The place of security is not through having an unassailable position, but it is resting in the Lord’s presence.
But I am trusting you, O Lord, saying, “You are my God!” … Rescue me from those who hunt me down relentlessly.
Psalm 31:14-16
When people are scheming, I am driven from peace, payer is a challenge and I am tempted to counter scheme on perpetual loop.
Don’t let me be disgraced, O Lord, for I call out to you for help.
Psalm 31:17
David is able to surrender the situation to his Lord. He calls for help and asks the Lord to deal with these enemies. It seems that in unreservedly handing over his enemies to the Lord, he enters peace.
How great is the goodness you have stored up for those who fear you. You lavish it on those who come to you for protection, blessing them before the watching world.
Psalm 31:19
In that place of assurance, David is able to praise God freely.
You hide them in the shelter of your presence, safe from those who conspire against them. You shelter them in your presence, far from accusing tongues.
Psalm 31:20
What an amazing place of shelter in times of trouble.