In one of the lengthier psalms, David extolled all that the Lord had done for him. The Lord “saved” him (Psa. 18:3), “heard” him (18:6), “flew upon the wings of the wind” for him (18:10), “thundered from heaven” for him (18:13), “took” him (18:16), “drew” him out of danger (18:16), “delivered” him from the enemy (18:17, 43, 48, 50), “supported” him (18:18), “delighted” in him” (18:19), “rewarded” him (18:20, 24), “enlightened” him (18:28), “shielded” him (18:30), “armed” him with strength (18:32, 39), “held” him up (18:35-36), “avenged” him (18:47), “lifted” him up “above” the strife (18:48) and showed him “mercy” (18:50).
There was NO doubt in David’s mind that “The Lord lives!” (18:46). That was not a Bible fact he had memorized! It was a reality that he had experienced! Knowing that the Lord lives could only lead to one natural response: “Bless” the Lord…“Exalt” the Lord…“Give thanks” to the Lord…“Sing praises” to the Lord (18:46-49)! Do you know the Lord lives? Is this your natural and daily response toward Him?