Season 3, Episode 8 — Psalm 52: Trust in Troubles

Psalm 52 — with context from 1 Samuel 22:9–19

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We kick off today’s episode with some life updates—what’s been happening in ministry, at home, and yes… on the grill! A warm, lighthearted start before diving deep into Scripture.

Today, we explore Psalm 52, a powerful reminder that even when evil seems to prosper, God remains sovereign and trustworthy. We pair this psalm with its historical setting in 1 Samuel 22:9–19, where betrayal and injustice run deep.

Scriptures Referenced:

• Psalm 52
• 1 Samuel 22:9–19
• 2 Corinthians
• 1 Timothy
• Titus
• Joshua 24:15

Breakdown of Psalm 52:

1. Verses 1–4 — David’s Description of the Enemy’s Sin

• A portrait of arrogance, deceit, and destructive speech.

1. Verses 5–7 — David’s Description of God’s Punishment

• God will uproot the wicked; justice is certain even when delayed.

1. Verses 8–9 — David’s Trust in God

• Instead of despair, David chooses steadfast trust—rooted like an olive tree in the house of God.

Join us next week as we fire up the smokers and look at Psalm 54: Help From Above—an episode filled with flavor, Scripture, and faith.