What actions demonstrate faith in God's deliverance as seen in Psalm 71:13? The Heart Cry in Verse 13 “May my accusers be put to shame and consumed; may those who seek my harm be covered with scorn and disgrace.” (Psalm 71:13) Key Actions That Reveal Trust • Turning immediately to God rather than to personal retaliation • Expressing confidence that the Lord, not human strength, will settle accounts • Requesting divine justice in language that presumes God’s willingness to act • Standing firm in hope while enemies remain active Entrusting Justice to God • Psalm 7:6–8 — David appeals to the righteous Judge instead of exacting revenge. • Deuteronomy 32:35 — “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay.” Counting on this promise frees believers from personal vengeance. • Romans 12:19 — New-Testament confirmation that giving place to God’s wrath is an act of faith. Refusing Personal Retaliation • Psalm 37:7–9 — Waiting patiently on the Lord, refraining from anger. • 1 Peter 2:23 — Christ “entrusted Himself to Him who judges justly.” Believers mirror this posture. Speaking Boldly in Prayer • Psalm 25:3 — “Surely none who wait for You will be put to shame.” Declaring what God has pledged is faith in action. • Hebrews 4:16 — Drawing near with confidence because the throne of grace is open. Expectant Praise Even Before Rescue • Psalm 71:14 — “But I will always hope and will praise You more and more.” Confidence voiced in verse 13 blossoms into worship in verse 14. • Acts 16:25 — Paul and Silas sing hymns in prison, a New-Testament picture of anticipatory praise. Living Out These Actions Today • Replace grumbling or plotting with prayerful surrender of every threat. • Meditate on God’s promises of justice until peace overrides fear. • Vocalize trust—use Scripture-saturated language that assumes God’s intervention. • Praise in advance: worship gatherings, personal devotions, and spontaneous thanksgiving become faith-filled declarations. |
    |