Psalms 3
1 LORD, how are they increased that trouble me! many are they that rise up against me.
2 Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God. Selah.
3 But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.
4 I cried unto the LORD with my voice, and he heard me out of his holy hill. Selah.
5 I laid me down and slept; I awaked; for the LORD sustained me.
6 I will not be afraid of ten thousands of people, that have set themselves against me round about.
7 Arise, O LORD; save me, O my God: for thou hast smitten all mine enemies upon the cheek bone; thou hast broken the teeth of the ungodly.
8 Salvation belongeth unto the LORD: thy blessing is upon thy people. Selah.
Common Questions About Psalms 3
What is the setting of Psalm 3?
Psalm 3 is a psalm of David written when he fled from his son Absalom, expressing trust in God as a shield despite being surrounded by many enemies.
What confidence does David express?
David says he can lie down and sleep because the Lord sustains him, and he will not fear even tens of thousands set against him.
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Questions to Think About
- What 'enemies' or fears keep you from resting peacefully as David describes?
- How does trusting God as your shield change your response to opposition?
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