Scott McKnight over at Jesus Creed has put up a commentary post on his blog about Psalm 119. In it he is equating God's protection not as a parent guarding a child, but as the one who keeps us from becoming evil and immoral. When we are surrounded by the rich who rob from the poor, the beautiful woman who seduces the married man, and the hypocritical religious fanatics whom lie to gain self-worth, God will shield us from falling victim to their trappings.
From His blog entry...
First, God is “my refuge” — the place where the psalmist hides.
Second, God is “my shield” — the place where one is protected from attack.
Third, it appears that his refuge and his shield are found in God’s Word (114b).
Fourth, therefore, since God is protecting him, the psalmist exhorts his opponents to keep their distance.
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