Psalm
7:10-11 My
shield is God Most High, who saves the upright in heart. God is a righteous
judge, a God who expresses his wrath every day.
A psalm of
lament
Nothing
is hidden from God-this can be either terrifying or comforting. Our thoughts
are an open book to him. Because he knows even our motives, we have no place to
hide, no way to pretend we can get away with sin. But that very knowledge also
gives us great comfort. We don't have to impress God or put up a false front.
Instead, we can trust God to help us work through our weaknesses in order to
serve him as he has planned. When we truly follow God, he rewards our effort.
David opens the psalm with an appeal to his innocence. In
verse three he admits that had he sinned then those who were pursuing him had
just cause to attack. But he knows he is innocent of their charge. As a result
he could only count on God to intervene and make his innocence known to others.
During
a time of great evil and injustice, David was grateful that God is righteous.
When we wonder if anyone is honest or fair, we can be assured that God will
continue to bring justice and fairness when we involve him in our activities.
If you ever feel that you are being treated unfairly, ask the one who is always
fair and just to be with you. Then thank him for his presence.
