Wherefore doth the wicked contemn God? he hath said in his heart, Thou wilt not require it.
When you see fraud and violence running wild, when wicked men prosper and fear nothing, do not think yourself alone in this trial. David faced it; the patriarchs faced it. Look into this mirror and be comforted that the Church has always wrestled with such darkness. But do not merely complain to the air, go to God, for only He can remedy such disorder.
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Commenting on Psalm 10:1-18
In these verses the description of the wicked is condensed, and the evil of his character traced to its source, viz., atheistical ideas with regard to the government of the world. We may at once perceive that this is intended to be another urgent plea with the Lord to show his power, and reveal his justice.
God must arise and lift up His hand, making His presence known in this lower world, for the wicked boast that He has forgotten the afflicted. Disable the oppressor's strength; let all his hidden wickedness be brought to light and brought to account until nothing of his evil designs remains unreckoned. None of his deeds shall go unpunished.
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Commenting on Psalm 10:12-18