Psalm 1 and 2 seem to be opposites in terms of the Law. The man living by Psalm 1 delights in the Law and he then is compared to a tree going by streams of waters which yields its fruit in season. Whatever Psalm 1 man does prospers. Psalm 2 people gather together and plot in vain against the Lord. The Lord does not think much of their plans in fact He laughs at them. The people defy the Law of the Lord again and again but He reminds that His King is already in place on Zion.
Its interesting that first psalms are such opposites. Or rather that wickedness talked about in Psalm 1 is ever present in the second Psalm. The people of this day had a choice... Would they delight in or defy the Law?
I like to watch crime shows and movies that narrate the story of how defectives work to solve many different types of heinous crimes. Usually, I watch these shows at night without any of the lights on. I snuggle under a blanket to enjoy an hour or two of entertainment. Sometimes when the show is done, I am the only one up in my house and must go around and lock all the doors. This involves going past a lot of windows which are suddenly quite scary after watching serial killers and robbers attack their victims. Needless to say my eyes are quick to spot anything that moves outside and hear anything unusual. After I have made my way downstairs to my room I make sure to tuck the covers around me in real snug (like a baby in their swaddling clothes). Somehow this makes me feel safe and able to nod off to sleep.
This is my story of refuge. It pails in comparison to the refuge that God provides us. Blessed is the man who finds his protection, strength, and dwelling place in the Lord. For He alone is my refuge.
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