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Psalm 110: Jesus, Our Advocate

 Welcome to Day #14 of the Psalms Series!
Julie is an encourager! I’ve been blessed as she links-up with #inspireandgrow on Mondays, and am so glad that she readily agreed to dig into Psalm 110 and share her insights with us.

Julie
is wife to Bill of almost 22 years, and mom to Alissa, 20, and Zach,17.
She most values her relationship with God, through Jesus Christ, and
her wonderful family. She attempts to live her daily life in a real and
transparent way, as she seeks to live out God’s calling. Julie has worked in a variety of capacities, both in and out of ministry, and is now pursuing her love and dream of writing. Her Loving God Loving Others blog is featured at www.julielefebure.com.

Ask God to guide you as you read through Psalm 110:

The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit in the place of honor at my right hand until I humble your enemies, making them a footstool under your feet.”

The Lord will extend your powerful kingdom from Jerusalem; you will rule over your enemies.


When you go to war, your people will serve you willingly. You are arrayed in holy garments, and your strength will be renewed each day like the morning dew.


The Lord has taken an oath and will not break his vow: “You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek.”


The Lord stands at your right hand to protect you. He will strike down many kings when his anger erupts.


He will punish the nations and fill their lands with corpses; he will shatter heads over the whole earth.


But he himself will be refreshed from brooks along the way. He will be victorious.

A beautiful song, that points forward to Jesus Christ… 
Our risen Savior,
Both Priest and King,
Seated at the right hand of God.
And to His Father, He’s interceding for you and for me as our Advocate.

This warms my heart as if it’s soaking up the warm rays of the summer sun.
 
Ponder all of this for a moment with me.

Jesus, who sacrificed His life for you and for me as our Priest, poured out His blood as the ultimate sin offering on our behalf. Yet, as King, He’s in the place of authority and power, at God’s right hand, and will one day rule in judgment over the nations and over His enemies.
 
There is no other Psalm more referenced by New Testament writers in considering the risen Jesus occupying this special seat of position next to God. This should give us great comfort and hope. Today Jesus is our Advocate, talking to God about us. He’s, in a way, “putting in a good word” for us to His Father, our Father. 

What do you suppose Jesus is saying about you? About me?

“She is mine. I love her.”

“This one just turned away from his addiction, and now believes in me. I love him.”
 

“She just shared what I’ve done in her life with her sister. They’re now both a part of Your Kingdom.”

Of course we don’t know, but I enjoy thinking about such things.

Psalm 110 is the only Psalm that references this mysterious priest-king, Melchizedek. Melchizedek just seems to appear on the pages of Genesis (14:17-20). He points forward to Jesus, as both priest and king:

–There is no record of Melchizedek’s birth, death, or genealogy. He is, then, considered a priest forever. Jesus’ priesthood also has no beginning or end. 

–Melchizedek means “king of righteousness and peace.” Jesus is the Prince of Peace, and through Him, all believers are clothed in righteousness.

But in contrast to Melchizedek, Jesus’ sacrifice is complete. It doesn’t have to be offered again and again. Also, priests stood while performing their duties. When their job was finished, then and only then, were they able to sit. Jesus, our Priest, finished His work completely- to the uttermost. He proclaimed it on the cross before he took his last breath. And now He’s sitting. At God’s right hand.

Jesus Christ, the perfect High Priest, compassionate toward but separate from sinners, exalted to the highest position, is our Advocate, our Savior, our Redeemer, our King. He’s ALL we need. And one of these days, we’ll see Him face to face.

I pray this Psalm gives you hope. I pray these seven verses of God’s Word encourage your heart and lift your spirit. Go about your day remembering what Jesus has done for you, where He is now, and how He’s interceding for you this very moment. 

Blessings!
Julie

Deep Breaths:

1. Reread Psalm 110. Slow down and let these words sink in.

2. In your journal, draw a picture to represent what you learned from these verses.

3. Click on the video below and worship along with this song Somebody’s Praying Me Through. Who is praying us through? As we learned in Psalm 110, it’s Jesus!

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  1. AGirlOntheDoorstep says

    June 10, 2014 at 3:33 pm

    This is extremely beautiful and encouraging. Thank you for sharing your heart with us, Julie!

    • Julie says

      June 10, 2014 at 5:23 pm

      Thank you so much. Sometimes we just need that reminder who Jesus says we are!

  2. Karrilee Aggett says

    June 10, 2014 at 3:57 pm

    This is beautiful… and yes – so full of Hope!

    • Julie says

      June 10, 2014 at 5:24 pm

      Thank you, Karrilee! It's good to meet you through this series! Thankful we have hope!

  3. Meredith Bernard says

    June 10, 2014 at 7:53 pm

    Julie,
    I always love the reminder Jesus is my Advocate and interceding on my behalf. I would want no other doing that! Thank you for your beautiful words today. I always appreciate your insights of scripture. 🙂

    • Julie says

      June 10, 2014 at 9:26 pm

      Meredith, you got that right… I would want no other doing that as well! You are such an encourager to me, in ways you don't even realize. Thank you for how you continue to bless those in your life, including me!

  4. Alecia Simersky says

    June 10, 2014 at 10:26 pm

    Oh, wow, I love that image of Jesus being our advocate and talking straight to God about us. There's a Karen Kingsbury book that I read and in it one of the characters is going through something very traumatic and she sees Jesus stand up on his throne on her behalf to fight for her. I've not been able to get that image out of my head…love it!

    • Julie says

      June 11, 2014 at 3:35 am

      Alecia, what a powerful image from that book! I wonder if she was inspired from Psalm 110?? I wonder of all the things Jesus has fought for us on that we didn't even know?! Precious thoughts! Thank you for sharing yours!

  5. Abigail McDonald says

    June 10, 2014 at 11:45 pm

    Thank you for sharing your insights here, Julie. You are such an encouragement to me and this is a beautiful reminder that Jesus is my Advocate, my Priest, and everything that makes me complete.

    • Julie says

      June 11, 2014 at 4:07 am

      He's really all we need, isn't He? (Why don't rest in that truth more than I do?) Thank you for sharing here, Abby. You are an encouragement to me as well!

  6. Kelley says

    June 11, 2014 at 2:18 am

    I loved your question wondering what Jesus may be saying about us! My growth as a Christian is revealed to me as I realize I no longer imagine condemning words. In verse 4, David says the Lord will not change His mind. What a comfort that Jesus is NOT sitting at God's hand saying "are you sure you meant to save her?".

    • Katie says

      June 11, 2014 at 3:14 am

      I love that Kelley. How many times to I hear those (imagined) condemning words- got some growing to do indeed.:)

    • Julie says

      June 11, 2014 at 4:11 am

      Kelley, that is most comforting! Thank you for pointing that truth out. I'm thankful He doesn't change His mind like I do! We have much to rejoice in! Blessings!

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