David recognizes that if Israel is being blessed and doing well, it is because of God's grace. If Israel is struggling, it is because of God's displeasure. How to restore this pleasure? We already know. Putting aside the sins and failures, and coming before God with a contrite heart. Not mere sacrificing. A true and pure heart of repentence. This restores the relationship on both ends.
When the psalmist mentions a banner that represents those who fear God, to me that means it crosses the borders. The family of God isn't bound inside one nation, or tribe. They are united to God's family first. It is God who parcels out the land, who draws the borders, and who goes before and conquers, providing a place to live for His people.
Simply, without God, any man's conquering army is useless. With God, there is no limit to possible success.
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