Psalms 5:10-12
5:10 a The psalmist prays for the justice and retribution that God promised against the wicked (1:6 b)—those who have rebelled against the Lord.• The wicked lay traps to kill (38:12 c) or deceive (140:4-5 d).
5:11 e A blessing rests on all who take refuge in God (see 18:30 f).
• Joy and praise make good companions. The godly rejoice when they see evidence of God’s rescue. They sing joyful praises as a new song (see 33:3 g). When the Lord restores peace to this world, puts down evil, and rewards the righteous, they will have lasting joy (9:2-4 h; 53:6 i; 90:14-15 j; 118:24 k).
• The children of God, who find refuge in him, love his name. To love his name is to love his very character.
5:12 l The psalmist extends his concern beyond himself to all the godly.
• A shield, here an image of God’s protection, deflects spears and arrows from its bearer.
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