Psalm 79: Repent, Ask for Mercy, and Demand Vengeance

Psalm 79 is another imprecatory psalm. An imprecation is a curse that invokes misfortune upon someone. Imprecatory psalms are those in which the author imprecates; that is, he calls down calamity, destruction, and God’s anger and judgment on his enemies — aka vengeance. (Source) Here, Asaph calls for vengeance against the pagan nations who have destroyed Jerusalem and the temple. Along with Psalm 74, this is a psalm of desolation and lament written in 586 BC, probably by someone who witnessed it all. Nevertheless, it’s a prayer that we can cry right now for Israel as they battle the pagan nations. Let’s dig in… Follow along in my blog and check out the other videos, in-depth articles, and Bible studies… https://seekthegospeltruth.com/2024/01/07/psalm-79-repent-ask-for-mercy-and-demand-vengeance/ Do YOU know Jesus? If you want a true relationship with Jesus, pray this prayer humbly and wholeheartedly… “Dear Lord Jesus, I know I am a sinner. I believe You died for my sins and rose from the dead. Please forgive me. Right now, I turn from my sins and open the door of my heart and my life to you. I confess You as my personal Lord and Savior. I surrender my whole life to you and I will follow you for the rest of my life. Thank You, Jesus, for saving me. In Jesus' name, Amen.” Or visit: https://seekthegospeltruth.com/how-to-invite-jesus-into-your-heart/ Great Christian Book Picks that Make Great Gifts! Check out the Bookstore: https://seekthegospeltruth.com/recommended-christian-books/  Check out the Christian Book Pick of the Month!  Best Study Bibles — another Great Gift Idea! https://seekthegospeltruth.com/best-study-bibles-for-beginners/ (A Christianbook Affiliate) Free ebook to help reach your Catholic friends and relatives: https://seekthegospeltruth.com/catholic-mission-field-in-our-backyards/ Follow me… Telegram: https://t.me/seekingthegospeltruth - where I share news, videos & posts that would be banned elsewhere.  X: https://twitter.com/giselleaguiar Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/truthofthegoodnews/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/icreatephx/ Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/giselleaguiar/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/giselleaguiar.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@seekthegospeltruth/ Soli Deo Gloria — To God Alone Be the Glory!