Psalm 10

The contrast between verse 1 and verse 17 couldn't be any more dramatic. The hopelessness that opened the psalm evaporates as the singer concludes his song. The sorrow of neglect is replaced with the reassurance of divine support. I wonder if the prayer was answered or if God's presence was recognized in the words of praise? Did the psalmist's enemies fall down before him or did the power of God's Spirit open his eyes to the persistence of God's presence? Was victory realized or did faith take over; trusting in God's perfect timing?
Stuart