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In The Day of Trouble I Sought the LORD
…6At night I remembered my song; in my heart I mused, and my spirit pondered:7“Will the Lordspurn usforeverand nevershow His favor again?8Is His loving devotion gone forever? Has His promise failed for all time?…

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Will the Lord cast off for ever? and will he be favorable no more?

the Lord

Psalm 13:1,2
To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. How long wilt thou forget me, O LORD? for ever? how long wilt thou hide thy face from me? …

Psalm 37:24
Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdethhim with his hand.

Psalm 74:1
Maschil of Asaph. O God, why hast thou castus off for ever?why doth thine anger smoke against the sheep of thy pasture?

and will

Psalm 79:5
How long, LORD? wilt thou be angry for ever? shall thy jealousy burn like fire?

Psalm 85:1,5
To the chief Musician, A Psalm for the sons of Korah. LORD, thou hast been favourable unto thy land: thou hast brought back the captivity of Jacob…

AddAgesCastFavorFavorableFavourableForeverKindLongerPleasedRejectShowSpurnAddAgesCastFavorFavorableFavourableForeverKindLongerPleasedRejectShowSpurn1.The psalmist shows what fierce combat he had with distrust
10.The victory which he had by consideration of God's great and gracious works.

Will the Lord spurn us forever
This phrase reflects a deep sense of despair and questioning of God's enduring presence and favor. In the context of the Psalms, this is a common theme where the psalmist expresses feelings of abandonment or divine silence. Historically, this could relate to periods of Israel's exile or personal trials where God's presence seemed distant. Theologically, it raises questions about God's covenant faithfulness, as seen inDeuteronomy 31:6, where God promises never to leave nor forsake His people. This phrase can also be seen as a type of Christ's own experience on the cross, where He cried out, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" (Matthew 27:46), highlighting the human experience of feeling forsaken yet ultimately trusting in God's plan.

and never show His favor again?
The concern about God not showing favor again ties into the covenant relationship between God and Israel, where favor is often associated with God's blessings, protection, and presence. In the Old Testament, God's favor is linked to obedience and faithfulness to His commandments (Deuteronomy 28:1-14). The psalmist's question reflects a fear of permanent separation from God's blessings, which is a significant concern for the covenant community. This phrase also connects to the New Testament understanding of grace, where favor is unmerited and given through Jesus Christ (Ephesians 2:8-9). Theologically, it reassures believers that God's favor is not based on human merit but on His steadfast love and mercy, as seen inLamentations 3:22-23, which speaks of God's mercies being new every morning.

1.Asaph
The author ofPsalm 77, Asaph was a prominent Levite singer and seer in David's court. He is known for his deep, reflective psalms that often explore themes of distress and divine intervention.

2.Israel
The nation of Israel is often the backdrop for the psalms, representing God's chosen people who frequently experienced cycles of sin, judgment, repentance, and deliverance.

3.The Lord (Yahweh)
The central figure in the psalm, Yahweh is the covenant-keeping God of Israel, whose faithfulness and mercy are questioned in times of distress.

4.Rejection
The feeling of being rejected by God is a central theme in this verse, reflecting a period of spiritual desolation and questioning.

5.Favor (Hebrew: ???, chen)
This term refers to grace or favor, a key aspect of God's relationship with His people, often associated with His blessings and presence.Understanding Divine Silence
Times of perceived rejection or silence from God are not uncommon in the believer's journey. These moments can serve as opportunities for deepening faith and reliance on God's promises.

The Nature of God's Favor
God's favor is not always manifested in immediate relief or visible blessings. It often involves a deeper work of character and faith within us.

The Role of Lament in Faith
Lament is a biblical and healthy expression of faith. It allows believers to bring their deepest fears and questions before God, trusting in His ultimate goodness.

Trusting in God's Unchanging Character
Despite circumstances, God's character remains constant. His past faithfulness is a foundation for trusting Him in present trials.

Community and Encouragement
Sharing struggles within a faith community can provide support and remind us of God's faithfulness through the testimonies of others.Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 77

Does Psalm 77:7–9, which questions God’s faithfulness, conflict with other passages that portray God as ever-present and unchanging?

Psalm 21:7: If the king indeed 'shall not be moved,' how do we explain other biblical accounts where kings of Israel fell from power or faced defeat?

Psalm 99:1 states the earth trembles when the Lord reigns; how do we address the lack of historical or geological evidence for such a quake?

If Psalm 11:7 affirms God's love of righteousness, why does the broader biblical narrative allow for continued injustice and suffering?(7-9) The self-questionings here follow as they rise sigh after sigh in the poet's heart. God's silences have always been more appalling to the human spirit than even the most terrible of His manifestations. To the pious Israelite, to whom the past history of his race appeared one scene of opportune interpositions to save at the moment when distress became too intolerable, it seemed as if the divine protection was altogether withdrawn when the misery was protracted and the sign of help withheld.

Verse 7. -Will the Lord cast off forever? The psalmist asked himself in the night such questions as these: Is it really to be supposed that God will cast off his peopleforever?And will he be favourable (or,gracious) no more? Surely such desertion is incredible.

Parallel Commentaries ...


“Will the Lord
אֲדֹנָ֑י(’ă·ḏō·nāy)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 136:The Lord

spurn [us]
יִזְנַ֥ח ׀(yiz·naḥ)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 2186:Reject, forsake, fail

forever
הַֽ֭לְעוֹלָמִים(hal·‘ō·w·lā·mîm)
Article, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 5769:Concealed, eternity, frequentatively, always

and never
וְלֹֽא־(wə·lō-)
Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808:Not, no

show His favor again?
לִרְצ֣וֹת(lir·ṣō·wṯ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 7521:To be pleased with, to satisfy a, debt


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