But he said, “It is not the sound of the cry of victory, Nor is it the sound of the cry of defeat; But I hear the sound of singing.”

Victory at Makkedah

Now these five kings had fled and hidden themselves in the cave at Makkedah.

Then he became very thirsty, and he called to the Lord and said, “You have handed this great victory over to Your servant, and now am I to die of thirst and fall into the hands of the uncircumcised?”

Philistines Take the Ark in Victory

So the word of Samuel came to all Israel. Now Israel went out to meet the Philistines in battle, and they camped beside Ebenezer, while the Philistines camped in Aphek.

But Saul said, “Not a single person shall be put to death this day, for today the Lord has brought about victory in Israel.”

Jonathan’s Victory

Now the day came that Jonathan, the son of Saul, said to the young man who was carrying his armor, “Come, and let’s cross over to the Philistines’ garrison that is on the other side.” But he did not tell his father.

But the people said to Saul, “Must Jonathan die, he who has brought about this great victory in Israel? Far from it! As the Lord lives, not even a hair of his head shall fall to the ground, because he has worked with God this day.” So the people rescued Jonathan and he did not die.

For he took his life in his hand and struck the Philistine, and the Lord brought about a great victory for all Israel; you saw it and rejoiced. Why then would you sin against innocent blood by putting David to death for no reason?”

David’s Victory over the Amalekites

Then it happened, when David and his men came to Ziklag on the third day, that the Amalekites had carried out an attack on the Negev and on Ziklag, and had overthrown Ziklag and burned it with fire;

So the victory that day was turned into mourning for all the people, because the people heard it said that day, “The king is in mourning over his son.”

He rose up and struck the Philistines until his hand was weary and it clung to the sword, and the Lord brought about a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to plunder the dead.

But he took his stand in the midst of the plot, defended it, and struck the Philistines; and the Lord brought about a great victory.

Naaman Is Healed

Now Naaman, commander of the army of the king of Aram, was a great man in the view of his master, and eminent, because by him the Lord had given victory to Aram. The man was also a valiant warrior, but afflicted with leprosy.

And he said, “Open the window toward the east,” and he opened it. Then Elisha said, “Shoot!” So he shot. And he said, “The Lord’s arrow of victory, and the arrow of victory over Aram; for you will defeat the Arameans at Aphek until you have put an end to them.”

But they took their stand in the midst of the plot and defended it, and defeated the Philistines; and the Lord saved them with a great victory.

Yours, Lord, is the greatness, the power, the glory, the victory, and the majesty, indeed everything that is in the heavens and on the earth; Yours is the dominion, Lord, and You exalt Yourself as head over all.

Ahab’s False Prophets Assure Victory

Then the king of Israel summoned an officer and said, “Bring Micaiah son of Imlah quickly.”

Prayer for Victory over Enemies.

For the music director. A Psalm of David.

May the Lord answer you on a day of trouble! May the name of the God of Jacob protect you!

We will sing for joy over your victory, And in the name of our God we will set up our banners. May the Lord fulfill all your desires.

A horse is a false hope for victory; Nor does it rescue anyone by its great strength.

A Call to Praise the Lord for His Righteousness.

A Psalm.

Sing a new song to the Lord, For He has done wonderful things, His right hand and His holy arm have gained the victory for Him.

God Praised and Pleas to Give Victory.

A Song, a Psalm of David.

My heart is steadfast, God; I will sing, I will sing praises also with my soul.

Where there is no guidance the people fall, But in an abundance of counselors there is victory.

The horse is prepared for the day of battle, But the victory belongs to the Lord.

For by wise guidance you will wage war, And in an abundance of counselors there is victory.