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Psalms 50:1 – 50:6
This is the first of twelve Psalms (50 and 73-83) thought to have been written by Asaph. Asaph was one of David’s three chief musicians appointed to be the choir director over the sacred choral services of Israel (I Chronicles 16:15). He was selected by the Levites to lead the mu …

Psalms 50:7 – 50:15
This portion of Scripture deals with dead works. God makes it plain that He doesn’t need or really want sacrifice. His first requirement is integrity. Sacrifices only show a worshiper’s outward obedience. Even for Christians it is often easier to do the outward thing rather …

Psalms 50:16 – 50:23
In the previous verses we were told how dead works is judged. Now we are told how wickedness is judged (v. 16). The inadequacy of the old sacrificial system is especially shown by the list of sins given in these verses:Hateful attitudes - (v. 17)Sharing with thieves and adulterer …