God is My Defense (Psalm 7)

David began this psalm showing his faith and trust in God for deliverance. With boldness, David asked for God to examine his works. If David was in the wrong, he asked for God’s punishment and to be repaid for his evil (v.3-5). The confidence in David is because he knew that he had lived righteously, that is, he lived according to God’s commands. Can we with such courage ask for God to examine our hearts and actions?

David’s boldness is seen in his desire for God’s punishment on the unjust (v.9-16). That judgment would include destruction because of iniquities (sin, unrighteousness). The justice of God demands punishment for the evil doer. Are we living in such a way that God is pleased with our actions or will we receive His punishment?

David’s boldness is seen in his declaration that his defense is in God who saves the upright in heart (v.10). David had a heart that was seeking to do the Lord’s will. He knew that when he put his trust in God, the Lord would take care of him.

There is a day coming when we will all be judged. Are you ready for the judgment (2 Corinthians 5:10)? Can you with boldness declare your confidence that God will defend you, that when examined, God will reward you and not punish you? I beg you to consider where you will spend eternity. Let us know if we can help you.