In these psalms, David writes during one of the darkest seasons of his life—fleeing from his son Absalom’s rebellion. In Psalm 3, he laments his enemies’ pursuit but quickly turns to confident prayer, calling God his shield and salvation. In Psalm 4, David shifts from fear to grace, trusting God’s righteousness and even interceding for his enemies, finding peace enough to sleep in safety. In Psalm 5, he approaches God through the sacrificial system, ultimately pointing to Christ, the final sacrifice. He asks for guidance, prays against rebellion, yet desires that all who trust God rejoice in His protection. Psalm 6 provides a sobering reality check—David delays confession of sin and suffers inwardly until he finally admits guilt, discovering that forgiveness restores peace. Together, these psalms remind us that prayer is our greatest weapon, God’s grace is always undeserved, and confession should never be delayed. Real peace comes from resting in God’s sovereignty, extending His grace to others, and trusting His readiness to forgive.
Quick to Trust … Quick to Confess
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