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I will not be afraid of tens of thousands of people Who have set themselves against me on every side.

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Courage Is a Gift from God

Commentators agree that David's declaration of fearlessness was not based on his own bravery or a denial of the danger. Instead, it was a direct result of his trust in God's sustaining power. Having experienced God's protection through a peaceful night's sleep (v. 5), his faith was renewed, allowing him to face an overwhelming number of enemies with confidence rooted in God alone.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Psalms 3:1–8

18th Century

Theologian

A Psalm of David - This phrase literally means "belonging to David"; that is, it signifies him as the author. This title is marked in the He…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Psalms 3:6

19th Century

Bishop

That have set themselves — that is, have arrayed themselves as for battle. (See 1 Kings 20:12.)

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Psalm 3:6–7

19th Century

Preacher

They were like fierce lions threatening to devour him. They had already torn him in malice. God came and struck them on the jaw, so that they lost …

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John Calvin

John Calvin

On Psalms 3:5–6

16th Century

Theologian

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…

John Gill

John Gill

On Psalms 3:6

17th Century

Pastor

I will not be afraid of ten thousands of the people
David was a man of courage from his youth; the instances of his …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Psalms 3:4–8

17th Century

Minister

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 …

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