Psalm 35:8 Β· KJV
"Let destruction come upon him at unawares; and let his net that he hath hid catch himself: into that very destruction let him fall."
King James Version
What does Psalm 35:8 mean? βPassage Context
6Let their way be dark and slippery: and let the angel of the LORD persecute them.
7For without cause have they hid for me their net in a pit, which without cause they have digged for my soul.
8Let destruction come upon him at unawares; and let his net that he hath hid catch himself: into that very destruction let him fall.
9And my soul shall be joyful in the LORD: it shall rejoice in his salvation.
10All my bones shall say, LORD, who is like unto thee, which deliverest the poor from him that is too strong for him, yea, the poor and the needy from him that spoileth him?
Reflection Questions
1
How do you process feelings of betrayal?
2
What does it mean to you to see justice served?
3
When have you witnessed someone facing unexpected consequences?
Life Application
justice
Trust that God will bring justice in His timing, even when it seems delayed.
forgiveness
Consider how you might forgive those who wrong you, rather than wishing harm upon them.
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