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The All-Knowing, Ever-Present God

An exploration of Psalm 139, focusing on God's omniscience, omnipresence, and omnipotence, and how these attributes relate to our lives.

1. The Omniscience of God

1.1 God's Complete Knowledge of Us

Verses: Psalm 139:1-4
  • God knows our thoughts before we speak them.
  • He understands our actions and motivations.
  • Nothing is hidden from His sight.

1.2 The Intimacy of Divine Understanding

Verses: Psalm 139:13-16
  • God intimately knows our physical being, having formed us in the womb.
  • This knowledge extends to every aspect of our lives, past, present, and future.
  • This intimate knowledge should inspire awe and reverence.

2. The Omnipresence of God

2.1 God's Unending Presence

Verses: Psalm 139:7-10
  • There is no place we can go to escape God's presence.
  • Whether in the heights of heaven or the depths of the sea, He is there.
  • His presence is both comforting and convicting.

2.2 The Darkness and the Light Are Alike to God

Verses: Psalm 139:11-12
  • God sees in the darkness as clearly as in the light.
  • There is no hiding from His all-seeing eyes.
  • This truth should lead us to live lives of integrity.

3. The Power of God

3.1 God's Wonderful Works

Verses: Psalm 139:14
  • We are fearfully and wonderfully made.
  • God's works are marvelous and worthy of praise.
  • Our bodies are a testament to His creative power.

3.2 The Uniqueness of God's Creation

Verses: Psalm 139:15-16
  • God intricately designed every part of our being.
  • He knew us before we were born.
  • Each person is a unique and valuable creation of God.

4. Seeking God's Guidance

4.1 The Psalmist's Response to God's Attributes

Verses: Psalm 139:19-24
  • The psalmist expresses a desire to be separated from wickedness.
  • He acknowledges God's perfect knowledge and hatred of evil.
  • He invites God to search his heart and lead him in the right way.

4.2 A Plea for Guidance

Verses: Psalm 139:23-24
  • The psalmist asks God to search his heart and know his thoughts.
  • He desires to be led in the way everlasting.
  • This is a model prayer for all believers.