Psa 35:1 | MHM | STEP | David’s Prayer Against His Enemies In this psalm, David describes the constant trouble and danger he faces from his enemies. Even though he is following God’s will and doing what is right, there are people who fight against him and try to harm him. They plot against his life, spread traps for him, and use all their power to make him fail. David feels weak compared to them, especially since King Saul has so much authority and resources. Still, David puts his case before God, knowing that God sees the truth and judges fairly. He turns to God for help, trusting that God can save him when people are unfair and cruel. v. 1–3 : David asks God to defend him. He says, Plead my cause, O Lord , with them that strive with me: fight against them that fight against me (Psalm 35:1 ). David asks God to be like a warrior, using shield and armor to protect him, and to stop his enemies from catching him. He also wants God to comfort his soul by saying, I am thy salvation (Psalm 35:3 ).

‏ Psalms 35:1

David’s Prayer Against His Enemies

In this psalm, David describes the constant trouble and danger he faces from his enemies. Even though he is following God’s will and doing what is right, there are people who fight against him and try to harm him. They plot against his life, spread traps for him, and use all their power to make him fail. David feels weak compared to them, especially since King Saul has so much authority and resources. Still, David puts his case before God, knowing that God sees the truth and judges fairly. He turns to God for help, trusting that God can save him when people are unfair and cruel.

v. 1–3: David asks God to defend him. He says, Plead my cause, O Lord, with them that strive with me: fight against them that fight against me (Psalm 35:1 ^a). David asks God to be like a warrior, using shield and armor to protect him, and to stop his enemies from catching him. He also wants God to comfort his soul by saying, I am thy salvation (Psalm 35:3 ^b).