Trust in God Alone
This psalm has been an encouragement to believers for thousands of years, and it can encourage you as well. This psalm can be divided into three segments: The Psalmist’s Trust in God (1-2), The Psalmist’s Teaching About God (3-13), and The Lord’s Promise (14-16).
The psalmist lays out the principle in verse 1, the person who trusts in the Lord will dwell in the safety and security of God presence. He exclaims that God has his trust (2).
The psalmist then moves to instruct his readers in the midst of personal trials to trust the Lord (3-13). God delivers from dangers that are seen (men), and dangers that are unseen (pestilence) (3-6). He is sovereign and there is nothing outside of His knowledge and control. Ten thousand may fall around you of pestilence or war, but you do not have to be afraid (7). In the day of judgment, your faith will be vindicated as you are spared and the wicked receive their justice (8-10).
In the days of tribulation God gives His angels charge concerning His children. They watch over and protect believers (Heb 1:14)(11-12). The church is more than just survivors, you are victors (13).
The psalmist ends this psalm in 14-16 with a promise made by the Lord. Those that love Him will be secure no matter what adversity they face (14). Brethren, our God hears our prayers and is ever close to us (15). He saves us and honours us, His children. Trust in Him and you will be satisfied and experience the joy of His salvation (16).
Brethren, rest assured that God loves you and is in sovereign control over all aspects of your life. Dwell not at the dangers around you, rather keep your focus on your great God.