When my enemies turn back, they stumble and perish before your presence.
The title refers to the tune itself, not some historical victory, the disputes over which battle David celebrates here are pointless. Yes, he gives thanks for God's power, but read the whole psalm as prayer: he recalls former deliverances to lift his heart toward confidence that God will do the same against these new enemies rising before him.
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Commenting on Psalm 9:1-20
God's presence is enough to shatter our fiercest enemies utterly; they cannot escape Him when He pursues them. Give all the glory to Him whose presence gives the victory, and make the triumphs of the Redeemer your own triumphs, rejoicing at the total ruin of all His foes.
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Praise God with your whole heart, not your lips alone, let sincerity and fervor mark it. When one mercy moves you, remember all His former works together. Your joy must pass through the gift and end in the Giver only, never linger on the gift itself. Such joy speaks naturally in song.
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Commenting on Psalm 9:1-10