Psalm 20
Theme
The Assurance of God's Saving Work
Outline
1-5, Blessings on the Coming King 6-8, The Lord Will Save His Messiah 9, God Save the King
Key Verse
(20:7) Some trust in chariots, and some in horses; but we will remember the name of the LORD our God. (20:1) May the LORD answer you in the day of trouble; may the name of the God of Jacob defend you;
Notes
Psalm 20 consists of prayers by David for a future king from his lineage, asking God to bless and support him. The first section (20:1–5) contains specific blessings, while the second (20:6–8) expresses David's confidence in God's salvation. The psalm concludes with a prayer for the king's salvation, summarizing both the blessings and the assurance of God's response to David's prayers.