In the Lord I Take Refuge: Daily Devotions Through the Psalms with Dane Ortlund Psalm 7 - In You Do I Take Refuge
Dec 9, 2025
Dive into the powerful themes of Psalm 7, where David takes his complaints directly to God instead of defending himself. The discussion highlights his earnest plea for truth and mercy in judgment. Listeners are encouraged to embrace being wronged as a path to gospel freedom, echoing Christ's silent endurance of injustice. This reflection offers a compelling reminder of the transformative power of faith in the face of adversity.
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Judgment As Consolation
- The certainty of final judgment should comfort, not terrify, believers.
- Dane Ortlund says judgment invites deep consolation because of gospel mercy.
David’s Slander And Misunderstanding
- David has been slandered by a man of the tribe of Benjamin and mistreated by a fellow Israelite.
- Dane Ortlund uses this episode to show leaders and believers often face misunderstanding and injustice.
Refuse Public Vindication
- David refuses public self-exoneration and instead brings his case to God.
- Ortlund highlights David’s trust in divine judgment over human defense.