Biblical Reflections

Psalm 5 is an individual lament, a plea for help. This is also an imprecatory prayer that prays for the personal downfall of the enemies. These foes are bloodthirsty and deceitful persecutors.
The Psalm begins with a calling out to God, followed by praise that God loves justice and hates the wicked, the proud, the evildoer, the liar, and the bloodthirsty men. Their attack against David is really an attack on God.
In contrast, the godly person has every right to be confident that God will lead him into righteous actions. David then asks God to judge these evil men, who have rebelled against God.
Finally, the Psalm closes by assuring the faithful of God’s care and protection, in contrast to the fate of the evildoers.
It is okay to ask God to judge the wicked who persecute you. But remember your prayer is based upon your faith and trust in God and your commitment to righteousness.

Creators & Guests

Host
Andrew
Andrew is a master storyteller. Having flown multiengine, bomber planes; practiced law; and earned a seminary degree, he draws upon a deep bank of experience and knowledge. Yeah, he is one of those guys who knows Greek. But coming out of a working-class home, he speaks plainly and clearly. His podcasts are thought-provoking and entertaining. His passion for God’s Word comes out in every episode.
Producer
Tom Kjeldgaard
Follower of Christ, Maker, Business Consultant, Husband, Father

What is Biblical Reflections?

Join host Andrew as he walks us through sections of scripture allowing us to reflect on what God is telling us. Yeah, he is one of those guys who knows Greek. But coming out of a working-class home, he speaks plainly and clearly. His podcasts are thought-provoking and entertaining. His passion for God’s Word comes out in every episode.