Psalm 27

I love this song of confidence in the Lord and delight in God's house.

A major theme of this song is David's sure confidence in the Lord.  Because of a firm, unshakable understanding of who God is, he can be certain of what He will do.

God is my light and salvation.   He is the stronghold of life.  I see no cracks in this armor.   There is no "I hope (as in wish) God will save me."  No matter the trouble,  an adversary or an army, David knows beyond all shadow of doubt that he is safe in God's hands.   And he doesn't just think that this is true, he acts like it.  He talks about it, writes songs about it, speaks of it to others, and doesn't let anxiety, fear, worry or depression hold him for long.  He is quick to run to the Stronghold.....to the Light of his salvation.

David is very active and not passive in seeking God.  He talks to God (prayer), meditates (inquires), chooses to be in God's house.  He sings to the Lord and about Him to the people, and asks for wisdom in the way.  He confesses sin and asks forgiveness.  He trusts.  He waits.   He believes.

He loves to be in God's presence (dwelling with God,  being in His house).
There he finds sanctuary from the enemy, rejoicing and praise, knowledge and wisdom, acceptance and love.

I think of other passages that speak of God's pleasure in those who delight in his Word and keep the Sabbath, delighting in it.  He does not love 'lip-service", or ritualistic formalism.

Oh that we would be a people that delight in the Lord like David!  

How many love to spend time at Jesus feet in the Word or in prayer, or hearing the Word preached, sung, taught, prayed in His house?  How many do these things because it is expected;  something to check off a to-do list for righteousness (brownie points with God)?  How many perform the rituals of Christianity (prayer, Bible reading, church attendance) , yet their hearts and minds are not at all transformed by these things.

I cannot judge, because I, too, spent most of my life in such a state.  But God has been gracious to me, patient beyond understanding, and has established a joy in my heart in learning more of Him and a delight in being in His presence.  I can say with David...."Your face, Lord, do I seek.".

I will wait on the Lord.