06-04-25 part 1: Arrows, Deception, and the Glory of God

Section One

Psalm 64, written by David, turns our attention to the reality of spiritual oppression and deception. In verses 5 and 6, David describes how the wicked encourage each other in evil, devise traps in secret, and take pride in their devious schemes. Their internal thoughts are described as deep—not in a flattering or insightful way, but in a dark, manipulative sense. Dr. Spoon points out that this is not praise for human intellect; it is a statement of how deeply sin can corrupt the mind and heart. This is spiritual warfare in full view, where human evil is often unknowingly driven by satanic influence. What’s clear is that David sees this not as merely human misbehavior, but as a spiritual battle with very real consequences.

Section Two

But in the face of this dark scheming, David declares that God will act. In verse 7, we’re told that God will shoot at them with arrows, and suddenly they will be wounded. While this is poetic imagery, the message is unmistakable: God will bring swift and just judgment. These people, so proud of their wicked plans and words, will be made to stumble over their own tongues. God will expose their lies and turn their words against them. And when that happens, it won’t just be personal justice—it will be public. Others will see it and flee. The result? An unmistakable fear and reverence of the Lord.

Section Three

This reverence won’t be limited to just the righteous. In verse 9, David writes that all men shall fear and declare the works of God. Dr. Spoon emphasizes that every being—saved or lost, angel or demon, believer or skeptic—will one day acknowledge the glory and judgment of God. Every knee will bow, and every tongue will confess that Jesus is Lord. The only difference is whether that confession will come from joy or from sorrow. Either way, the glory of God will not be silenced. His justice will not be hidden. It will be revealed in such a way that no one can ignore it.

Section Four

Finally, verse 10 paints a picture of how the righteous should respond. We are to rejoice, trust in the Lord, and glory in Him. That’s our posture—not fear, not anxiety, but confidence. Dr. Spoon encourages us to remember that our righteousness comes from Jesus, not our performance. Because of that, we can rest in His reliability. We can trust in His timing and His justice. And when we see His works unfold—whether through blessings, deliverance, or judgment—we don’t shrink back. We shout for joy. Because the glory of God is not just something to observe. It’s something to celebrate.