Psalms 14
1 The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good.
2 The LORD looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, and seek God.
3 They are all gone aside, they are all together become filthy: there is none that doeth good, no, not one.
4 Have all the workers of iniquity no knowledge? who eat up my people as they eat bread, and call not upon the LORD.
5 There were they in great fear: for God is in the generation of the righteous.
6 Ye have shamed the counsel of the poor, because the LORD is his refuge.
7 Oh that the salvation of Israel were come out of Zion! when the LORD bringeth back the captivity of his people, Jacob shall rejoice, and Israel shall be glad.
Common Questions About Psalms 14
What does Psalm 14 say about human nature?
It says the fool says in his heart 'There is no God,' and that all have turned away and become corrupt, with none who does good, not even one.
What hope does the psalm express?
It looks forward to salvation coming out of Zion and rejoicing when the Lord restores the fortunes of His people, showing hope amid a bleak assessment of humanity.
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Questions to Think About
- How does Psalm 14's honest view of human nature match or challenge your own view of people?
- Where do you see God bringing restoration in a broken situation right now?
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