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May 27, 2004 · In praying for the financial ruin of his enemies and their family extinction, David was requesting God to act in accordance with the Mosaic covenant. David, like the prophet Jeremiah (Jer. 18:20-21), cried out to God, petitioning God to do what He had promised.
The video discusses the moral dilemma of praying for the destruction of enemies, using Psalm 55 as a focal point. It delves into whether it was acceptable for David, a spiritual figure, to pray for harm to befall his enemies. The analysis contrasts Old Testament attitudes with New Testament teachings on loving one’s enemies and highlights the ...
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When faced with enemies who sought to destroy him, David cried out to God to hear his prayers for help: “ Prayer for Protection against Oppressors. A Prayer of David. 1 Hear a just cause, Lord, give Your attention to my cry; listen to my prayer, which is not from deceitful lips.” (Ps. 17:1).
With the greater revelation of grace and truth that came by Jesus Christ, we understand that we are to pray for the good of our enemies, and not for their ruin. Yet, we remind ourselves that David refused to act upon these curses; he left vengeance up to God.
- Contend, O LORD, with those who contend with me; fight against those who fight against me!
- Take hold of shield and buckler. and rise for my help!
- Draw the spear and javelin. against my pursuers! Say to my soul, “I am your salvation!”
- Let them be put to shame and dishonor. who seek after my life! Let them be turned back and disappointed. who devise evil against me!
This Psalm was penned by David when he was slandered and persecuted by Saul and his stewards, as is manifest from the whole body of it. David prayeth for his own safety, Psalm 35:1,2, and his enemies’ destruction, Psalm 35:3-10; showeth their falsehood, and unthankfulness, and malice, Psalm 35:11-21.
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Aug 28, 2024 · When David prayed for God to shatter the teeth of his enemies, likening them to young lions pursuing him to his death, he was making the point that God is holy, righteous, and just, and He will ultimately judge the wicked for the evil they do.
