I trust in the Lord for protection. So why do you say to me, “Fly like a bird to the mountains for safety! The wicked are stringing their bows and fitting their arrows on the bowstrings. They shoot from the shadows at those whose hearts are right. The foundations of law and order have collapsed. What can the righteous do?” But the Lord is in his holy Temple; the Lord still rules from heaven. He watches everyone closely, examining every person on earth. The Lord examines both the righteous and the wicked. He hates those who love violence. He will rain down blazing coals and burning sulfur on the wicked, punishing them with scorching winds. For the righteous Lord loves justice. The virtuous will see his face.
Psalms 11:1-7 NLT
Sometimes we’ll intentioned advice is not the right advice. When this psalm was written, David felt surrounded by enemies, and people were advising him to run away. But David knew the Lord was calling him to stay. His trust in the Lord guided him more than any other advice. Even when his life was on the line, David trusted in his King. It is wise to seek advice, but nothing matters more than our core convictions.
God examines the hearts of every person (v.4). Even when it seems like the foundations of life are being destroyed (v.3), the King still cares for and rules over all. The righteous Judge sees our actions and motives, and both are important. You can’t control the world, but you are responsible for your heart and behavior. With the Spirit’s strength, do your part every day for Kingdom come.
How can you trust God more in hard situations? Read and pray Psalm 139:23. What is the Savior showing you about your heart?
