What is the meaning of Psalm 58:11? Then men will say - The Psalm pictures a moment after God has acted decisively against wicked rulers (Psalm 58:10). When His justice becomes visible, “men”—ordinary onlookers—cannot stay silent. - Similar scenes: • Exodus 14:31 — “When Israel saw the great power that the LORD had exercised against the Egyptians, the people feared the LORD and believed in Him.” • Psalm 64:9 — “Then all mankind will fear and proclaim the work of God; they will ponder what He has done.” • Revelation 15:3–4 — Nations break into song when God’s judgments are revealed. - God’s judgments are meant to be seen, producing confession and praise in those who witness them. There is surely a reward for the righteous! - The word “surely” underscores certainty; God’s people can bank on His promises. - Two dimensions of reward: • Present: inner peace (Isaiah 32:17), protection (Psalm 34:15), fruitfulness (Psalm 1:3). • Future: resurrection life (Daniel 12:2–3), eternal inheritance (Matthew 25:34), “a better and lasting possession” (Hebrews 10:34). - Scripture threads: • Proverbs 11:18 — “He who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.” • Matthew 5:12 — “Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven.” • Hebrews 11:6 — “He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.” - The righteous are not left wondering; God’s character guarantees follow-through. There is surely a God who judges the earth! - The second “surely” affirms that judgment is not theoretical. God actively governs history. - Key reminders: • Genesis 18:25 — “Will not the Judge of all the earth do right?” • Psalm 75:7 — “It is God who judges; He brings one down, He exalts another.” • Acts 17:31 — God “has set a day when He will judge the world with justice by the Man He has appointed.” • Revelation 20:12 — final, comprehensive judgment. - God’s judgments are: • Universal — no corner of the earth escapes. • Righteous — perfectly aligned with His holiness. • Timely — sometimes swift (Acts 5:1-11), sometimes delayed (2 Peter 3:9), but always certain. - Knowing this anchors believers in a world that often celebrates injustice. summary Psalm 58:11 assures us that when God’s justice breaks in, the watching world must acknowledge two unshakable truths: the righteous will indeed be rewarded, and God truly judges the earth. These certainties encourage steadfast obedience today and joyful anticipation of the ultimate unveiling of His righteous rule. |
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