Explore Psalm 10 and the raw, honest question, "Why do You stand afar off, O Lord?" in this episode of The Word Awakened Podcast. Join Alexander as we delve into the difficult reality of God's perceived silence during times of trouble, suffering, and the apparent triumph of wickedness. This deep Bible study brings scripture to life by dissecting the psalmist's vivid description of the proud, oppressive, and deceitful "man of the earth," contrasting the wicked's belief that "God has forgotten" with the desperate plea for divine justice. Discover how the psalm pivots from agonizing questions and detailed lament to a powerful declaration of faith, affirming God's role as the helper of the fatherless and oppressed, and concluding with unwavering trust in His eternal kingship and ultimate victory over evil. If you wrestle with suffering or the problem of evil, this exploration of Psalm 10 offers insight into navigating pain through honest prayer and clinging to God's unchanging character.

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