This does not pose the moral problems of the previous psalm. Nonetheless it is a very complex psalm.
It was always recognised as a messianic psalm by the Jews and was quoted by Jesus himself (Matt 22:41-46). Jesus pointed out that it showed that the concept of the messiah as just a human descendant of David was limited. The messiah would be equal with God, hence the use of the term "the Lord said to my Lord".
This is a psalm of victory. His enemies will be made a footstool and He will reign in the midst of his enemies. More than that, His people will be willing on the day of battle.
There is more messianic stuff with the reference to the enigmatic priest Melchizedek. The messiah would be a priest and a warrior.
We then do get a reference to load of corpses, so maybe it does have similar problems to the previous psalm! There will be complete victory over the enemy.
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