Psalm 70 is a brief but powerful cry of urgent faith. We see David, pressed by danger and sorrow, calling upon God to act swiftly—not in panic, but in trust. Even amid persecution, David turns from fear to worship, urging all who seek the Lord to rejoice and proclaim, “God is great!” His honesty in prayer, his confidence in God’s justice, and his humility in dependence all point to a greater Deliverer—Jesus Christ—who endured the ultimate darkness for our salvation. Thus, believers can pray urgently, wait patiently, and rejoice steadfastly, knowing that the God who made haste to save us at Calvary will surely deliver us again for His glory and our eternal joy.
This Psalm of thanksgiving highlights God’s awesome power, faithfulness, and redemptive purposes through the lens of worship, suffering, and deliverance. The message emphasizes that God is not only worthy of praise for His acts of salvation but also for His sanctifying work in the lives of His people. Whether reflecting on Israel’s rescue through the Red Sea or personal seasons of hardship, the psalm teaches that suffering refines rather than crushes, and that God's power is always working for the good of those who trust Him.
Psalm 66 foreshadows the ultimate deliverance found in Jesus Christ. Just as God delivered Israel, He now offers eternal salvation and abundance through Christ’s sacrificial death and victorious resurrection. In both trials or abundance, the call is to trust, praise, and draw near to a holy yet compassionate God, who is not only awesome in His deeds, but personal in His love.