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I laid myself down and slept. I awakened; for Yahweh sustains me.
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Peace in the Storm
Commentators emphasize that David's ability to sleep soundly while being hunted by thousands was not foolishness, but a supernatural peace. His rest was a direct result of entrusting his life and circumstances to God. This shows that true peace, even in the midst of crisis, is a gift from God that comes through faith and prayer.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
I laid me down and slept - Despite these troubles and dangers, I had such confidence that God hears prayer, and such calm trust in …
19th Century
Baptist
I awaked; for the LORD sustained me.
I was kept through the night…
16th Century
Protestant
According to Hebrew usage, these words, which are in the past tense, I laid me down and slept, are sometimes understood as referring to th…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
I laid me down and slept After the battle was over between Absalom's men and his, says Aben Ezra; but rather this was in the m…
Care and grief do us good when they lead us to pray to God earnestly. David had always found God ready to answer his prayers. Nothing can create a …
13th Century
Catholic
When he fled from the face of his son Absalom. 3:1 Why, O Lord, are they multiplied that afflict me? Many are they…
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