Psalm 36: High Contrast

By Andy Flood
Psalm 36 (ESV)


Have you ever mucked about with the contrast on your telly? Well if you're like me, then you definitely have, and you'll know that when you turn down the contrast all you're left with is a grey picture, totally unwatchable, not enjoyable, rubbish.


God doesn't suffer with this problem; when you observe the difference between the self-flattering, insensitive hearts of those who hate God and God Himself. There's nothing but contrast. God stands out, in brilliant light, the King of Glory shows human hearts for what they are at the very core. Black and rotten.


God is holy, and only those who are holy and righteous may have relationship with Him. As enemies of God, we had no case to have a relationship with Him, but He reached down, He rescued, He delivered, and only He can make us righteous.


Now we, who believe, are in eternal relationship with Him. "For with you (God) is the fountain of life; in your light do we see light." (Psalm 36:9 ESV)

In this relationship He holds us steady, He is the anchor our sure foundation.

Thank God for His steadfast love that never fails!

So when we see this contrast between a life with God and a life without Him, we can praise Him, but we mustn't stop there. What we have is too special to keep to ourselves. We need to share it, by showing His steadfast love to those who don't yet know Him, and commit to being high contrast to the surrounding world.