David asks the Lord to fight against those who fight against him. Then he willrejoice in the Lord and delight in His salvation. - P143
Ruthless people repay Davidevil for good. Yet when they were ill, he fasted for them. - P143
When his prayers were
unanswered, he mourned for them. - P143
But when he stumbled, his assailants
slandered him without ceasing. - P143
This psalm gives us insight into the nature of our salvation in Christ.
Itis not a lofty ideal or an intangible philosophy. The salvation that Godgives us has a real impact on our lives here and now. - P146
This is why, in unjust circumstances,
surrounded by people who want to destroy him, thepsalmist can appeal to God as his protector, defender, and deliverer. - P146
Helongs to hear God personally reassure him that his salvation is secure.
- P146
Perhaps you find yourself in similar circumstances today; your life maybe in filled with trouble or your future seems bleak. - P146
Do not be afraid, for God is personally
working out your deliverance, and through thesacrifice of Christ, He says to each of us, "I am your salvation." - P146
Few things in life are more painful than betrayal when we give ourselves to others
in their time of need, only to have them turn on us.
- P146
David, the author of this psalm, is no stranger to betrayal, slander,
and injustice. In his turmoil, he asks God how long he must wait fordeliverance. - P146
Yet even as his questions remain unanswered, David isconfident that God will rescue him and there will come a time when hewill praise God together with His people. - P146
When it seems like everythingis against you, remember God is for you. - P146
As you pour out your lamentto Him, trust that He will rescue you so that His work in your life willresult in praise. - P146
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