Psalm 62 – Resting in God Alone

Text: Psalm 62

Psalm 62 is a psalm of quiet confidence. David is surrounded by trouble, opposition, and uncertainty, yet instead of panic, fear, or revenge, he turns his heart toward God and declares:

“Truly my soul waiteth upon God: from him cometh my salvation.” (Psalm 62:1)

The world tells us to trust in ourselves, our finances, our abilities, or other people. David teaches us a different lesson: God alone is our refuge.

Waiting Quietly Before God

One of the hardest things for believers to do is wait.

We live in a world that wants instant answers, instant success, and instant solutions. Yet God often works in seasons. He does not always move as quickly as we would like, but He is never late.

David says his soul waits silently before God. This is not the silence of despair but the silence of trust. It is the quiet confidence that says:

“Lord, I do not understand everything, but I trust You.”

Faith is often demonstrated not by how loudly we speak, but by how patiently we wait.

God Is Our Rock

Several times David calls God his rock, his salvation, and his fortress.

A rock does not move when storms come.

Winds may blow.
Rain may fall.
Floods may rise.

Yet the rock remains.

Life can bring unexpected storms:

• Illness
• Family difficulties
• Financial pressures
• Disappointments
• Loneliness

But when our foundation is Christ, we can stand firm even when everything around us seems uncertain.

The believer’s security is not found in changing circumstances but in an unchanging God.

Trusting God When People Fail

David knew what it was to be betrayed.

Some spoke kindly to him while secretly plotting against him. Human beings can disappoint us. Friends may fail us. Leaders may fail us. Even family members can let us down.

Yet David did not become bitter.

Instead, he lifted his eyes higher and trusted in the Lord.

When people fail us, God remains faithful.

When promises are broken, His promises stand.

When doors close, He remains the God who opens doors no man can shut.

Pour Out Your Heart Before Him

Psalm 62:8 says:

“Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us.”

What wonderful words!

God invites us to come honestly before Him.

You do not need polished prayers.

You can bring:

• Your fears
• Your worries
• Your tears
• Your disappointments
• Your questions

The Lord already knows what is in your heart, and He invites you to bring it to Him.

The safest place for a troubled heart is in the presence of God.

Do Not Trust in Riches

David warns against placing confidence in wealth and earthly gain.

Money has its place, but it cannot buy:

• Peace
• Forgiveness
• Salvation
• Eternal life

Many have gained the whole world and yet lost their joy.

The things of this world are temporary, but God’s kingdom is eternal.

The Christian’s hope is not in what he possesses but in whom he belongs to.

Power and Mercy Belong to God

The psalm ends with two great truths:

“Power belongeth unto God.”

God is able.

There is no problem too difficult.
No burden too heavy.
No circumstance beyond His control.

Then David says:

“Also unto thee, O Lord, belongeth mercy.”

The God who has all power also has all mercy.

If God had power without mercy, we would fear Him.

If He had mercy without power, He could not help us.

But our God possesses both perfect power and perfect love.

Conclusion

Psalm 62 teaches us to stop leaning upon the things that cannot hold us and to rest in the One who never fails.

When troubles come:

• Wait upon God.
• Trust in God.
• Pour out your heart before God.
• Rest upon the Rock that cannot be moved.

The world may shake, but the believer can stand secure because his refuge is not found in circumstances—it is found in the Lord.

“My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him.” (Psalm 62:5)

Amen. May the Lord bless you indeed.

GOD IS A GOOD GOD

GOD KNOWS GOD LOVES GOD CARES

Written for georgeswebministries

6th June 2026