1 I will sing of faithful love and justice; I will sing praise to You, Lord. 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002 Eugene H. Peterson by NavPress Publishing. Read Psalm 101:1-8. MSG 1 My theme song is God's love and justice, and I'm singing it right to you, God. Verse 1. 101 1-8 My theme song is God’s love and justice,    and I’m singing it right to you, God.I’m finding my way down the road of right living,    but how long before you show up?I’m doing the very best I can,    and I’m doing it at home, where it counts.I refuse to take a second look    at corrupting people and degrading things.I reject made-in-Canaan gods,    stay clear of contamination.The crooked in heart keep their distance;    I refuse to shake hands with those who plan evil.I put a gag on the gossip    who bad-mouths his neighbor;I can’t stand    arrogance.But I have my eye on salt-of-the-earth people—    they’re the ones I want working with me;Men and women on the straight and narrow—    these are the ones I want at my side.But no one who traffics in lies    gets a job with me; I have no patience with liars.I’ve rounded up all the wicked like cattle    and herded them right out of the country.I purged God’s city    of all who make a business of evil. 1 I will sing of mercy and justice; To You, O Lord, I will sing praises. 2 I'm finding my way down the road of right living, but how long before you show up? A Davidic psalm. 2 I will behave myself a wisely in a perfect way. Honor his holy name with Hallelujahs, you who seek God. Promised Faithfulness to the Lord. 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002 Eugene H. Peterson by NavPress Publishing. But no one who traffics in lies. But I have my eye on salt-of-the-earth people—, Men and women on the straight and narrow—. Only this and Psalms 103 are by David in all of Book IV. Listen to my prayer, listen to the pain in my cries. I will not look with approval on anything that is vile. at corrupting people and degrading things. Psalms 101. and I’m doing it at home, where it counts. The Message Psalms 101:7. 2 I will be careful to lead a blameless life- when will you come to me? Psalm 101 • Dwelling with the Faithful Psalm 102 • Being Established by God Psalm 103 • The Complete Work of Grace. I will early destroy all the wicked — That is, all that are discovered and convicted; the law shall have its course against them; and incorrigible offenders shall suffer as it directs. Psalm 101:2 David's subject in this Psalm is the ordering and hallowing of family life by bringing it under the influences and sanctions of religion. a. I will sing of mercy and justice: David sang this song exalting the mercy and justice of God. But no one who traffics in lies. Live a happy life! I'm doing the very best I … and herded them right out of the country. Psalm 101 The Message Bible << Psalm 100 | Psalm 101 | Psalm 102 >> A Pledge to Live Righteously. and I’m doing it at home, where it counts. Psalms 101. I will sing of God’s unsparing love and justice; to You, O Eternal One, I will sing praises. Oh, when will You come to me? these are the ones I want at my side. I will seek to live a life of integrity; when will You come to me? Love thy neighbor seems to be the message of your psalm here. The last Psalm was a Hymn of Thanksgiving, this one is a Psalm of Thanksgiving. I've rounded up all the wicked like cattle and herded them right out of the country. 1 I will sing of mercy and judgment: unto thee, O Lord, will I sing. It is shocking as the kind of hearts people have. I will lead a life of integrity in my own home. I will praise you with songs. A Psalm of David. THE RESOLUTIONS OF DAVID ASCENDING THE THRONE "The Hebrew and all the versions attribute this psalm to David"; [1] and there being nothing in the psalm which is in any manner inconsistent with Davidic authorship, we shall accept this as authentic. these are the ones I want at my side. and herded them right out of the country. It stuns a number of people. of all who make a business of evil. I will conduct the affairs of … I will # 1 Kin. I purged God’s city. The Scribe Bible: Featuring The Message by Eugene H. Peterson, Dark Walnut, The Message Deluxe Gift Bible--soft leather-look, crosshatch denim, The Message Personal-Size Bible--soft leather-look, black wave, The Message Large-Print Devotional Bible, softcover. 2 I will behave wisely in a perfect way. gets a job with me; I have no patience with liars. O when wilt thou come unto me? If you're the father, building a godly home will obviously require a personal commitment. But that may not always be easy; after all, we are human. But if the mother doesn't make it a priority, he'll have a tough time getting the job done, just as she would have a … But I have my eye on salt-of-the-earth people—, Men and women on the straight and narrow—. I'm doing the very best I can, and I'm doing it at home, where it counts. This is the foundation. I’ve rounded up all the wicked like cattle. I refuse to take a second look … Listen to Psalm 101. I will carefully attend to the blameless way. - A Psalm of David. Oh when will you come to me? Before he could exercise mercy and justice in His kingdom, he had to understand and e… I’m finding my way down the road of right living, but how long before you show up? 101 I will sing of steadfast love and justice; to you, O … Learn More About The Message. 101 1-8 My theme song is God’s love and justice, and I’m singing it right to you, God. Psalm 101:5-6. and herded them right out of the country. I will be careful to live a blameless life— when will you come to help me? I’m finding my way down the road of right living, but how long before you show up? I’ve rounded up all the wicked like cattle. A Prayer of One Whose Life Is Falling to Pieces, and Who Lets God Know Just How Bad It Is 1-2 God, listen! I will sing of mercy and justice; To You, O LORD, I will sing praises. David sings of mercy and justice—He will forsake the company of evildoers. 11:4 walk within my house with a perfect heart. The Study Bookmark for Psalms 90-106 (Book IV): [ view sample ] 1 per page [ pdf ] 4 per page [ pdf ] Introduction . Psalm 101:5. As king, David was concerned with mercy and justice. at corrupting people and degrading things. 101. Oh, when will You come to me? I will behave wisely in a perfect way. I will sing of mercy and justice; To You, O Lord, I will sing praises. Whatever your role in the family, this is your responsibility. PSALM 101. I'm finding my way down the road of right living, but how long before you show up? 101 I will sing of steadfast love and justice; to you, O Lord, I will make music. Remember the world of wonders he has made, … The crooked in heart keep their distance; I refuse to shake hands with those who plan evil. I will walk within my house with a perfect heart. Promised Faithfulness to the Lord - A Psalm of David. Keep your eyes open for God, watch for his works; be alert for signs of his presence. 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