Matthew Henry Commentary Psalms 63:7-11

"For thou hast been my help, And in the shadow of thy wings will I rejoice. My soul followeth hard after thee: Thy right hand upholdeth me. But those that seek my soul, to destroy it, Shall go into the lower parts of the earth. They shall be given over to the power of the sword: They shall be a portion for foxes. But the king shall rejoice in God: Every one that sweareth by him shall glory; For the mouth of them that speak lies shall be stopped." — Psalms 63:7-11 (ASV)

True Christians can, in some measure, and at some times, make use of the strong language of David, but too often our souls cling to the dust. Having committed ourselves to God, we must be at ease and content, and undisturbed by the fear of evil. Those who earnestly follow God would soon fail, if God's right hand did not uphold them.

It is He who strengthens us and comforts us. The psalmist does not doubt that though now sowing in tears, he will reap in joy. Messiah the Prince will rejoice in God; He has already entered into the joy set before Him, and His glory will be completed at His second coming.

Blessed Lord, let our desire for You increase every hour; let our love always be upon You; let all our enjoyment be in You, and all our satisfaction from You. Be You all in all to us while we remain in the present wilderness state, and bring us home to the everlasting enjoyment of You forever.