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Genesis 29:32,33
And Leah conceived, and bare a son, and she called his name Reuben: for she said, Surely the LORD hath looked upon my affliction; now therefore my husband will love me…

Exodus 2:24,25
And God heard their groaning, and God remembered his covenant with Abraham, with Isaac, and with Jacob…

Exodus 3:7,8
And the LORD said, I have surely seen the affliction of my people whichare in Egypt, and have heard their cry by reason of their taskmasters; for I know their sorrows; …

affliction.

Deuteronomy 23:5
Nevertheless the LORD thy God would not hearken unto Balaam; but the LORD thy God turned the curse into a blessing unto thee, because the LORD thy God loved thee.

Isaiah 27:7
Hath he smitten him, as he smote those that smote him?or is he slain according to the slaughter of them that are slain by him?

Matthew 5:11,12
Blessed are ye, whenmen shall revile you, and persecuteyou, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake…

and repay me with good
David expresses hope that God will transform his current suffering into a blessing. This reflects a common biblical theme where God turns situations of hardship into opportunities for growth and blessing, as seen in the story of Joseph inGenesis 50:20. The idea of divine recompense is also echoed in the New Testament, where believers are encouraged to endure suffering with the hope of future reward (Romans 8:18). David's faith in God's justice and goodness is evident, trusting that God will ultimately bring about a positive outcome.

for the cursing I receive today.
The "cursing" refers to the verbal abuse David receives from Shimei, a member of Saul's family, as he flees Jerusalem. In the cultural context of ancient Israel, cursing was a serious offense, often believed to invoke divine judgment. However, David's response is one of humility and patience, choosing not to retaliate. This attitude is reminiscent of Jesus Christ, who taught and exemplified love for enemies and non-retaliation (Matthew 5:44). David's acceptance of the cursing can also be seen as an acknowledgment of his own past sins, particularly his actions involving Bathsheba and Uriah, and a submission to God's sovereign will.

• David speaks from a place of humble submission. He hopes, but never presumes, upon God’s favor (cf.2 Samuel 15:25-26, “If I find favor in the eyes of the LORD, He will bring me back”).

• Hope is anchored in God’s unchanging character; the “perhaps” shows faith that trusts even when outcomes are uncertain (Psalm 39:7;James 4:13-15).

• By invoking the covenant name “LORD,” David rests in God’s faithfulness demonstrated throughout Israel’s history (Deuteronomy 7:9;Psalm 33:18-22).

• David believes God’s eyes are on the hurting. Scripture repeatedly affirms that God “has seen the affliction of My people” (Exodus 3:7) and that “the eyes of the LORD are on the righteous” (Psalm 34:15).

• Personal trials—exile, betrayal, the taunts of Shimei—are not invisible to heaven (Psalm 142:3-4).

• God’s watchful care invites patience rather than retaliation (Romans 12:17-19).

• David anticipates divine reversal: evil turned to blessing, as Joseph experienced (Genesis 50:20).

• The confidence echoes promises such as “The LORD will redeem His servants” (Psalm 34:22) and “All things work together for good” (Romans 8:28).

• Repayment “with good” points forward to the cross, where ultimate injustice becomes redemptive triumph (1 Peter 2:23-24).

• Shimei’s curses (2 Samuel 16:5-8) embody verbal persecution. David endures, echoing the Messiah who “was reviled yet did not retaliate” (1 Peter 2:23).

• Scripture assures blessing for those insulted for righteousness (Matthew 5:11-12).

• David refuses to answer curse with curse, trusting that God “will bless, and no one can revoke it” (Numbers 23:20; cf.1 Peter 3:9).

David, unjustly cursed, looks past the moment to the LORD who sees, judges, and ultimately blesses. His humble “perhaps” models trust without presumption. By leaving vindication to God, David reflects a heart confident that the Sovereign Judge can transform present affliction into future good—an assurance still given to every believer who endures mistreatment for righteousness’ sake.