1. Vindicate me, LORD (1-9)

David had to run for his life for many years due to King Saul's jealousy. At other times he was misunderstood, falsely accused, and his life was threatened by enemies. But David took refuge in God, brought his case before him in prayer, and asked to vindicate him in his justice. For the righteous God examines minds and hearts of people, vindicates the innocent, and puts to an end the violence of the wicked.

2. God is a righteous Judge (10-17)

God saves the upright in heart who put their trust in him; he is a righteous judge who displays his wrath by pursuing and destroying those who are full of evil desires but do not repent. He causes violent people to fall into their own trap. David was aware of injustice in the world, but lived with a conviction that justice will prevail, for God is just.


Application: Lord, thank you for your justice which prevails in the end. Cleanse me from sin and help me to take refuge in you, who is my shield.
One Word: God Most High is my shield