Psalms 64:1-10 - Homilies By C. Short

Danger and faith.

The psalm was probably written by David at the court of Saul.

I. DANGER . ( Psalms 64:2-6 .)

1 . To character . From slander.

2 . To life . ( Psalms 64:1 .) From secret plots and conspiracies.

II. FAITH IN GOD .

1 . Expressed in prayer for protection .

2 . That God will destroy the plots of his enemies . ( Psalms 64:7 , Psalms 64:8 .)

"The Divine judgment is now painted as if actually fulfilling itself before the very eyes of the psalmist."

III. THE SALUTARY EFFECTS OF GOD 'S RETRIBUTIVE PROVIDENCE .

1 . Upon the companions of the wicked . ( Psalms 64:8 .) They shake the head, or flee away, so that they become separate and scattered.

2 . Upon men generally . ( Psalms 64:9 .) They shall declare the work of God, and consider his doings.

3 . Upon the righteous . They shall trust, rejoice, and glory in the Lord, in his righteousness and goodness.—S.