Even when surrounded by enemies, David places his trust in God. In Psalm 3, when fleeing from Absalom, David refers to God as his shield and his sustainer. By trusting in God, David would “not be afraid of many thousands of people”.
In Psalm 4, David continues to thank and praise God. He writes “you have put more joy in my heart than have they when their grain and wine abound”. As someone who loves fresh bread or a glass of red, this idea really resonates with me. God can provide joy far greater than food or drink ever can!
God is our refuge from the world, He makes us feel safe and secure. Psalm 5 concludes “but let all who take refuge in you rejoice… for you bless the righteous, O LORD; you cover him with favour as with a shield”.