Psalm 140

I know that the LORD upholds
the just cause of the poor,
justice for the needy.
Surely the righteous will
praise your name;
The upright will live in your presence.

David’s Psalm here has mostly been a cry for protection from those intend him harm. In battle; with troops; he cries out to God for help, salvation.

Then come these verses. David’s sure words that God not only protects him, the chosen king, but God protects and upholds the cause of the poor, needy. God is on the side of the most vulnerable in society. He sees and saves those in need.

And those who join Him in protecting these poor ones – they are the righteous, the upright, who will live in God’s presence.

I had several different ideas for the illustration of Psalm 139 (see yesterday’s post.) This idea seemed like one I could make work, but after this sketch, it never seemed exactly right. But the idea remains – a contemplative individual, aware of God’s ongoing presence. I may try this one again sometime.