2 Samuel 22:26-35

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 22:31

( Psalms 18:30 ) God's way, Word, and defence. "I can overcome all opposition in and with my God" ( 2 Samuel 22:30 ); for: 1 . His way is perfect. His providential dealings, especially in leading his servant forward in the conflict. Although ofttimes mysterious and different from what might have been expected, it is marked by perfect rectitude, perfect wisdom, perfect love; and is exactly adapted to effect his holy and beneficent purposes ( Job 23:8-10 ; Psalms 77:19 ; ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 22:31

Perfection of God's way and Word. These words may be regarded as a brief summary of the lessons which David had learned from his varied experiences and meditations. They are the perfection of God's way, the unmixed truth of his Word, and the safety of all who flee to him for protection. I. THE PERFECTION OF GOD 'S WAY . "His way is perfect." This is true of all his proceedings, in every department of his operations. His ways in nature are to a large extent inscrutable; but we... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 22:31-51

The facts are: 1 . David asserts the exclusive perfection of God. 2 . He states that his strength and power are from God, and that God teaches him to move and act with advantage in times of war and difficulty. 3 . He refers to the help received through the graciousness of God, and the fact that thereby he was able to subdue all his enemies. 4 . He alludes to the subjugation of the people to himself as the consequence of Divine help, and looks on to further triumphs over... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 22:32

Jehovah the only God, the only Rock. David's experience of what Jehovah his God had been to him impels him triumphantly to contrast him with all other that men called gods. I. JEHOVAH ALONE IS GOD . David was thinking of the idols worshipped by the nations around, which had proved themselves unable to protect their worshippers from his victorious arms. The question may be asked as to all other idols, and all persons and things that men serve as if they were gods—self, wealth,... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 22:32-34

"For who is God, save Jehovah? And who is a rock, save our God? God is my strong Fortress, And he guideth the perfect in his way. He maketh my feet like the hinds, And upon my high places he cloth set me." God ; Hebrew, El; the Mighty One, used several times in this psalm. In the second clause the word is Elohim, the ordinary name of God. The psalmist's question is a strong assertion that Jehovah alone is God, and that he alone is a Rock of safety for his people. He guideth,... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 22:33

God is my Strength. "The God who girdeth me with strength" ( Psalms 18:32 ). Physical strength is derived from God. Much more is spiritual. It is obtained through faith. And every believer may say, "His strength is mine." Thereby: 1 . I live— live unto God, "soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world" ( Titus 2:12 ; Hebrews 2:4 ; Galatians 2:20 ). 2 . I stand —stand fast in temptation, attack, danger ( Romans 14:4 ; 2 Corinthians 1:24 ; Philippians 4:1 ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 22:33

Divine protection and guidance. The experience of David, and the purpose of the psalm, naturally lead to repetition of declarations and images descriptive of the protection and guidance which had been vouchsafed to him. They are not unsuitable to record the convictions and feelings of every good man as he reviews the past and anticipates the future. This verse in the Revised Version reads, "God is my strong Fortress, and he guideth the perfect in his way." I. GOD IS OUR STRONG ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Samuel 22:35-37

"He teaeheth my hands to war; And mine arms can bend a bow of bronze. And thou hast given me thy saving shield; And thy hearing of me hath made me great. Thou hast enlarged my steps under me; And my feet have not slipped." Bow of bronze. In Job 20:24 we also read of bows made of this metal, or compound of metals, which was a far more ancient material for weapons than steel. The bending of such a bow was proof of great strength, and the last artifice of Penelope, to save herself... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - 2 Samuel 22:1-51

Two psalms (22:1-23:7)The first of these two psalms was written by David to celebrate his victories over his enemies. Later it was put to music for use in the temple services and appears in the book of Psalms as Psalms 18:0.David began the psalm by praising God who constantly answered his prayers and saved him from death (22:1-7). God displayed his mighty power in earthquakes, wind, rain, lightning, thunder and darkness (8-16), and sometimes he used these forces to save David from his enemies... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - 2 Samuel 22:27

show Thyself unsavoury = show Thyself ready to contend. unsavoury = a wrestler. Compare Psalms 18:26 . read more

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