In Psalm 64, David compares hurtful words to deadly arrows. His enemies use their words to tear him down, incite violence, and even scheme for his demise. David is afraid. As he turns to the Lord and asks for help, he remembers Who is truly in charge and rejoices in that truth.

Dry, barren, parched, empty, dead. These descriptions of a physical wilderness can feel all-too-real in our spiritual lives as well. As we follow David's example in Psalm 63, we learn to seek God for satisfaction that overflows in worship.

When the sources of stability in our lives begin to shake, we shake right along with them. That's why David encourages us, in Psalm 62, to steady our souls on God alone. He only is our rock and salvation.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed and far from God, then Psalm 61 is for you. Here, David feels far from God. He cries "from the end of the earth!" Not only that, his "heart is overwhelmed." Yet He asks God to lead him to the rock that is higher than him.

David felt broken and abandoned. Yet through the course of this Psalm, David remembers God's Word and renews his confidence in God. By God's word, David goes from despair to confidence! When you feel broken and abandoned, renew your confidence in God.

David reminds us that God is the righteous judge of the earth. This key truth teaches us how to respond to the wicked injustices in this life. We grieve, we pray, and ultimately we look forward to God's righteous judgment.