Julie
David is trying to bring the Ark back to the people. However, one of the people he sends for it and is killed by God. I didn't really understand the significance of that or what he did that angered God.
There is a strong need for God in this psalm as this appears to be a time where those around David were wondering why God was letting him suffer. Asking him, "Where is your God?", which is usually the question that is asked because people don't realize that just because we follow God doesn't mean that there are not struggles in our lives. We need to show, as David did, that we have faith and trust in God regardless of our circumstances, and use those moments to try and show the greatness of God.
Michelle
I was taken aback by that also. It says that Uzzah reached out his hand to steady the ark as the oxen stumbled, meaning I assume that he touched it. But the reasoning seems sound so why would God be mad about that? Maybe I am not remembering that it cannot be touched by anyone? I am not sure, but it seemed a harsh punishment for what was being done. Although I think I have said that often about how harsh the punishments are for things at times.
The devotional with this chapter talks about thinking about God and giving yourself reminders to do it daily.
In the psalm he seems to be reminding himself that God is with him as he starts asking why his soul is downcast.
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