"Psalm 64:1-10
Hope in the ultimate triumph of good over evil
Do you ever feel terrified by something you are facing in your life? David faced ‘the terror of the enemy’ (v.1b, AMP).
He went through times of real trouble, ‘the conspirators out to get me’ (v.2, MSG), ‘evil plans’ (v.5a) and ‘traps’ (v.5b, MSG). Yet, he is confident that God will triumph over evil.
What should we do when we face similar troubles? The psalm today gives us some clues:
Cry out to God
David prays, ‘Listen and help, O God’ (v.1a, MSG). David asks God: ‘protect my life from the threat of the enemy’ (v.1b).
‘Rejoice in the Lord’
‘Rejoice in the Lord’ (v.10a). As the apostle Paul puts it, ‘Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!’ (Philippians 4:4).
Stay close to the Lord
‘Take refuge in him’ (Psalm 64:10b). ‘Fly to God’ (v.10b, MSG).
Keep praising God
‘Let all the upright in heart praise him!’ (v.10c). ‘Make praise your habit’ (v.10c, MSG).
Lord, thank you that I can be confident of the ultimate triumph of good over evil. Thank you that you go with me into the battles. Thank you that I am never alone. Lord, I praise you."
1. Hallelujah for never forsaking me. Thank You, Lord.
2. Come Holy Spirit, in times that I need You to be there, You are there. You do amazing things in my life. Thank You for the energy for today's activities.
3. Thank You for provision and for protection.
