Have you ever felt surrounded by troubles, like enemies are plotting against you?
In Psalm 64, we find David in a similar situation, seeking refuge and protection from his adversaries.
Prayer for Deliverance from Secret Enemies.
For the choir director. A Psalm of David.
1Hear my voice, O God, in my complaint;
Preserve my life from dread of the enemy.
2Hide me from the secret counsel of evildoers,
From the tumult of those who do iniquity,
3Who have sharpened their tongue like a sword.
They aimed bitter speech as their arrow,
4To shoot from concealment at the blameless;
Suddenly they shoot at him, and do not fear.
5They hold fast to themselves an evil purpose;
They talk of laying snares secretly;
They say, “Who can see them?”
6They devise injustices, saying,
“We are ready with a well-conceived plot”;
For the inward thought and the heart of a man are deep.
7But God will shoot at them with an arrow;
Suddenly they will be wounded.
8So they will make him stumble;
Their own tongue is against them;
All who see them will shake the head.
9Then all men will fear,
And they will declare the work of God,
And will consider what He has done.
10The righteous man will be glad in the LORD and will take refuge in Him;
And all the upright in heart will glory.
Summary Key Points:
- Crying Out for Protection: In Psalm 64, David begins by crying out to the Lord, asking Him to protect him from his enemies who are plotting against him. He describes their schemes and wicked intentions.
- Confidence in God’s Justice: Despite the enemy’s threats, David expresses his confidence in God’s justice. He believes that the Lord will bring judgment upon the wicked and that they will face the consequences of their evil deeds.
- Rejoicing in God’s Deliverance: As the psalm progresses, David’s tone shifts from fear to hope. He rejoices in the Lord’s deliverance, trusting that God will intervene on his behalf and vindicate him.
- Reflecting on God’s Power: David reflects on God’s power and sovereignty, recognizing that the righteous can find refuge and strength in the Lord even when faced with adversity.
As we read Psalm 64, we can learn to turn to the Lord in times of trouble, just as David did.
Let’s take a moment to reflect on our own challenges and adversities.
Are there areas in our lives where we need God’s protection and deliverance?
Pray to the Lord, seeking His guidance, protection, and justice.
Share your thoughts and prayers with a trusted friend or family member, and let this psalm remind you of the refuge we find in our faithful God and share your thoughts in the comments.
May the grace and peace of our Lord, Yeshua, be with you.
John Golda
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