Psalms 20:1-4

The people lifted their voices to God concerning their king (Psalms 20:6) and prayed that God would give him success in this royal psalm (cf. Psalms 21:2). Meal and burnt offerings of worship often accompanied prayers for God’s help in Israel’s worship. Their purpose was not just to atone for sin but also to seek God’s favor and consecrate oneself for war (cf. 1 Samuel 7:9-10; 1 Samuel 13:9-12).