Psalm 108
Theme
With God We Shall Do Valiantly
Outline
1-6, David Encourages Himself to Praise God 7-13, He Prays for Help Against His Enemies
Key Verse
(108:1) O God, my heart is steadfast; I will sing and give praise, even with my glory.
Notes
Psalm 108 is composed entirely of sections from Psalms 57 and 60, with some minor textual differences. It begins with David praising Yahweh, followed by a call for divine glory and deliverance for Israel. The psalm then emphasizes God's ownership of the land and His power to conquer nations. Finally, David pleads for victory. The structure reveals a thematic chiasm, highlighting praise, divine glory, ownership, and a plea for triumph, illustrating a balanced movement throughout the psalm.