Psa 139:21 | MHM | STEP | v. 21-22 : David declares his loyalty to God by saying he does not want to be close to those who hate God. He says, “Do I not hate those who hate You, O Lord ?” (Psalm 139:21 ). David feels deep sadness when he sees people rebel against God, and he chooses not to be friends with them or join in their evil ways (Psalm 101:3; Psalm 69:8 ). He hates their sin because he loves God.

‏ Psalms 139:21

v. 21-22: David declares his loyalty to God by saying he does not want to be close to those who hate God. He says, “Do I not hate those who hate You, O Lord?” (Psalm 139:21 ^a). David feels deep sadness when he sees people rebel against God, and he chooses not to be friends with them or join in their evil ways (Psalm 101:3; Psalm 69:8 ^b). He hates their sin because he loves God.