To describe the Psalms, we could say some are: (1) the voice of the Lord Jesus, written 1,000 years before the events took place; (2) Or like the voice of the little group of believing Jews, (the remnant) during the tribulation, “D” on chart; or (3) mostly the words of King David. Each word is inspired by God Himself. Also, this Book of Psalms could be like a hymn book for the believing Remnant, during the tribulation. It is so much about their trials, joys, sorrows and coming glory.
Psalm 1:11Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. (Psalm 1:1) The book opens with “blessed” or “happy.” God wants us to be happy. He has made every provision for our happiness. Notice three words, “walketh,” “standeth” and “sitteth.” If we walk with someone it might seem to us to be of very little importance, a passing friendship, so we might think it does not matter if they are “ungodly.” But the next step is “standeth” that is, we are still more in their company and are beginning to feel at home with them though they are “sinners.” And last comes, “sitting” now we might feel right at home, for we sit down with them, even though they are “scornful.” If we love the Lord Jesus, and His Word, we shall not want to walk or stand or sit in the company of those who do not love Him. We separate from them but we do not isolate ourselves, for we must witness to them.
V.2 Are we reading our chapter each day and thinking about it daily and at night too? Read your chapter with God.
V.3 A tree planted here is getting its moisture from the river. If we keep close to the Lord, and read His Word, we shall grow, even though we may find very few Christian friends to help and encourage us.
V.4 “The ungodly” may seem to prosper, but they will have to meet God someday. The Lord Jesus walked totally in the truth of this wonderful Psalm. But keep reminding yourself — the Lord Jesus lived on earth 1,000 years after these words were written! He perfectly fulfilled them.