When Strangers Rise Against You, God Is Near (Psalm 54) | Charles Spurgeon
Deep Dive into The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon - Psalm 54Psalm 54 is a Maschil intended for teaching and edification, written by David when the Ziphims betrayed him to King Saul to curry favor. The psalm is set to stringed instruments, reflecting the variety needed in congregational praise. Structurally, the work is divided by a Selah; the first three verses contain David’s plea for help, while the latter verses constitute a hymn of triumph. David begins by appealing to God’s name and strength for justice, seeking refuge when all earthly support has failed. He stresses that vocal…
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