Psalm 35

Powerful 21-Point Prayer on Psalm 35 for Divine Protection and Deliverance

Psalm 35 is one of the most powerful chapters in the Bible for invoking divine protection, deliverance from enemies, and spiritual breakthrough. When we align our prayers with Psalm 35, we stand firm on God’s promises to fight for us and deliver us from every adversary. This article provides a 21-point prayer based on Psalm 35, along with an overview, benefits, and key Bible verses for effective prayer.

Overview of Psalm 35

Psalm 35 is a prayer written by David during a time of intense opposition. In this psalm, David pleads for God’s intervention and deliverance from his enemies, asking the Lord to rise up and fight on his behalf. It is a psalm of divine justice, protection, and vindication. David trusts that God will rescue him and turn his mourning into rejoicing.

By praying Psalm 35, believers can activate divine help, protection from unseen forces, and victory over adversaries. It is also a psalm of encouragement that God is our ultimate defender and deliverer.

Psalm 35

1 Contend, Lord, with those who contend with me;
fight against those who fight against me.
2 Take up shield and armor;
arise and come to my aid.
3 Brandish spear and javelin
against those who pursue me.
Say to me,
“I am your salvation.”

4 May those who seek my life
be disgraced and put to shame;
may those who plot my ruin
be turned back in dismay.
5 May they be like chaff before the wind,
with the angel of the Lord driving them away;
6 may their path be dark and slippery,
with the angel of the Lord pursuing them.

7 Since they hid their net for me without cause
and without cause dug a pit for me,
8 may ruin overtake them by surprise—
may the net they hid entangle them,
may they fall into the pit, to their ruin.

9 Then my soul will rejoice in the Lord
and delight in his salvation.
10 My whole being will exclaim,
“Who is like you, Lord?
You rescue the poor from those too strong for them,
the poor and needy from those who rob them.”

11 Ruthless witnesses come forward;
they question me on things I know nothing about.
12 They repay me evil for good
and leave me like one bereaved.
13 Yet when they were ill, I put on sackcloth
and humbled myself with fasting.
When my prayers returned to me unanswered,
14 I went about mourning
as though for my friend or brother.
I bowed my head in grief
as though weeping for my mother.

15 But when I stumbled, they gathered in glee;
assailants gathered against me without my knowledge.
They slandered me without ceasing.
16 Like the ungodly they maliciously mocked;
they gnashed their teeth at me.

17 How long, Lord, will you look on?
Rescue me from their ravages,
my precious life from these lions.
18 I will give you thanks in the great assembly;
among the throngs I will praise you.

19 Do not let those gloat over me
who are my enemies without cause;
do not let those who hate me without reason
maliciously wink the eye.
20 They do not speak peaceably,
but devise false accusations
against those who live quietly in the land.
21 They sneer at me and say, “Aha! Aha!
With our own eyes we have seen it.”

22 Lord, you have seen this; do not be silent.
Do not be far from me, Lord.
23 Awake, and rise to my defense!
Contend for me, my God and Lord.
24 Vindicate me in your righteousness, Lord my God;
do not let them gloat over me.
25 Do not let them think, “Aha, just what we wanted!”
or say, “We have swallowed him up.”

26 May all who gloat over my distress
be put to shame and confusion;
may all who exalt themselves over me
be clothed with shame and disgrace.
27 May those who delight in my vindication
shout for joy and gladness;
may they always say, “The Lord be exalted,
who delights in the well-being of his servant.”

28 My tongue will proclaim your righteousness,
your praises all day long.

Benefits of Praying Psalm 35

• Divine Protection: Psalm 35 offers powerful protection from physical and spiritual enemies.
• Victory Over Enemies: It ensures victory over adversaries, both seen and unseen.
• Restoration and Vindication: Prayers based on Psalm 35 invoke divine justice and restore what has been lost or taken by the enemy.
• Spiritual Breakthrough: Regularly praying Psalm 35 unlocks spiritual breakthroughs in areas of stagnation.
• Peace and Joy: Through deliverance, God grants peace and joy as he fights on our behalf.

21-Point Prayer on Psalm 35

1. Heavenly Father, I declare Your word from Psalm 35:1: “Contend, Lord, with those who contend with me; fight against those who fight against me.” Rise, O Lord, and be my defender in all battles.
2. Lord, take up shield and armor; arise and come to my aid. (Psalm 35:2)
3. Lord, draw out the spear and javelin against those who pursue me. Say to my soul, “I am your salvation.” (Psalm 35:3)
4. Let those who seek my life be put to shame and dishonor; let those who plot my ruin be turned back in confusion. (Psalm 35:4)
5. Lord, let them be like chaff before the wind, with the angel of the Lord driving them away. (Psalm 35:5)
6. Make their way dark and slippery, with the angel of the Lord pursuing them. (Psalm 35:6)
7. For without cause, they hid their net for me; without cause, they dug a pit for my life. (Psalm 35:7)
8. Let destruction come upon them suddenly, and let the net they hid entrap them. (Psalm 35:8)
9. Then my soul will rejoice in the Lord and delight in His salvation. (Psalm 35:9)
10. Let all my bones say, “O Lord, who is like You, rescuing the poor from those too strong for them?” (Psalm 35:10)
11. Vindicate me, O Lord, for unjust witnesses have risen against me. Let Your truth defend me. (Psalm 35:11)
12. They repay me evil for good, but Lord, I trust in Your justice and righteousness. (Psalm 35:12)
13. Do not let my enemies triumph over me. Let their plans be frustrated by Your power. (Psalm 35:19)
14. Let not those who are unjustly my enemies wrongfully rejoice over my misfortune. (Psalm 35:19)
15. Let those who gloat over my distress be clothed with shame and dishonor. (Psalm 35:26)
16. Let those who desire my vindication shout for joy and be glad, saying, “Great is the Lord, who delights in the well-being of His servant.” (Psalm 35:27)
17. O Lord, plead my cause and bring peace to every storm in my life. (Psalm 35:23)
18. Arise, O Lord, in Your justice and deliver me from the hands of the wicked. (Psalm 35:24)
19. Give me strength to stand firm against every adversary, knowing that You fight for me. (Psalm 35:22)
20. Father, let Your light shine on me, and let the plans of the wicked fall into confusion. (Psalm 35:4-5)
21. I declare, “The Lord is my defender and shield, and no weapon formed against me shall prosper!” In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen! (Isaiah 54:17)

Conclusion: The Power of Praying Psalm 35

The Prayer on Psalm 35 is a spiritual weapon for divine protection, deliverance, and breakthrough. It reminds us of God’s unfailing love and His readiness to fight on behalf of His people. Whether you face visible enemies or spiritual battles, this prayer calls on God’s power to deliver you from danger and confusion, bringing justice, peace, and restoration.

Additional Bible Verses for Prayer

• Psalm 18:2: “The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge.”
• Isaiah 54:17: “No weapon forged against you will prevail, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you.”

When you pray Psalm 35 regularly, you activate God’s protection over your life and family, ensuring divine intervention and justice.