This morning I was brought to Psalm 50, to a verse I studied back in November 2017. In fact, I have simply copied my study here and added the thought questions at the bottom.
Thanksgiving sacrifices were certainly part of the Old Covenant, and were “right” under the law.
“14Offer to God a sacrifice of thanksgiving and perform your vows to the Most High, 15and call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify me.” – Psalm 50:14-15
God wants our sacrifices, however he wants them with the right heart. God did not need the sacrifices, only wanted them as a show of devotion to Him. Thanksgiving sacrifices provided an opportunity for us to fellowship with God. In verses 7-13 you see that God already has everything he could want.
Isn’t it our duty to offer to God?
“23The one who offers thanksgiving as his sacrifice glorifies me; to one who orders his way rightly I will show the salvation of God!” – Psalm 50:23
And look what that duty provides for us.
Thank you God for all of the wonderful things you provide and we ask that you enter our lives and fellowship with us.
When you give glory to God, what is your state? Are you looking to show your devotion to Him? Are you looking to create a reason to fellowship with God through your thanksgiving?
Trevor's Thoughts 