PSALM 5:12 NIV 12 For surely, O LORD, you bless the righteous; you surround them with your favor as with a shield.
If Jesus is your Lord, then He is also your righteousness (1 Corinthians 1:30, Romans 5:17). So, you are righteous in Christ and qualify for this blessing.
Favor is the blessing of God causing people to like you and treat you well.
Why expect favor?
Because God is your Father. He loves you. And He responds to faith. When you walk in faith you expect blessings.
PROVERBS 16:7 NIV 7 When a man’s ways are pleasing to the LORD, he makes even his enemies live at peace with him.
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