What does 2 Samuel 22:31 mean?

2 Samuel 22:31 highlights themes such as perfection, trust, divine-nature when read in context.

How should I apply 2 Samuel 22:31 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the LORD is tried: he is a buckler to all them that trust in him.

29For thou art my lamp, O LORD: and the LORD will lighten my darkness.

30For by thee I have run through a troop: by my God have I leaped over a wall.

31As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the LORD is tried: he is a buckler to all them that trust in him.

32For who is God, save the LORD? and who is a rock, save our God?

33God is my strength and power: and he maketh my way perfect.

perfectiontrustdivine-nature

Matthew 5:48
Jesus calls His followers to be perfect, reflecting God's perfection.
Psalm 19:7
The law of the Lord is perfect, echoing the theme of divine perfection.
Romans 12:2
Believers are encouraged to discern God's perfect will.