Psalms 116
1I love the Lord, for he heard my voice;he heard my cry for mercy. 2Because he turned his ear to me,I will call on him as long as I live. 3The cords of death entangled me,the anguish of the grave came over me;I was overcome by distress and sorrow. 4Then I called on the name of the Lord:“Lord, save me!” 5The Lord is gracious and righteous;our God is full of compassion. 6The Lord protects the unwary;when I was brought low, he saved me. 7Return to your rest, my soul,for the Lord has been good to you. 8For you, Lord, have delivered me from death,my eyes from tears,my feet from stumbling, 9that I may walk before the Lordin the land of the living. 10I trusted in the Lord when I said,“I am greatly afflicted”; 11in my alarm I said,“Everyone is a liar.” 12What shall I return to the Lordfor all his goodness to me? 13I will lift up the cup of salvationand call on the name of the Lord. 14I will fulfill my vows to the Lordin the presence of all his people. 15Precious in the sight of the Lordis the death of his faithful servants. 16Truly I am your servant, Lord;I serve you just as my mother did;you have freed me from my chains. 17I will sacrifice a thank offering to youand call on the name of the Lord. 18I will fulfill my vows to the Lordin the presence of all his people, 19in the courts of the house of the Lord—in your midst, Jerusalem.Praise the Lord.
Study Context for Psalms 116
As you study Psalms 116, keep in mind the overarching themes of this old testament book: Worship, Lament, Praise. Observe how the specific events or teachings in this chapter contribute to the book's broader message.
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Observation: What does Psalms 116 reveal about the character and nature of God? What does it reveal about humanity?
Application: How does the truth presented in this chapter change how you should live, think, or pray today?
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