Psalms 60
1You have rejected us, God, and burst upon us;you have been angry—now restore us! 2You have shaken the land and torn it open;mend its fractures, for it is quaking. 3You have shown your people desperate times;you have given us wine that makes us stagger. 4But for those who fear you, you have raised a bannerto be unfurled against the bow. 5Save us and help us with your right hand,that those you love may be delivered. 6God has spoken from his sanctuary:“In triumph I will parcel out Shechemand measure off the Valley of Sukkoth. 7Gilead is mine, and Manasseh is mine;Ephraim is my helmet,Judah is my scepter. 8Moab is my washbasin,on Edom I toss my sandal;over Philistia I shout in triumph.” 9Who will bring me to the fortified city?Who will lead me to Edom? 10Is it not you, God, you who have now rejected usand no longer go out with our armies? 11Give us aid against the enemy,for human help is worthless. 12With God we will gain the victory,and he will trample down our enemies.
Study Context for Psalms 60
As you study Psalms 60, 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 60 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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