Psalm 3:5 - I wake again, because the LORD sustains me

I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the LORD sustains me.

I laid me down and slept; I awaked; for the LORD sustained me.

I lay down and slept; I awoke, for the LORD sustains me.

Psalm 3:5

Commentary

Given the stress that David faced, it is remarkable that he was able to enjoy a night's rest. This was possible only because of God's sustaining power. God's gift of rest may be given even in the most troubling times. I will not be afraid: When God is one's protector, there is no need to fear (23:4; 27:3; 118:6).

Radmacher, E. D., Allen, R. B., & House, H. W. (1999). Nelson's new illustrated Bible commentary (Ps 3:5-6). Nashville: T. Nelson Publishers.

Did you know?

Psalm 3 is an evening psalm that has given rise to the child's bedtime prayer, "Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray the Lord my soul to keep" (compare Ps. 3:5).

Word in life study Bible . 1997, c1996 (electronic ed.) (Ps 3:5). Nashville: Thomas Nelson.