“A father of the fatherless, and a judge of the widows, is God in his holy habitation”
(Psalm 68:5).
Let’s examine the first portion of our verse. It is obvious God cares and helps the
helpless. I feel God being “a father of the fatherless” is just as prevalent today as in Bible times. Today more and more homes are without fathers and the children suffer. There is a need for men to step up and become good father figures. However, the greatest example is God. By faith the fatherless can receive healing and forgiveness from someone Who can show them what a real father’s love is like. This is a far cry from any abandonment and abuse the fatherless might have endured.
The widow is included in this verse because she is in need of being defended by a
righteous judge. She finds this in the Lord who will be there when she has no where else to turn.
Now to the last part of our verse. I had originally thought David was talking about a tangible dwelling place. In actuality, it is more about the essence or personality of God to take care of the weak and needy.
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Pray for the fathers in your church, asking the Father to make them examples of His care and concern.
