Psalm 62

Psalm 62:1–12 KJV 1900

1 Truly my soul waiteth upon God: From him cometh my salvation. 2 He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my defence; I shall not be greatly moved. 3 How long will ye imagine mischief against a man? Ye shall be slain all of you: As a bowing wall shall ye be, and as a tottering fence. 4 They only consult to cast him down from his excellency: They delight in lies: They bless with their mouth, but they curse inwardly. Selah. 5 My soul, wait thou only upon God; For my expectation is from him. 6 He only is my rock and my salvation: He is my defence; I shall not be moved. 7 In God is my salvation and my glory: The rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God. 8 Trust in him at all times; ye people, Pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah. 9 Surely men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie: To be laid in the balance, they are altogether lighter than vanity. 10 Trust not in oppression, And become not vain in robbery: If riches increase, set not your heart upon them. 11 God hath spoken once; Twice have I heard this; That power belongeth unto God. 12 Also unto thee, O Lord, belongeth mercy: For thou renderest to every man according to his work.

Waiting on God

Psalm 62 is a powerful testament to the unshakeable trust in God and the peace that comes from such reliance. David's steadfast faith and resolute belief in God's ultimate control over all things offer a timeless example of how one can navigate through life's many storms.

Verses 1-2: Seeking Refuge in God

David declares his soul waits in silence for God, affirming Him as his salvation, fortress, and rock. He expresses his steadfast faith that he will not be greatly shaken.

Trust in God Alone Psalm 62:1-2 states, Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from Him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; He is my fortress, I will never be shaken. David emphasizes that true rest and salvation come from God alone, not from worldly sources. Seek Rest in God In moments of anxiety or stress, intentionally pause to seek God's presence and find rest in Him.

2. God as a Fortress David describes God as his rock and fortress, emphasizing that he will not be greatly shaken. "He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my defence; I shall not be greatly moved" (Psalm 62:2). The imagery of a rock (צוּר, tsur) conveys strength and stability. Pray for Trust Ask God to help you place your trust in Him alone, especially in challenging times.

Verses 3-4: Rebuke of the Wicked

David laments the deceitfulness and malice of men who seek to topple him from his high position. He likens their lies to a tottering fence, fragile and unstable.

Lament(Sorrow, weep, moan)

Contrast with Human Schemes The psalm contrasts the security found in God with the instability of human plots. David laments how long people will attack and seek to topple him, comparing them to a leaning wall or tottering fence.

Seek God's Rest Pray for the ability to find true rest and peace in God's presence, regardless of external circumstances. The Futility of Trusting in Man The psalm contrasts the reliability of God with the unreliability of humans. "How long will you imagine mischief against a man? ye shall be slain all of you: as a bowing wall shall ye be, and as a tottering fence." (Psalm 62:3). This highlights the brief and unstable nature of human strength. Verses 5-8: An Exhortation to Trust in God

David reiterates his reliance on God and encourages others to trust in Him at all times. He presents God as the ultimate refuge, power, and steadfast love.

God as Our Fortress In verses 5-6, David reiterates, My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from Him. He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my defence, I shall not be moved. The repetition underscores the steadfastness and reliability of God as our protector. Reaffirmation of Trust David reiterates his trust in God, emphasizing that his hope and salvation are found in Him alone. "Find rest, O my soul, in God alone, for my hope comes from Him" (Psalm 62:5). Verses 9-10: The Vanity of Earthly Power and Wealth

The Psalmist proclaims the lowliness and briefness of men of high and low estate alike. He warns against trusting in extortion or setting one's heart on wealth.

The Futility of Trusting in Man Verses 9-10 caution against placing trust in people or wealth: Lowborn men are but a vapor, the highborn are but a lie. If weighed on a balance, they are nothing; together they are only a breath. Do not trust in extortion or put vain hope in stolen goods; though your riches increase, do not set your heart on them. Guard Against Materialism Be mindful of the temptation to trust in wealth or possessions. Instead, focus on cultivating a heart that treasures God above all.

The Deceptiveness of Riches and Power The psalm warns against placing trust in wealth and power. "trust not in oppression(fraud)(extortion) and become not vain in robbery;” if riches increase, set not your heart opon them" (Psalm 62:10). The Hebrew word for "extortion" (עֹשֶׁק, osheq) implies oppression and unjust gain. .The Transience of Human Life The psalm reflects on the fleeting nature of human existence. "Surely men of low degree are a vanity(vapor), and men of high degree are a lie" (Psalm 62:9). The Hebrew word for "vapor" (הֶבֶל, hebel) suggests something insubstantial and temporary, reminding believers of the brevity of life.

Verses 11-12: God's Power and Steadfast Love

David acknowledges God's power, steadfast love, and his ultimate control over all things. He concludes with the assurance of God's just reward to every person according to their deeds.

God's Power and Love The psalm concludes with a powerful declaration in verses.

Psalm 62:11–12 “11 God hath spoken once; Twice have I heard this; That power belongeth unto God. 12 Also unto thee, O Lord, belongeth mercy: For thou renderest to every man according to his work.”

This highlights God's dual nature of strength and love, assuring us of His just and compassionate character.

Embrace God's Strength and Love In times of weakness or fear, remind yourself of God's strength and love, trusting that He is both powerful and compassionate.

. God's Power and Love The psalm concludes with a declaration of God's power and unfailing love, affirming that He rewards each person according to their deeds. (Psalm 62:11-12).

God's Sovereign Power and Love The psalm concludes with a declaration of God's power and love.

Divine Justice and Reward The psalmist affirms that God will reward each person according to their deeds.

“To this quiet waiting in the presence of God is contrasted the busy agitation of life without God, filled with vanity, dishonesty, lying, cheating, hypocrisy, cursing.”   Let us call our people to quiet rest in God’s presence, “far from the madding crowd.”

How do we know we can trust God alone and fully in troublesome times?  Because in Christ, God has demonstrated that the strength and love of God are our hope and our salvation.

The day will come when the whole world will have a realization of Christ’s glory

Philippians 2:9–11 “9 Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: 10 That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; 11 And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”

I shall not be, I shall not be moved, like a tree planted by the waters I shall not be Moved!!!!