Psalm 62

Introduction:

1. This Psalm follows the events with Bathsheba that brought perpetual upheaval to the house of David (2 Samuel 12:9-12; 13:1-14; 15:10; 16:21-22).

2. Though David had to pay the price for his sins, God would see him through.

3. Though we may pay the price for our sins or others, God will see us through.

Discussion:

I. Silently Awaiting God’s Salvation (vv. 1-4)

A. The phrase indicates a still repose (BDB).

B. The idea is such trust that God will deliver from the enemy that nothing more need be said: no crying out in fear or dismay; just calm.

C. This calm exists despite deceitful schemers plotting their attack.

II. Because Only God Can Deliver (vv. 1-2, 5-7, 9-12)

A. David’s still repose was grounded in the nature of God.

B. Notice the descriptors David used to validate this still confidence.

1. My rock: a cliff, a boulder; figuratively a refuge (Strong)

2. My salvation: a rescue from distress or danger (Zodhiates).

3. My defense: a high fort, stronghold (Strong, cf. Isaiah 25:12)

4. My refuge: a shelter, place of security (Zodhiates)

5. Power belongs to Him as He is its source (John 19:10-11).

6. Mercy likewise belongs to Him (cf. Psalms 86:15; Daniel 9:18)

C. Conversely, mankind is fleeting and ultimately powerless (vv. 10-11).

III. Urging Others to Silently Await God’s Salvation (vs. 8)

A. Amid these declarations, David urged others to embrace this repose.

B. To do so, one must have uncompromising trust in Him.

C. Such who do pour out their hearts to Him, knowing He is our refuge.

D. Though the detailed instructions of entering His care differ for us than when David lived, these broad principles remain the catalyst.

Conclusion:

1. Though some will lie to us or otherwise let us down, our salvation still comes from God Who is still our rock, our salvation, our defense, and our refuge.

2. Are we trusting in Him at all times and pouring our hearts out to Him?

3. If not, we are denying ourselves the tremendous blessings enumerated above.