Psalms 72 and 75: The Trials Of Leadership

Today we explore the powerful words of Psalms 72 and 75. Psalm 72 is a hopeful prayer for a king who rules with justice and kindness. It asks God to bless Israel, protect the weak, and let the king’s reign bring peace. Psalm 75, in contrast, reminds us that leadership is hard. It speaks of trials, of a world that can test even the best leaders. It shows that when things go wrong, it’s God who steadies the earth, not human power. The two psalms together highlight the high standards for leaders, the promise of justice, and the truth that we need God’s help to truly rule well.