v. 1-2 Asaph had doubts◦He almost forsook God
v. 3-9 Observed that the wicked prospered◦ Life of ease, lack of disasters, peaceful death
v. 10-14 Righteous suffered◦Doubted that God knew of their suffering◦ Began to think that they cleansed their hearts in vain
We observe the same today
v. 15-17 Did not speak of doubts◦Decides to go to house of God to meditate
v. 18-20 Wicked are not safe◦ They will one day be punished for their sins
v. 21-26 Great fear◦ Realizes foolishness of doubting
v. 27-28 Final conclusion◦Draw near to God, spread His Word
Prosperity is NOT an indication of God’s approval◦Matthew 5:45; Luke 13:1-5
God will act in His own time◦ Isaiah 55:6-13; Luke 5:32; Acts 3:19
Our thoughts can have destructive power◦ Philippians 4:8; Psalm 14:1