Psalm 55 Commentary
David is afraid. Several terms are used to describe his feelings and condition: trouble, distraught, suffering, anguish, fear, trembling, and overwhelmed.
He is in danger. The danger is real and present.
We always hear things. The things we hear can be a source of many problems. David responds by turning to the LORD.
“Let the LORD confuse the wicked. Let their plans come to nothing.”
This psalm reflects the saint’s wish for a place of rest, a place far away from trouble.
David thinks of two things. He can escape his troubles – he wishes he had wings of a dove! He would fly away and be at rest. Alternatively, let the LORD terminate his trouble. Regardless, rest is a must-have need.
But David’s lack of wings is a problem. It points to the saint’s dependence on the LORD for solutions.
It is more painful when the problem comes from within the community of God’s people. These things happen. So problems can come from the wicked or from innocent-looking sources. But regardless, David prays in the morning, in the afternoon, and in the evening.
Prayer must be said at all times. Let the LORD know when you are crushed, low, and down.
Let the saint watch out for visible and open threats. But let the saint also watch out for innocent-looking trouble spots. Take it to the LORD in prayer, regardless.
We can trust in the LORD. We can believe in His salvation.
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