False Accusations, Fierce Enemies, and a Faithful God

[David]

My shield is with God, who saves the upright in heart. ~ Psalms 7:10

In a world that increasingly mocks truth and targets those who stand for righteousness, Psalm 7 reminds us that we are not alone, and we are not powerless. David’s cry in this psalm is raw and real. He is slandered, hunted, and falsely accused, and he takes it all straight to God. He doesn’t fight back with lies or revenge. He pleads for God’s justice and asks for protection, because he knows that only God can truly defend the innocent and judge the wicked.

David says, “O LORD my God, in thee do I put my trust: save me from all them that persecute me, and deliver me” (Psalm 7:1). That kind of desperate faith is exactly what we need today. If you belong to Christ and are living for Him, you will face opposition (2 Timothy 3:12). It may be verbal attacks, false accusations, or even physical danger. But the Lord is not blind to it. He is not passive. “The eyes of the LORD are upon the righteous, and his ears are open unto their cry” (Psalm 34:15).

David didn’t pretend he was perfect. He invited God to search him: “If there be iniquity in my hands… let the enemy persecute my soul” (Psalm 7:3–5). But having a clear conscience before God, he knew he could boldly ask for help. That’s key. If we are walking uprightly, we can cry out with confidence. “My defence is of God, which saveth the upright in heart” (Psalm 7:10). That’s not self-righteousness. That’s trusting in the righteousness of God and walking in obedience.

And let’s be clear, God will judge the wicked. Psalm 7:11 says, “God judgeth the righteous, and God is angry with the wicked every day.” He sees the lies, the persecution, the schemes of the enemy. They may prosper for a season, but their end is coming. God “hath bent his bow,” and if they do not repent, they will fall into the very trap they set for others (Psalm 7:12–15). That’s not just poetic language, that’s divine justice.

For those of us who are feeling the pressure, Psalm 18:2 reminds us, “The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust.” And Isaiah 54:17 declares, “No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper.”

When slander comes, when persecution strikes, when fear creeps in, don’t retaliate in the flesh. Run to God. Cry out to Him. Ask Him to fight for you. “Call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me” (Psalm 50:15).

The God who delivered David is the same God who watches over you. He doesn’t forget the righteous. He doesn’t ignore injustice. He is your shield. So trust Him, cry out to Him, and hold the line in faith.

“I will praise the LORD according to his righteousness: and will sing praise to the name of the LORD most high” (Psalm 7:17).

Keep standing. Keep praying. Keep trusting. God is still on the throne.