How should Psalm 90:7 influence our approach to living a godly life? Understanding The Verse “For we are consumed by Your anger and terrified by Your wrath.” (Psalm 90:7) • Moses is describing God’s righteous anger against sin, not a passing mood but a settled, holy response. • The words “consumed” and “terrified” remind us that sin always places us in real danger before a just God. Facing God’s Anger • Scripture never treats divine wrath as symbolic; it is a literal reality (Hebrews 12:29: “Our God is a consuming fire.”). • God’s anger flows from His holiness—because He is perfectly good, He must oppose all evil. • Recognizing this keeps us from casual attitudes toward sin that can creep into daily life. Why Taking God’s Wrath Seriously Shapes Godliness • Generates reverent fear: “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom…” (Proverbs 9:10). • Promotes honesty: we stop excusing or minimizing sins that grieve Him (Ephesians 5:6). • Fuels urgency: life is short (Psalm 90:10–12); we don’t postpone repentance or obedience. Practical Steps For Today Examine—Ask, “Where am I flirting with what God calls wrong?” Confess—Agree with God quickly when conviction comes (1 John 1:9). Turn—Replace the sin with a specific act of obedience (Romans 6:12-13). Seek accountability—Invite a trusted believer to check in and pray for you. Stay alert—Keep short accounts; daily review prevents hardening (Hebrews 3:13). Holding Fear And Grace Together • God’s wrath is real, yet “The LORD is…gracious, slow to anger…” (Psalm 103:8). • His love moved Him to send Christ: “God’s love was revealed among us in this: He sent His one and only Son…” (1 John 4:9). • At the cross, wrath and mercy met; trusting Jesus shields us from judgment and empowers holy living. Living It Out Remember—Divine anger shows what sin deserves; Christ shows what love provides. Respond—Reverent fear keeps us humble; grateful assurance keeps us joyful. Resolve—Walk each day mindful that choices matter eternally, determined to honor the God who both judges and saves. |
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