Psalm 52-54 Publicly Praising God For Private Victories

David was rightfully angry in Psalm 52.  He’d been running from Saul and Doeg had told Saul where David was hiding.  “Doeg and Saul were mighty in their own eyes, but insignificant in God’s eyes.  David was insignificant in their eyes, but important to God,” my commentary said.  David knew he’d been anointed as God’s chosen king, so he also knew that God would deal with Saul and Doeg.  He used powerful verbs to describe what God would do to them:  “…break you down … snatch you up … tear your away … uproot you…” and the saints would be laughing when it happened, my commentary added.

Meanwhile David would serve faithfully.  “The private victories God gives us should be announced publicly for the encouragement of God’s people.  Though evil may seem to triumph, we must continue to obey and serve the Lord and not get discouraged.  The last laugh belongs to the Lord’s people.”

Father, I thank You for helping me when I most need it.  I will praise You for every help You give me.  Let others not see it as bragging.  Let them understand that I am praising You to encourage others to know that You are active in all of our lives and that You love and care for us greatly.

Your Brother In Christ,

Gary Ford