What happensPermalink
David prays for pardon, protection, and guidance, trusting in God’s steadfast love and faithfulness. He asks for instruction in righteousness and protection from his enemies, confident that those who fear the Lord will walk in His ways.
Why it mattersPermalink
This mostly acrostic psalm follows a natural progression of faith: prayer for deliverance, desire for guidance, trust in God’s mercy and faithfulness, and renewed plea for protection. God’s promise to instruct those who fear Him (v.12) is fulfilled in Jesus, who is our wisdom from God (1 Corinthians 1:30) and sends the Holy Spirit to teach us (John 14:26). Those who listen and obey His words are counted wise (Matthew 7:24).
Key versePermalink
Who is the man who fears the Lord? Him will he instruct in the way that he should choose.