Psalm 60 is unusual because David didn’t write it in the midst of trouble. So many of his Psalms were written from a cave or a battlefield. But this psalm was written after a great victory. The army had achieved a tremendous victory in Edom for the people of God.

What do we learnt from this song?

We must be cautious after a victory — Some of God’s great people had the biggest defeat after their victory. Elijah won a great victory on Mount Carmel, and then he became discouraged and suffered a great defeat. We must be careful to win the victory after we have won the battle.

We are always caring God’s banner—We carry a banner of truth because we are standing for the Word of God. After we have won the victory, let’s not put down the banner. Let’s continue to carry it to the glory of God.

We must give God the glory—David gave God all of the glory for what He had done. It’s so easy after the victory to say, “This is what I have done.” Pride moves in, and that can lead to defeat.

One of your most wonder about times comes after God has given you a victory, for you may let down your guard. And the Devil stands poised to attack again. Always carry the banner of God and be sure to give Him the glory. Stay grounded in the truth of His Word and avoid entertaining any prideful thoughts. God deserves all the glory.