PSALM 79-81 REFLECTION Asaph has composed these 3 Psalms; the first does not refer to the choirmaster unlike Psalm 80-81. Psalm 79 is Asaph's lament for Israel, where he questions God how much longer will He allow destruction upon Israel. "We have become a taunt to our neighbors, mocked and derided by those around us. How long, O LORD? Will You be angry forever? Will Your jealousy burn like fire? Pour out Your anger on the nations that do not know You, and on the kingdoms that do not call upon Your Name!" In Asaph agonizing over the state of his home and people, he requests that God turn wrath over to their enemies. The whole reason that God is allowing this evil is for Israel's good as stated in earlier Psalms, but now Asaph seems distraught and although He praises God, he doesn't seem to understand at this moment why God is still allowing it all. God chastises those He loves, and in my experience and Scripture as well I see the repentance and change that comes from it. My heart wanders back to 2 Corinthians 7:10. While this verse is very harsh, it is understandable that God loves His people so much He will use any means necessary to accomplish His will. Next in Psalm 80, Asaph testifies of all the goodness of God, and sings and prays for restoration of Israel. "Restore us, O LORD God of hosts! Let Your face shine, that we may be saved!" In Psalm 81, Asaph encourages the people to petition God in unity, in one accord to praise Him and to face this "prophetic hymn." He prophesies through song and urges the people to return to obey God and keep His ways, else they be subdued by their enemies rather than God doing the subduing. what are y'all's thoughts? share in the comments. To read along with my ministry -- join in today @ Iaom1.com -- All are welcome. #Psalms #BibleReading #OldTestament #Redemption