Chapter Context Psalm 3 finds its background in David’s flight from his rebellious son Absalom (2 Samuel 15—18: ). David had fled from the palace in Jerusalem and was hiding in the desert. This psalm is closely related to Psalm 4, both of which were written by David when he was a fugitive from Absalom.
“Psalm Chapter 3:1-8”
LORD, how many are my foes! How many rise up against me! Many are saying of me, “God will not deliver him.” But you, LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high. I call out to the LORD, and he answers me from his holy mountain. I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the LORD sustains me. I will not fear though tens of thousands assail me on every side. Arise, LORD! Deliver me, my God! Strike all my enemies on the jaw; break the teeth of the wicked. From the LORD comes deliverance. May your blessing be on your people.
Father God, the increasing violence and wickedness in this world and the terrors that seem to increasingly stalk my path have too often caused me to divert my attention onto my mounting problems instead of looking to Jesus and trusting Your word. Thank You that no matter what happens in this world You have promised to be with me, as my provider and protector – my defence and defender. Thank You for Your indwelling Holy Spirit. Thank You for Your peace that passes understanding. Thank You that I can rest in Your love and praise in Your holy name – and thank You that I have been brought into Your family by grace through faith in Jesus Christ’s Precious name I pray, Amen.
“I will not be afraid of ten thousands of people, that have set themselves against me round about.”
(Psalm 3:6)
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