Buried deep in this psalm is a promise born not of human will or effort, but an abiding and amazing divine love – God will not forsake God’s people. The psalmist seeks to invoke the vengeance of God in order that those who oppress the people of God will be vanquished. This seems an all-too human desire does it not? We want revenge rather than justice or mercy. Thanks be to God, that we learn that what God gives is a justice defined by mercy. On this day, this day of holy celebration and joyous remembrance, we remember that God has not forsaken us, but has instead come to us – not as a warring King, but as a babe, born in a manger, who is, despite all appearances, King of Kings and Lord of Lords!
Gracious God, we give you thanks for the simple gift of your presence – in Bethlehem – and with us. Amen.
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