Psalms 141
1I call to you, Lord, come quickly to me;hear me when I call to you. 2May my prayer be set before you like incense;may the lifting up of my hands be like the evening sacrifice. 3Set a guard over my mouth, Lord;keep watch over the door of my lips. 4Do not let my heart be drawn to what is evilso that I take part in wicked deedsalong with those who are evildoers;do not let me eat their delicacies. 5Let a righteous man strike me—that is a kindness;let him rebuke me—that is oil on my head.My head will not refuse it,for my prayer will still be against the deeds of evildoers. 6Their rulers will be thrown down from the cliffs,and the wicked will learn that my words were well spoken. 7They will say, “As one plows and breaks up the earth,so our bones have been scattered at the mouth of the grave.” 8But my eyes are fixed on you, Sovereign Lord;in you I take refuge—do not give me over to death. 9Keep me safe from the traps set by evildoers,from the snares they have laid for me. 10Let the wicked fall into their own nets,while I pass by in safety.
Study Context for Psalms 141
As you study Psalms 141, 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 141 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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