SNS 081: Who Is the One Who Says, "There Is No God?" Psalm 53

Can I just say, that this psalm seems to have many layers to it? Specifically speaking, the phrase, “Those who say, there is no God,” can apply to 2 different sets of folks.

The first is a straightforward application. Those who say there is no God are the people who simply want nothing to do with God. The second one is found just under the surface and it is, if possible, an even more tragic one. What if the irreligious unbeliever spoken of, is one we consider to be very religious? One who goes to church and says that they are a Christian. How can this be? Before going there, let’s first hear the psalm then we will chat. 

Also, before beginning, I am proud to say that this podcast is now sponsored by our book, Psalms 1-72, A Simple Not Shallow Presentation. A collection of the Psalms, as heard here on the Psalm Tuesday episodes. I will share 2 links for you in the description of this episode. But we’ll chat more about that later as well. So, stick around. 

But, for now, my name is Charles, Charles Yerkes and this is Psalm Tuesday here on the Simple Not Shallow Podcast. This is a podcast for those who want a deeper faith and not an aggressively mediocre one. Psalm Tuesday is a series in which, each Tuesday, we will listen to a Psalm being read in a manner that honors their original use as part of a worship service. This episode is: #81 The Psalm for this episode is Psalm 53. 

So, grab yourself some coffee, and let’s get started. 

Scripture Passages referenced:

Psalm 53
Matthew 23:13-33 ~ Jesus calling out the very religious who were not being loyal to God. Verse 14 is the one where he uses the term devour in describing what they were doing.
John 5:39-47 ~ Even intently studying the Bible, by its lonesome, is not proof against getting it wrong.

1Corinthians 13: 1-3 ~ Paul states that things done without God’s love are worse than obnoxious.

Matthew 7:15-23; 25:31-46 ~ speak of those who think their religion has made them good, have actually missed out, and are now rejected by God. 

John 17:20-23 ~ Jesus asking that we may be one as he and the Father are.

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