Matthew Henry’s Modern English CommentaryPsalms 11

Trust in the LORD in Times of DangerThis psalm shows David’s strong decision to trust God, even when others tell him to run away. David’s faith is not shaken by fear or by the advice of those around him. He believes that God is his only true hope and that nothing else can give him real safety. The psalm also talks about the pressure David feels from friends or enemies who doubt God’s help. David teaches us that the foundations of faith are important, and if we lose our trust in God, we have nothing left to stand on.v. 1: David says, In the Lord

v. 2: David responds to those who tell him to flee. They warn him, The wicked bend their bow; they make ready their arrow on the string, that they may shoot secretly at the upright in heart . His friends are afraid for him because his enemies are planning to harm him. They think that even David’s honesty and goodness cannot protect him from danger. The wicked work in secret, trying to hurt those who do what is right.

v. 3: They also say, If the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do? . This means that if the basic things that keep society or faith strong are broken, good people feel helpless. If people lose their trust in God, or if justice and order are gone, it seems like nothing can be done to fix things. David knows that faith in God is the foundation for everything else. Without it, the righteous have nowhere to turn.

God’s Throne, Judgment, and Care for the UprightSometimes, when we see bad people succeed and good people suffer, it can make us doubt if it is worth serving God. David had these challenges, but instead of doubting, he remembered the truth about God. He showed us that when we feel shaken, we should hold more tightly to our faith. God is still in control, and He knows everything that happens. His care for the righteous and His judgment on the wicked are sure and just.v. 4: David reminds us that The Lord

v. 5: God examines everyone closely. His eyes behold, his eyelids try, the children of men (Psalm 11:4 ). He knows our thoughts and true character, not just what we show on the outside. When God allows good people to face trouble, it is for their testing and their good (Deuteronomy 8:16 ). God always acts fairly, even if we do not understand right away.

v. 6: God is holy and hates evil. The Lord

v. 7: God loves those who do what is right. For the Lord