What does Psalm 62:3 mean?

David trusted in God for strength (Psalms 62:1–2). David's enemies, however, perceived him as weak and vulnerable. Walls and fences are meant to be upright. When they lean, it's a sign of collapse or weakness. Smashing into a straight, solid wall is rarely a good idea. When that wall is tilted, however, a heavy blow might be enough to knock it over. The same is true of a fence; when the posts start to tip over, it's no longer solidly fixed in the ground. David's enemies believe they can defeat him, like men who attack a weakened wall hoping to bring it down (Psalm 62:4). This can imply either physical attacks or lies and slander meant to ruin David's reputation.

At times a believer may feel insecure, weak, and vulnerable. Yet God's people can trust in the omnipotent Lord for strength and security. The apostle Paul trusted in the Lord during hard times as well as in good times. He testified, "I can do all things through him who strengthens me" (Philippians 4:13). In his first letter to the Ephesians, Paul tells them they are involved in spiritual warfare, and he exhorts them to "be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might" (Ephesians 6:10).