Time in the Presence of God
Psalm 16:5-9
1. The Choice of Spending Time in God’s Presence
Psalm 16:5-6 (ESV)
The Lord is my chosen portion and my cup; you hold my lot. The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; indeed, I have a beautiful inheritance.
2. The Benefits of Time in God’s Presence
1st Supernatural Direction
Psalm 16:7 (ESV)
I bless the Lord who gives me counsel; in the night also my heart instructs me.
2nd Supernatural Confidence
Psalm 16:8 (ESV)
I have set the Lord always before me; because he is at my right hand, I shall not be shaken.
Psalm 16:5b (ESV)
You hold my lot.
Psalm 16:5b (HCSB)
You hold my future.
Psalm 16:8a (ESV)
I have set the Lord always before me
3rd Supernatural Joy and Security
Psalm 16:9 (ESV)
Therefore my heart is glad, and my whole being rejoices; my flesh also dwells secure.
Psalm 16:9 (ESV)
Therefore my heart is glad, and my whole being rejoices; my flesh also dwells secure.
