Psalm 14:1-7
14:1 David lived as a pioneer; through his faith in action and obedience to God, he established the kingdom of Israel against its adversaries. He was taunted by fierce enemies for his faith yet he held onto it.
14:2-3 David knew that God is vigilant for people with emphatic faith. God finds the people who are searching for Him. It occurred to David that no one was searching; each generation feels that way.
14:4-6 Yet it was ridiculous to David that so many were not in acknowledgement of God because God would be the one to defeat them. They chose unrighteousness instead of righteousness, and that decision would ruin them. Concurrently, the righteous would find a haven in Him.
14:7 David also knew that the people of the tribes of Israel would undergo discipline and captivity. It was necessary to restore their faith and character, but Israel would be glad for it. Their return to God would make that process, that at-times harrowing journey meaningful, and productive.
Sometimes we need to be reminded of our values. That difficult process of remembering brings us back to God.
