If you read Psalm 18, David is recounting and rejoicing over the victory that God gave him over King Saul. Here we have a Biblical example of pacifism.
He did not go looking for the fight.
He did not incite the war.
But once embattled, he did what was required. He ground his enemies into dust. He cut them down so they would not rise again. He fought for his own life.
How do we reconcile this psalm with Christ's commands to love your enemies, pray for their well-being, and turning the other cheek? There is no greater love than laying down one's life for a brother (or sister). Where does one draw the line? Is there a line? What does scripture tell us?
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