Psalm 56

Despite being persecuted by Saul, David was declaring God's protection unto his life. David firmly stood tall and calm in the raging tempest, walking in the light of the Lord despite the darkness surrounding him.

I am impressed by David's steadfast trust in the Lord. As Romans 8:31 says "... if God is for us, who can be against us?". This is echoed by David in Psalm 56:9 -- "Then my enemies will turn back when I call for help. By this I will know that God is for me".

We all have a purpose in life. Whether we view it through God's perspective of eternity in mind, or the world's short-term values which offer instant gratification, that depends on our foundation in God's Word. I like the following quotation:

"Let temporal things serve your use,

but the eternal be the object of your desire."

-- Thomas à Kempis

Our motivation in staying on God's path of light, and not be sidetracked by life's intimidations, comes from the understanding of our eternity destiny. So, amidst the din around us, listen to our Shepherd's call so that we will not be lured away from God's embrace. And when our eyes are fixed upon Christ, we will not fear men but God alone.