Psalm 62
Psalm 62 Meaning
Psalm 62 is a psalm of stillness and trust. For God alone the soul waits in silence, for He alone is the rock, salvation, and fortress, so the believer will not be greatly shaken.
It warns against trusting in extortion or riches, and reminds us that power and steadfast love both belong to God.
Key verses from Psalm 62
“Truly my soul waiteth upon God: from him cometh my salvation.”
Psalm 62:1
“He only is my rock and my salvation; he is my defence; I shall not be greatly moved.”
Psalm 62:2
“My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him.”
Psalm 62:5
“Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah.”
Psalm 62:8
How Psalm 62 points to Jesus
Jesus is the rock and salvation for whom the soul waits in silence. In Him alone we find the stability that wealth and human power can never give.