Psalms 138
1 I will praise thee with my whole heart: before the gods will I sing praise unto thee.
2 I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth: for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name.
3 In the day when I cried thou answeredst me, and strengthenedst me with strength in my soul.
4 All the kings of the earth shall praise thee, O LORD, when they hear the words of thy mouth.
5 Yea, they shall sing in the ways of the LORD: for great is the glory of the LORD.
6 Though the LORD be high, yet hath he respect unto the lowly: but the proud he knoweth afar off.
7 Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me: thou shalt stretch forth thine hand against the wrath of mine enemies, and thy right hand shall save me.
8 The LORD will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O LORD, endureth for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands.
Common Questions About Psalms 138
What does David commit to in Psalm 138?
David commits to give thanks with his whole heart and sing God's praise before the 'gods,' rulers or false deities, because God has exalted His word above all His name.
What confidence does David express about the future?
He expresses confidence that though he walks amid trouble, God will preserve his life, and that the Lord will fulfill His purpose for him, His steadfast love enduring forever.
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Questions to Think About
- How does giving thanks 'with your whole heart,' not half-heartedly, change the quality of your worship?
- What confidence do you have that God will 'fulfill his purpose' for your life despite present trouble?
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