Psalm 56:1 Be merciful to me, my God, for my enemies are in hot pursuit; all day long they press their attack.
We have a park where I live, Rocky Face, that today’s scripture brought to mind. There is a “Vertical Mile Challenge” trail that begins in the trees then goes up the side of a mountain (slight exaggeration). You go from not being able to see anything but trees to a gorgeous panoramic view that shows just what a small role those trees play in the greater landscape. That’s perspective, and it is a beautiful gift.
Psalm 56:2 My adversaries pursue me all day long; in their pride many are attacking me.
In verse 1, all David can see are the trees, the enemies. They are huge and everywhere.but as he continues to climb, to praise, he begins to get perspective. The trees, which felt like they were everywhere, were only a small part of the whole. God is the whole. When the fullness of the view, the fullness of God, opens up, it is so much easier to put the everyday of life into perspective.
Psalm 56:3 When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.
Precious Savior, Thank You for perspective that can only come from You. Thank You for the ability to realize that just because I’m surrounded by trees doesn’t mean that’s all that’s there. Help me to put my trust in You. Help me to climb until I get perspective. Help me to hold on to You. Always. Amen.
Psalm 56:4 In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?
Have a blessed day.