The Sovereignty of God and His Righteous Judgment

Psalm 75 is a powerful reassurance of God's sovereign authority and divine justice. Despite the turmoil we may witness in the world, God holds the pillars of the earth firm. He will cut down the wicked and exalt the righteous. Therefore, let us be humble, praise Him and place our trust in His righteous judgement.

Section: Introduction (Verses 1-2)

The Psalmist begins by expressing thankfulness to God, acknowledging His wondrous deeds. He states that when God selects a time, He will judge with fairness.

Section: God's Sovereignty (Verses 3-5)

In these verses, the earth and its inhabitants are depicted as unstable, but God holds its pillars firm. The Psalmist relays God's words to the boastful and wicked, instructing them to not boast or lift their horns against heaven.

Section: Judgement Belongs to God (Verses 6-8)

The Psalmist reminds that exaltation comes neither from the east, the west, nor the south, but God is the judge. He lowers one and lifts another. He describes God's wrath as a cup of wine, full of mixture, that the wicked of the earth will drink.

Section: A Proclamation of Forever Praise (Verses 9-10)

The Psalmist declares that he will praise God forever and will sing praises to the God of Jacob. He prophesies the cutting off of all the horns of the wicked while the horns of the righteous will be lifted up.

Psalm 75, attributed to Asaph, a prominent psalmist, explores the themes of God's sovereignty, His judgment, and the proper response to His works. It is a powerful reminder of God's control over all aspects of creation and His ultimate power to exalt or lower beings as per His divine justice. The psalm portrays an unwavering faith in God's righteous judgment, and an earnest call to humility and thankfulness.

God's Sovereignty
Divine Judgment
Human Pride
Thankfulness and PraiseGod's Authority
God's Judgment
Humility and Arrogance
ThanksgivingThe Psalmist
God
The Arrogant or WickedThe Earth
Zion

1. What does the Psalmist's choice to thank God at the beginning of the Psalm tell us about his faith?

2. How can you apply the principle of acknowledging God's wondrous deeds in your daily life?

3. How does Psalm 75 portray God's sovereignty over the earth and its inhabitants?

4. Can you identify areas of your life where you need to recognize God's sovereignty more fully?

5. What is the significance of God instructing the boastful not to lift their horns against heaven?

6. How can we avoid falling into the traps of arrogance and pride in our own lives?

7. How does the Psalmist's portrayal of God's judgment challenge or support your understanding of God's character?

8. How does the imagery of God's wrath being like a mixed cup of wine deepen your understanding of divine judgment?

9. How might understanding God's judgment as depicted in this Psalm change your attitude towards others?

10. The Psalmist declares he will praise God forever. How can we cultivate this attitude of continual praise in our lives?

11. How does the Psalmist's commitment to singing praises to the God of Jacob inspire you in your personal worship?

12. How can you practically implement the principle of praising God even in difficult circumstances?

13. What does it mean for the 'horns of the wicked' to be cut off and the 'horns of the righteous' to be exalted?

14. How might the promise of the wicked's downfall and the lifting of the righteous offer comfort in present-day injustices?

15. How does Psalm 75 inspire you to trust God's timing and judgment?

16. How can Psalm 75 inform your prayers for situations of injustice around the world today?

17. Reflecting on the whole of Psalm 75, how does it challenge your understanding of God’s sovereignty and justice?

18. How can you apply the lessons of humility and thankfulness from Psalm 75 in your personal relationships?

19. How can this Psalm influence how we should interact with those who are 'wicked' or 'boastful' in our lives?

20. As you reflect on Psalm 75, what actions will you take to demonstrate your faith in God's sovereignty and righteous judgement in your everyday life?