I will praise You forever for what You have done; in Your name I will hope, for Your name is good. I will praise You in the presence of Your saints. Psalm 52:9 (Psalm 35, 52, 64)
There are two ways to assault someone, physically and verbally. The first requires at least two people to be within arms length or shooting distance. Wounds and scars can be seen, validated and healed. Verbal attack can be done from any place on earth, with unseen wounds and a character so maligned it might never fully recover. David was victimized by both.
All three of these Psalms speak of man’s words, sharpened and used like a weapon, meant to inflict injury. Even in times of peace, the words of those with hidden agendas continued to stir discontent and trouble for David’s throne. David remained confident in truth.
There is no pain like betrayal. Thinking you had a friend and defender, only to find they were the enemy, leaves the heart broken. Because God is the very definition of Truth, there is safety from lies and snares evil people spread. Punishment will come in full measure, to those who manipulate their earthly existence for personal gain. So, do as David did, rest well in the company of an all knowing Sovereign God who will take care of the cheats and liars.
Love,
Gretchen