Psalms 59

Psalms 59:1-17

Contents: Complaint of the malice of enemies and comfort and confidence in God.

Characters: God, David.

Conclusion: Those who are for Christ’s sake, harmless and innocent may expect to be hated of wicked men. It is their wisdom and duty in times of such difficulties, to wait upon God, for He is their defense, their refuge in whom they shall be safe.

Key Word: Enemies, Psalms 59:1.

Strong Verses: Psalms 59:9; Psalms 59:16; Psalms 59:17.

Striking Facts: Psalms 59:6. The persecutors of our Lord Jesus are compared to dogs (Psalms 22:16). They ran Him down with barking, for otherwise they could have found no way to take Him. What they lacked in reason and justice, they made up in noise.