Psalm 7
There is a perception or accusation that Christianity is weak. People imagine that because as disciples we do not seek revenge and turn the other cheek, we are soft and weak. They also accuse the God of Christianity as being a weakling because He wants men to repent, and He doesn't desire the destruction of those who hate Him. The characterization of a passive God and a non-assertive disciple gives some the feeling that we have a pushover faith.
But verse 6 tells a different story. It tells of an appointed judgment. Think about it: no one hates the evil done to the innocent more than God. Even if I gave full vent to my fury, it would be nothing compared to God's holy wrath. Also, it takes greater strength to hold back or save up wrath than to let it go. The person who feels he must express his rage immediately is in fact very weak. God's patience and Christian self-control are markers of great power. If we think about it, restrained wrath is more terrifying than expressed rage. In the coming judgment, there is perfect justice. Verses 14 to 16 tells how every crime receives justice.
“Grant me, Lord, the faith and patience to wait for Your perfect justice. AMEN”
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