Psalms 3
A psalm of David fleeing Absalom. Despite enemies surrounding him, David declares God as his shield and sustainer. He sleeps peacefully because the Lord sustains him, demonstrating trust in desperate circumstances.
A Psalm of David, when he fled from his son Absalom.
O LORD, how my foes have increased! How many rise up against me!
Many say of me, “God will not deliver him.” Selah
But You, O LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, and the One who lifts my head.
To the LORD I cry aloud, and He answers me from His holy mountain. Selah
I lie down and sleep; I wake again, for the LORD sustains me.
I will not fear the myriads set against me on every side.
Arise, O LORD! Save me, O my God! Strike all my enemies on the jaw; break the teeth of the wicked.
Salvation belongs to the LORD; may Your blessing be on Your people. Selah
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