All this has happened though we have not forgotten you. We have not violated your covenant. Our hearts have not deserted you. We have not strayed from your path. [Psalm 44.17-18]
"All this..." was some pretty bad stuff. Specifically:
But now you have tossed us aside in dishonor. You no longer lead our armies to battle. You make us retreat from our enemies and allow those who hate us to plunder our land. You have butchered us like sheep and scattered us among the nations. You sold your precious people for a pittance, making nothing on the sale. You let our neighbors mock us. We are an object of scorn and derision to those around us. You have made us the butt of their jokes; they shake their heads at us in scorn. We can’t escape the constant humiliation; shame is written across our faces. All we hear are the taunts of our mockers. All we see are our vengeful enemies. [Psalm 44.9-16]
But I must disagree. Why? Because God does NOT curse anyone unjustly. Just because someone thinks they are righteous does make mean they are righteous! Just remember Job - he thought he was 'all that' but God set him straight.
It sounds to me like this Psalmist needs to be set straight too.
Father, help me to know and defend Your character!
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