The Lord Judges the Nations in Righteousness (Psalm 9) | Charles Simeon

Deep Dive into Horae Homileticae Vol. 5: Psalms, I–LXXII by Charles Simeon - Psalm 9Charles Simeon's exposition on Psalm 9 explores the profound contrast between the blessings of knowing God and the severe consequences of forgetting Him. Knowing God's name transcends merely understanding the titles by which He is called; it requires grasping His essential perfections, such as His mercy, grace, and justice, which perfectly unite and harmonize in Jesus Christ. Furthermore, this knowledge is informed by observing His diversified dispensations, recognizing through history that God has never abandoned a mourning penitent who steadfastly seeks Him. When a person genuinely understands God's character, they will actively renounce all false confidences, such as relying on human wisdom, personal righteousness, or earthly powers, and will instead place their total trust in Him alone. To cultivate this trust, believers are explicitly advised to study the Holy Scriptures to witness God's glory and to emulate the dedicated habits of biblical saints rather than those of nominal Christians.Conversely, Simeon solemnly addresses the doom awaiting those who forget God. He emphasizes that divine standards differ significantly from human opinions, classifying anyone who forgets God as inherently wicked. This dangerous forgetfulness manifests as a total disregard for His laws, a profound ungratefulness for His daily benefits—most notably the sacrifice of His Son—and a willful ignorance of His omnipresence. The ultimate destiny for such unrepentant individuals is hell, described as a state of eternal, inconceivable misery and divine wrath. While this judgment is absolute, Simeon points out that it is entirely just, given that forgetting God constitutes an act of base ingratitude and daring rebellion. Ultimately, the text marvels at God's boundless patience and mercy, as He continually offers humanity a ransom and an ongoing opportunity for salvation rather than dispensing immediate destruction upon the earth.Reformed Theologian GPT: https://chat.openai.com/g/g-XXwzX1gnv-reformed-theologianYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReformedExplainerSpotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1t5dz4vEgvHqUknYQfwpRI?si=e-tDRFR2Qf6By1sAcMdkdwhttps://buymeacoffee.com/edi2730