to clearly. The resolution offered by the text, however, is not reconcilliation or forgiveness -- but to hand the treacherous friend over to God's punishment. I yearn for reconciliation -- and understand Christ-like friendship to include the way of forgiveness and suffering. How then should I understand this Psalm? Are there other texts I should look at? |
Bible Answer: Ephesians 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Luke 23:24 Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots. Matthew 5:44 But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you; When I read the Old Covenant and read concerning enemies, my mind always jumps to Jesus' command to love our enemies, and we are to look beyond those that injure us to the demonic forces we are actually in war against. While certainly it is mankind's willingness to hear and obey the enemy that gives him his edge, nonetheless, he is our enemy. Our prayers for the enlightenment of those who are influenced by these principalities and powers is the way to win! There is a huge difference in the tone of the Old Covenant and the New, but we know God never changes. Odviously God in Jesus revealed the true nature of God to man and the will of God to man. Ask the Holy Spirit to give you a revelation of the unity of the Old and New Covenant despite the odvious difference in their wording. Always read the Old in the light of the New. Hope this helps God bless |
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