PSALMS
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Psalms 72 and 73

Psalms 72: 2 – 17
This is a prophecy of the kingdom of CHRIST; many passages in it cannot be applied to the reign of Solomon. There were righteousness and peace at first in the administration of his government; but, before the end of his reign, there were troubles and unrighteousness. The kingdom here spoken of is to last as long as the sun, but Solomon’s soon to be at an end. Even the Jewish expositors understood it of the kingdom of the MESSIAH.
Observe many great and precious promises were made, which were to have full accomplishment only in the kingdom of CHRIST. As far as HIS kingdom is set up, discord and contentions cease, in families, churches, and nations. The law of CHRIST, written in the heart, disposes men to be honest and just, and to render to all their due; it likewise disposes men to live in love, and so produces abundance of peace. Holiness and love shall be lasting in CHRIST’s kingdom. Through all the changes of the world, and all the changes of life, CHRIST’s kingdom will support itself. And HE shall, by the graces and comforts of HIS SPIRIT, come down like rain upon the mown grass; not on that cut down, but that which is left growing, that it may spring again. HIS gospel has been, or shall be, preached to all nations. Though HE needs not the services of any, yet HE must be served with the best. Those that have the wealth of this world, must serve CHRIST with it, do good with it. Prayer shall be made through HIM, or for HIS sake; whatever we ask of the FATHER, should be in HIS name. Praises shall be offered to HIM: we are under the highest obligations to HIM.
Only CHRIST shall be feared throughout all generations. To the end of time, and to eternity, HIS name shall be praised. All nations shall call HIM blessed.

OLD TESTAMENT
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Lamentations 3: 25 – 51

Lamentations 3: 27 – 33
Bear the yoke.
GOD sometimes sends afflictions to those who have rebelled against HIM in order to accomplish a beneficial and purifying work in their lives. Those undergoing such trials should confess their sin, plead for pardon, and trust the LORD for forgiveness and restoration.

NEW TESTAMENT
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2 Corinthians 4: 1 – 12

2 Corinthians 4: 8
Troubled…yet not distressed.
If you experience CHRIST’s power in your life, absolutely no trouble, sickness or tragedy will cause your spiritual defeat. When outward circumstances become unbearable and your human resources are exhausted, GOD’s resources are given to expand your faith, hope and strength. Under no circumstances will GOD forsake His faithful children.