David is the author of this Trust Psalm. He asks God to keep him safe. Why? Because David takes refuge in God. God is his protector and shelter from danger and hardship. He rescues him from death and gives him a delightful inheritance. God is his inheritance. (Numbers 18:20-24; Deuteronomy 10:8-9)
God in verse 1 is the Hebrew noun “El” the root word for God also used in Genesis 1:1 portraying God’s power, majesty, and prestige. The first LORD in verse 2 is the Hebrew word “YHWH” the covenant name of God given to Moses at the burning bush. The second Lord in verse 2 is the Hebrew word “Adonay” meaning “Sovereign” an affectionate name for God his Master. God inspired David to use three names of God because this psalm is also a Prophesy Psalm. Apostle Peter quoted part of this Psalm during the first Pentecost (Acts 2:27) and Apostle Paul also quoted this when the Roman soldiers rescued him from almost being killed at the temple (Acts 13:35). The Holy Spirit inspired them to see that God was referring to Jesus’ resurrection from death.
Jesus is my refuge. He saves from the grave. He gives me an inheritance. Jesus is my inheritance. As Jesus rose from the grave so will I. I take refuge in Jesus. Those who run after other gods will forever reap sorrow. I will forever reap the joy of my Lord and my God, El YHWY Adonay.
