October 3, 2018 Psalm 5 New Living Translation (NLT) Until the world is completely redeemed and renewed under Christ’s future rule, Christ’s followers will have to stand against the evil schemes of Satan—the author of temptation, deception, wickedness, and rebellion against the word and will of Almighty God. In our Psalm today, David has tasted all kinds of distressing and evil situations at the unrighteous hand of Satan and his demonic spirits. When he is focused on the Lord, David understands the power of praise and worship to take down the spirit that opposes his God. Do you understand the power of praise? In Psalm 22:3, a song by David, he reveals what he has learned from the Lord, “You are holy, enthroned on the praises of Israel (people chosen by God). When David praised the Most High with words and actions of Truth, he found the power of the Lord with him for every battle against evil. When he allowed himself to be tempted and deceived by Satan, he found himself powerless and lacking heart for the battle. Satan is the great deceiver; Scripture calls him the father of lies who comes as an angel of light. People just don’t always know when Satan is using them. For that reason it is essential for people to know the word of God or Truth. Otherwise, people do not realize they have opened the door through sin and disobedience to God’s Word; thereby, allowing Satan to gain a foothold in their thoughts and actions. The only One who can save people from the power of Satan is Christ the Anointed One. Satan and his demons know the Truth. It’s why one day Satan will commission the Antichrist—a human representative filled with Satan—to deceive people from knowing the Truth that Christ alone can save them. So, when you are in a spiritual battle, praise the One who can save you and ask for HELP!