Psalms 57:2

I will cry unto God most high; unto God that performeth [all things] for me.

I will cry {H7121}{H8799)} unto God {H430} most high {H5945}; unto God {H410} that performeth {H1584}{H8802)} all things for me.

I call to God, the Most High, to God, who is accomplishing his purpose for me.

I cry out to God Most High, to God who fulfills His purpose for me.

I will cry unto God Most High, Unto God that performeth all things for me.

Commentary

Context

Psalm 57 is titled "A Michtam of David, when he fled from Saul in the cave." This superscription provides crucial historical context for David's desperate situation while fleeing from King Saul. In this precarious moment, likely hiding in a dark, confined space, David faces extreme danger and despair. Yet, his response is not merely fear, but a profound declaration of trust in God. Verse 2 immediately follows his plea for mercy in verse 1, establishing the direction of his faith and the object of his hope amidst overwhelming threats.

Key Themes

  • Divine Sovereignty and Providence: David addresses God as "most high," acknowledging His supreme authority and control over all circumstances. The phrase "performeth all things for me" speaks to God's active involvement and purposeful intervention in the life of the believer, bringing His plans to completion.
  • Absolute Trust in Adversity: Despite being hunted and in peril, David expresses unwavering confidence that God will act on his behalf. His "cry" is not one of mere desperation, but of fervent prayer rooted in the conviction of God's faithfulness and power.
  • God as the Ultimate Helper: This verse highlights God as the one true source of help and deliverance. David understands that his deliverance will not come from human effort or chance, but solely from God's sovereign hand.

Linguistic Insights

The phrase "God most high" is a translation of the Hebrew El Elyon (ืึตืœ ืขึถืœึฐื™ื•ึนืŸ). This ancient title for God emphasizes His supreme transcendence, power, and ultimate dominion over all creation. It signifies His unmatched sovereignty and authority, making Him the perfect one to appeal to in times of great need. The concept of El Elyon assures David that no earthly power, not even King Saul, can thwart God's ultimate purpose.

The Hebrew word for "performeth" is gamar (ื’ึธึผืžึทืจ), which means to complete, perfect, accomplish, or bring to pass. It carries the sense of bringing something to its destined end or fulfilling a purpose. So, when David says God "performeth all things for me," he is expressing confidence that God will finish what He starts, seeing His divine plan through to completion on David's behalf. This echoes the assurance found in Philippians 1:6 regarding God's faithfulness to complete His work in those He calls.

Practical Application

Psalms 57:2 offers immense encouragement for believers facing their own "caves" of distress, fear, or uncertainty. It reminds us that:

  • Prayer is Powerful: Like David, we are called to cry out to God, not just in general, but to the "God most high" who is fully capable of intervening in our circumstances.
  • God is in Control: Even when life feels chaotic and threatening, God remains sovereign. We can trust that He is actively working, "performing all things" according to His perfect will for our good and His glory.
  • Faith Leads to Assurance: David's declaration is a model of faith that looks beyond immediate dangers to the ultimate power and faithfulness of God. This verse invites us to rest in the assurance that God will bring His purposes to fruition in our lives, just as He did for David.
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Cross-References

  • Psalms 138:8

    The LORD will perfect [that which] concerneth me: thy mercy, O LORD, [endureth] for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands.

  • Philippians 1:6

    Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform [it] until the day of Jesus Christ:

  • Hebrews 13:21

    Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is wellpleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom [be] glory for ever and ever. Amen.

  • Isaiah 26:12

    ยถ LORD, thou wilt ordain peace for us: for thou also hast wrought all our works in us.

  • Psalms 136:2

    O give thanks unto the God of gods: for his mercy [endureth] for ever.

  • Psalms 136:3

    O give thanks to the Lord of lords: for his mercy [endureth] for ever.

  • Isaiah 57:15

    For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name [is] Holy; I dwell in the high and holy [place], with him also [that is] of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.
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