1.0 Assurance

Psalm 12:7(KJV) “Thou, shalt keep them O LORD, Thou shalt preserve them from this Generation forever.” – Psalm 12:7 is the Prayer for God’s Protection and Preservation.

• Psalm12:7 is a request to God to keep and preserve His People.
• The phrase “from this Generation” (Psalm 12:7c) a desire for protection from the influence and corruption of the ungodly Society/world.
• The phrase “forever” emphasises the Psalmist’s desire for long-term eternal protection and preservation.
• Psalm 12:7 encourages trust in God’s ability to protect and preserve His People.
• Psalm 12:7 highlights the importance of spiritual preservation and protection from the corrupting influences of the world.
• Upon God’s “Pure and Tested Words” (Psalm12:6),  the Believers can safely rely, and look forward,
• David speaks with Assurance: “Thou shalt keep……Thou shalt preserve.” The LORD is able to keep and to preserve His People, as the word “Keep” (samar) means “Preserve, Protect,” or “Watch over.” 
• Psalm 12:7(KJV) “Thou, shalt keep them O LORD, Thou shalt preserve them from this Generation forever.” is a Prayer for God’s Protection and Preservation.

Lesson: If God’s People would saturate themselves with God’s Word, they would not be seduced by World. When the Church adopts “the spirit and motives” of the World’s System, the Church ceases to Glorify the LORD.

And it is the same “in every Generation of Saints and forever” (Psalm 12:7b), because “God’s Word stands forever” (Isaiah 40:8). Apostle Peter writes: “Kept by the Power of God” (1Peter 1:5, KJV):

• God’s People are “the Generation of the Righteous” (Psalm 14:5).
• God’s People are “the Generation that Seeks God (Psalm 24:6).
• God’s People are “the Generation of His Children (Psalm 73:15).
• God’s People are “the Generation of the Upright” (Psalm 112:2).

Prayer/Intercession for Protection: “Father, I believe the truth that You are with me, and Your Protection is certain (Jude 24; 1Thessalonians 5:24). Be it deep waters, difficulties in life, or the fire of oppression, I will not drown or be consumed by the flame (Isaiah 43:2). My life is in Your strong right hand, and I am secure with You (John 10:28b,29). You, oh Lord, are my refuge (Psalm 91:1-2).”

Post-Note: – Isaiah 43:2, serves as God’s Promise to be with people during their hardships. 

• The “deep waters” symbolize Overwhelming Circumstances.
• The “rivers of difficulty” represent intense trials.
• The “fire of oppression” signifies profound suffering/trials.

Despite these difficult situations, Isaiah 43:2, assures Believers that they will not be consumed or destroyed, but rather guided and protected by God.

1.1 The Wicked (AntiChrist?)

Psalm 12:8(KJV)” The Wicked walks on every side, when the vilest men are exalted.”

• Psalm 12:8 describes a world where evil is rampant, with wicked people Prowling everywhere and worthless or Vile People being honoured and exalted among People.
•  Psalm 12:8 speaks to a time or situation where morality has deteriorated, and wickedness is so widespread that it has become the norm, with evil deeds and people receiving praise rather than condemnation. \Psalm 12:8 (KJV) describes the reality where wickedness and immorality seem to prevail.
• Psalm 12:8 notes that the Wicked/Vilest men are present and active on every side.
• The phrase “when the vilest men are exalted” suggests a society where the most base and depraved Individuals are elevated or celebrated.
• Psalm12:8 encourages awareness of Societal trends and the Potential for moral decay.
• Psalm12:8 reminds Believers to trust in God’s ultimate Justice, even when Wickedness/Vileness seems to prevail in the world.

Psalmist concludes with the observation that “the Wicked” is set loose and surround the Righteous “On every side/when vileness is exalted among the sons of men,” that would result in “Vile-Person” (Antichrist?) being in position of authority (2Thessalonians 2:3b-12).

• Psalm 12:8 is spoken, prophetically, pointing to “the Times of the Antichrist?” (2Thessalonians 2:3b-12; Revelation chapter 13).
• Antichrist? – If so, this is the atmosphere of “the End-of-the-Age (End-Times),” the Wicked (Antichrist?) will “prowl;” he will be on the hunt.
• The Wicked (Antichrist?) strut about an Evil is praised (exalted). Vileness (“cheapness”) is promoted and exalted in the Societies: Immorality, brutality, murder, lies, drunkenness, the love of money, the abuse of authority, etc.
• The things that God condemns are now a means of universal acceptance, in the “Times of the Antichrist?” (1Thessalonians 5:3b-12; Revelation chapter 13).
• The noun “vilest” means “Worthlessness, insignificance.” It is again, the consequence of Vanity and Flattering lips.

However, God Promises Preservation of His People – Psalm 12:7(KJV) “Thou, shalt Keep (Preserve) them O LORD, Thou shalt Preserve (Keep) them from this Generation (of the Antichrist?) forever.”  

• In the godless environment of the Antichrist, where base and vile men are esteemed and exalted (Psalm 12:8); when Wickedness not only prevails but is admired and desired (Psalm 12:8).
• The Saints should cry: “Help, LORD,” (Psalm 12:1a) and wait on Him, trusting His Faithfulness and His Promise of Protection and Deliverance (Psalm 12:7)!! Amen, and Amen!!  
• The Wicked spoke lies and deceptive words, but David reflects upon the Lord’s words as “pure and dependable” (Psalm 12:6).
• Psalmist is confident that the Lord will protect the afflicted (Psalm12:1).

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