Psalm 73

Reading the one hundred and fifty Psalms, we find some that are best understood by reading the last verse first (typically the first verse sets the tone). But with Psalm 73 let’s flip the script in this Interruption beginning with the last verse and then ending this blog with the first verse. The Psalm makes […]

For I envied the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked (Psalm 73:3, NIV). Have you ever wondered, “Why do the wicked prosper?” Psalm 73 asks this question, too. Even the prophet Jeremiah challenges God in one of his prayers… Why are the wicked so prosperous? Why are evil people so happy? (Jeremiah 12:1,