God's Glory Church

“The Lord gives the word; there are many prophetesses.” — Psalm 67:12

In 2020, the United States celebrated the centenary of the Nineteenth Amendment to the Constitution, which granted women the right to vote. Old photos show the participants of the march with placards on which were written the words from the Psalm: “The Lord gives the word; the prophets are many” (Ps. 67:12).

In this Psalm, David speaks of God as the One who sets prisoners free (v. 7) and renews His powerless people by pouring out blessings on them (v. 10-11). In thirty-six verses, David mentions God forty-two times, telling how He was constantly with Israel and saved His chosen ones from injustice and suffering. This truth is proclaimed by a great number of soothsayers (v. 12).

It is debatable to what extent the women who defended their rights understood the meaning of the words from the Bible written on the posters. However, there is no doubt that these words themselves have an inescapable value. God, “a father to the fatherless and a judge to widows” (v. 6), goes before His people, directing them to blessings, renewal and joy.

Let us be comforted and encouraged, remembering that the Lord is always close to His children, and especially to the defenseless and suffering. As in the distant past, so in our days, He works powerfully for our benefit with His Spirit.

How did God take care of you during difficult times? What comfort do you find in this?

Heavenly Father, thank you for your constant presence in my life, for guiding and protecting me in times of injustice and suffering.

Author: Lisa Samra