Purity…
Speaking to the Lord, King David said he was determined to maintain purity in his empire by removing wickedness from himself, his court, and his capital. When justice prevailed, the Lord would be pleased to dwell in their midst.
Cries and Confidence…
Hoping that God would speedily answer him, the psalmist lamented that he was overwhelmed and was deserted because of the enemy’s reproach. But he found comfort in the fact that the Lord abides, and would not forsake him – a truth that has led many generations of saints to praise God.