What a relief it is to have the second Psalm to turn to when such sentiments emerge. Take refuge in the second Psalm when you are living righteously under poverty, lack, disease, and so on, while your neighbor is leading a wicked life among luxury, pleasure, and fortune. Take refuge in the second Psalm when you are facing persecution because of who you are or what you believe in. It is good to remember that even though Jesus said "Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness," (Matt. 5:10) he also said, "You must be born again." Take refuge in the second Psalm when you are struggling with sin in your own heart. The second Psalm provides comfort for anyone whose soul is not right with God. Remember, David was an adulterer, liar, and murderer, but he found forgiveness and mercy through Christ. Take refuge in the second Psalm when you are feeling alone or like nobody cares about you. Although this psalm was written by David, it is meant for us today as well. Even though he was king over Israel, warring nations, and had many servants who were much better at writing poems than he was, David still felt lonely and abandoned. He cried out to God and found hope. Take refuge in the second Psalm when you are dealing with grief over someone you love who has died.