Psalm 91:1 - Promises with a Prerequisite.
Psalm 91:1 (NLT) Those who live in the
shelter of the Most High will find rest in the
shadow of the Almighty.
COMMENTARY PEARL
Without question, Psalm 91 is a real gem
among the psalms. Next to Psalm 23, it probably
has brought more encouragement and comfort
throughout the centuries than any other psalm.
But it's worth noting that the blessings
promised in Psalm 91 aren't for just anyone. They are
specifically given to believers - and not just to
believers in general. These benefits are targeted
toward believers who specifically meet the
requirements found within the psalm. Psalm 91 is full of
what we call conditional promises. In other
words, God promises to do certain things for us,
hinging on our doing certain things that are
required.
Verse 1 begins, "He who dwells in the
secret place of the Most High ..." The word dwells
could be translated as "quiet and resting,
enduring and remaining with consistency." It is very
similar to the word abide, which we see often in the
New Testament. Jesus said, "He who abides in Me,
and I in him, bears much fruit" (John 15:5).
That word abide means "to stay in a given place,
to maintain unbroken fellowship and communion
with another."
Here's what God is saying: If you want to
experience the promises of Psalm 91 - My protection, My
provision, and My blessing - you must dwell in the
secret place of the Most High. You must remain in
constant fellowship with Me."
We have relationship with God because we
have put our faith in Jesus Christ and have
turned from our sin. But are we living in constant
fellowship with God? Many believers aren't. God is
interested in a relationship with you - not just on
Sundays, but throughout the week. He wants you to
dwell in the secret place of the Most High. [Every
Day with Jesus by Greg Laurie]
LINK FOR FURTHER STUDY ON THIS PASSAGE
Psalm 91:1 - Living in Gods Presence.
http://www.abible.com/devotions/2019/20190724-1058.html
YOUR COMMENTS
If anyone has a paraphrase, commentary or
testimony on this passage of Scripture, either
personal or otherwise, I would be interested in
hearing from you. Thanks in advance and let's keep
uplifting Jesus that all might be drawn to Him. Fred
Gibbs
LINKS WORTH CHECKING OUT
Most Important Decision in Life:
http://www.youtube.com/embed/WGnEuGwvXqU?rel=0
Steps to Peace by Billy Graham:
https://stepstopeace.org/
A Man without Equal by Bill Bright:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiVa7UoruIo
Seeking God Made Real:
http://vimeo.com/31489782
Prayer Made Real:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc8VdMV26VE
Importance of Choice:
http://creationhealth.com/CREATION-Health/Choice [click on video]
Medical Seminar on Healthful Living by David
DeRose, MD, MPH:
https://www.smartlifestyletv.com/lifestart
LINKS FOR BIBLE STUDIES
Lifting Up Jesus Bible Studies:
http://www.liftingupjesus.net/
Amazing Facts Bible Studies:
http://www.amazingfacts.org/bible-study/bible-study-guides.aspx
Hope Awakens Bible Study Guides:
https://www.hopeawakens.study/lesson-header;id=2
Glow Tract Video Bible Studies:
http://www.bibleresearch.info/
LINKS FOR BIBLE PROPHECY SEMINARS
Islam and Christianity in Prophecy, The
Third and Final Conflict by Tim Roosenberg:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHSJB-fuHLU&list=PLWhQIHGTHlkaGg5Cwe3NDzWtFX8vNSpsE
Unlocking Bible Prophecies by Cami Oetman of
Adventist World Radio: https://www.awr.org/bible
Revelation Now by Pastor Doug Batchelor:
https://www.revelationnow.com/
Hope Awakens by John Bradshaw of IIW:
https://itiswritten.tv/programs/hope-awakens
Prophecies Decoded by Pastor Ron Clouzet:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1A435C5373550657