Before you read the commentary, listen to these songs “O God, you are my God” by Chris Tomlin and “Be Thou My Vision” by 4Him.
Unlike the previous psalms, Psalm 63 presents David in a praising mood. Maybe this is a fulfillment of the promises made in the previous psalms to praise God for who He is. Like the other psalms, Psalm 63 shows David in the wilderness possibly during the time of Saul or the rebellion of Absalom.
Verses 1-4-David praises God and informs us of how much he needs God. Water was sparse in the wilderness. Any water would be a blessing. David considers God as greater and more important than life-giving water. He would gladly exchange this life for the life to come. Jesus explains in Matthew 5.6 that those people who have this desire that David has will be satisfied both in this life and in the life to come. Other psalms reflect the desire of David’s heart (Psalm 27.4; 28.2; 42.2, 8; 138.2; and 143.6). Where is the desire of your heart?
Verses 5-8-David again offers his praise to God for what He has done and for who He is. What are your habits in this area? David offers God praise and prayers during the night when he finds it hard to sleep. What are your habits? The picture of God protecting us in the “shadow of His wings” is a commonly used metaphor of David (Psalm 17.8; 36.7; 57.1; 61.4; and 91.4)
Verses 9-11-David understands the fate of those who reject God’s way. He also understands it is his duty to rejoice in God and live a life that will shine light on the sin of those around him.
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