The Book ofPsalms 3Chapter III 3

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Psalms 3United Kingdom of Israel

DavidKing of Israel, warrior-poet fleeing from his son. Set in Wilderness east of Jerusalem. David flees Jerusalem as his own son Absalom leads a rebellion to steal the throne. Surrounded by enemies and betrayed by family, the king who once faced Goliath now faces his darkest hour. Thousands have joined his son's cause, declaring that God has abandoned David forever.

Psalms 3:33:3

Read when: Read this when you feel surrounded by problems and even your closest relationships have turned against you.

1Yahweh, how my adversaries have increased! Many are those who rise up against me. 2Many there are who say of my soul, "There is no help for him in God." Selah. 3But you, Yahweh, are a shield around me, my glory, and the one who lifts up my head. 4I cry to Yahweh with my voice, and he answers me out of his holy hill. Selah. 5I laid myself down and slept. I awakened; for Yahweh sustains me. 6I will not be afraid of tens of thousands of people who have set themselves against me on every side. 7Arise, Yahweh! Save me, my God! For you have struck all of my enemies on the cheek bone. You have broken the teeth of the wicked. 8Salvation belongs to Yahweh. Your blessing be on your people. Selah. For the Chief Musician; on stringed instruments. A Psalm by David.

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