Psalm 5 Commentary
In ancient times, the kingship was the most important leadership structure in the nation. It hosted both absolute power and absolute authority. David is probably referring to these leadership parameters when he thinks of God as his king.
How many times should one pray, and what is the best time?
The impression we get is that David prayed every morning, petitioning Heaven for help. He would then wait expectantly as the day progressed. It is similar to waiting for a message from the bank that your account has been credited!
We shall read more about prayers in the morning, in the afternoon, and at night. We shall also read about different locations and postures. There isn’t any formula!
But mortals live in time. Our activities are time-bound. It’s essential that saints begin their day with prayer, but let’s not develop a doctrine around specific times for prayer.
And why not? The King is good. He hates wickedness. But David is a special servant at the heavenly palace. God has loved him!
Saints can think of the sinless servant in whose name they can pray and stand tall before the Great King. Without this blood, none of us can claim to be on the right side of this psalm!
Surely, Lord, you bless the righteous; you surround them with your favor as with a shield. This can always be our confidence as we pray.
On the other side are rejects, outcasts, and evildoers who don’t care about God’s holiness and purity. “Pronounce the guilty, O God!”
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