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Psalms 62 · Grade 5

Power and Loving Kindness

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The title of Psalm 62 says, To Jeduthun. A Psalm by David. The psalm repeats one small word: alone. My soul rests in God alone. He alone is my rock, my salvation, and my fortress. David is under pressure from people who want to topple him like a leaning wall or a tottering fence, and who bless with their mouth but curse inwardly.

Twice David uses nearly the same words, first as a statement and then as a command to himself: My soul, wait in silence for God alone. Resting in God is not passive; it is a choice repeated in the face of danger. Then he invites the whole community: Trust in him at all times, you people. Pour out your heart before him. God is a refuge for us.

David weighs the alternatives. On the scales, both humble and powerful people are lighter than a breath. Oppression, robbery and growing riches are all poor places to rest a heart. The psalm ends with two truths God has spoken: power belongs to God, and to the Lord belongs loving kindness. Because God is both strong and loving, he can be trusted completely.

Show What You Know

  1. How does David describe his attackers?

  2. Why does David repeat his words about resting in God?

  3. What does the picture of the scales show?

  4. Why do the two final truths matter together?

Crossword

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Across

  1. ____ in him at all times.
  2. My ____ rests in God alone.
  3. Pour out your ____ before him.
  4. He alone is my ____ and my salvation.

Down

  1. He alone is my rock and my ____.

Think About It

  1. What are some things people rest their hearts on instead of God?

  2. Why is it important that God is both powerful and loving?

Memory Verse

“God has spoken once; twice I have heard this, that power belongs to God.”

Psalms 62:11 (WEB)

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Prayer

Dear God, thank You for being my rest. Help me . Amen.

Take It Home

For families: talk about these together.

  • What do the scales in verse 9 teach?
  • How do God's might and kindness together help you through a tough week?
  • What is one way you could live out this chapter this week?

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