Psalm 35: Spurgeon's Insights

*Exegetical Insights*

Spurgeon observes that the psalmist was surrounded by enemies and pleads 
with God for protection, yet recognizes that divine assurance 
alone—God’s declaration “I am thy salvation”—removes his fears and 
strengthens him for conflict.[1] David knew where to turn during 
difficulty, having been slandered and opposed, and his primary petition 
was for God to speak an assuring word to his soul and serve as his 
champion.[2] This reveals the psalm’s structure: external threats prompt 
an internal cry for divine reassurance.

*Christological Insights*

Spurgeon emphasizes that from beginning to end, the “I AM” comprehends 
salvation, with Jesus—the “Man of sorrows”—being Jehovah himself, 
speaking to every soul seeking salvation with the words “I am thy 
salvation.”[3] The psalm’s language transcends David’s historical moment 
and points to Christ as the ultimate source of deliverance.

*Ecclesiastical Insights*

Spurgeon teaches that the body of Christ is unified through mutual 
intercession, with believers praying for one another’s conversion, 
welfare, growth, and usefulness.[4] He notes that David prayed for his 
enemies, and though his intercession didn’t produce the desired outcome, 
it returned to him with peace—demonstrating that prayer for those who 
oppose us benefits the praying community itself.[4] This suggests the 
psalm models the church’s posture of intercession amid opposition.

[1] C. H. Spurgeon, “Full Assurance,” in The Metropolitan Tabernacle 
Pulpit Sermons (London: Passmore & Alabaster, 1861), 289.
[2] C. H. Spurgeon, “Assurance Sought,” in The Metropolitan Tabernacle 
Pulpit Sermons (London: Passmore & Alabaster, 1917), 13.
[3] C. H. Spurgeon, “Soul Satisfaction,” in The Metropolitan Tabernacle 
Pulpit Sermons (London: Passmore & Alabaster, 1909), 146.
[4] C. H. Spurgeon, “Samuel: An Example of Intercession,” in The 
Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit Sermons (London: Passmore & Alabaster, 
1880), 278.



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against God (Colossians 2:14), and God validated this victory by raising 
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Thessalonians 1:10). This grace is freely given to all who place their 
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