About the time one problem is solved, another one begins. That’s the situation David found himself in when he wrote this Psalm. He was leading one battle and praying about another. In your own battles, seek to imitate Davids for responses in this song.

First, his surveys the situation (vv.1-3). David always look at situations through the eyes of a poet. David thinks God will prevent the Moabites from invading the land, but He allows them to come in. David then asked the Lord to forgive and restore the people and stop the flood. The cup of wrath, of judgement, has come. David looks at the situation and say, “Can things get any worse?.”

Second, he lifts the banner of God’s truth (vv.4-5). David lift the banner of God’s truth. That is one of God’s name: “The-Lord-Is-My-Banner” (Ex.17:15). David was capable, but he was depending on God’s right hand. The Lord rallies His troops around His banner.

Third, he listen to the Commander (vv.6-8). David knew he was second in command, for God was the leader of the armies of Israel. David knew he didn’t have to be afraid. He rested in the victory of the Lord.

Finally, he launches out by faith (vv.9-12). David says, I don’t have any confidence in myself (Psalm.118:8). God has to lead me to victory. Almighty God always goes before us. He gives us help and the victory.

On whose strength you draw, the Lord’s or your own, will determine victory or defeat.

We need to realise that even though there are problems, struggles and battles in life, God still loves us. If you let him lead, he will take you to victory.