Psalm 94:19 Context
The psalms are songs full of deep emotion and can serve as a helpful guide as we pour out our own fears, distress, and praise before God.
The theme of Psalm 94 is how wickedness thrives on earth but God is still in control and will be victorious.
Psalm 94:19 Meaning
We’ve all had times when our anxiety was great within us. Sometimes the cause of our anxiety is outward, such as a health scare, financial distress, or relational struggles.
At other times we don’t even know the cause of our anxiety—we just feel unsettled and scared and end up wondering what’s wrong with us.
Regardless of the cause of your anxiety, there is an enemy at work that God must overcome. There are three enemies we have to deal with as Christians: the world, the devil, and ourselves.
Sometimes the world fights against us through circumstances and antagonism from individuals or the culture around us.
Sometimes the devil and his demons are antagonizing us because they hate God’s people. At other times we wrestle with what’s in ourselves—we give in to our sinful nature and fallenness.
But in all these cases, just as this psalm says, God is our fortress. He is stronger than anything we could ever face.
Today’s verse says God’s consolation brings me joy. What are God’s consolations? Other translations use the word comforts.
God comforts us when we’re facing trials, and we find joy in the reassurance that he’s there and has our back. God is our refuge in all circumstances, and his love is “unfailing.”
Psalm 94:19 Application
Name your enemy. Sometimes we forget that we even have enemies, assuming that we just have bad luck.
But your enemies are real, and it is helpful to know who or what they are so you can arm yourself and pray against them.
But the good news is, regardless of your enemy, God is always stronger.
“Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.”