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Victory as Divine Approval
Commentators explain that David's absolute victory was more than military success; it was a clear sign of God's favor and the righteousness of his cause. John Calvin notes that while the wicked may seem to prosper temporarily, the final outcome reveals whom God truly supports. This teaches believers to see ultimate victory as a confirmation of God's justice and approval.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 18:38
18th Century
Theologian
I have wounded them...—I have so weakened them—so entirely prostrated them—that they were not able to rally again. This does not re…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 18:37–40
19th Century
Bishop
Another retrospective glance of the poet over his past wars. Notice slight variations in Samuel.
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 18:38–45
19th Century
Preacher
So it happened that the Philistines were afraid of David, and he delivered his people from the attacks of all invaders, and brought them that bless…
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John Calvin
On Psalms 18:37–40
16th Century
Theologian
The point on which David insists so much is showing from the outcome, that all his victories were to be traced to God's favor; and from this it fol…
John Gill
On Psalms 18:38
17th Century
Pastor
I have wounded them, that they were not able to rise
Which was not only true of the Amalekites, but of all with whom…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 18:29–50
17th Century
Minister
When we praise God for one mercy, we must also observe the many more with which we have been encompassed all our days. Many things had contributed …