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About this chapterDavid gives thanks with his whole heart, singing to the Lord even before the so-called gods. He bows toward the holy temple and thanks God for his steadfast love and faithfulness, saying that God has exalted his word above all his name. When David called, God answered and made his soul bold. He says that all the kings of the earth will one day praise the Lord when they hear his words, and that though the Lord is high, he regards the lowly and keeps the proud at a distance. Though walking in trouble, David trusts that God preserves his life and will finish what concerns him.

David gives thanks with his whole heart, singing to the Lord even before the so-called gods. He bows toward the holy temple and thanks God for his steadfast love and faithfulness, saying that God has exalted his word above all his name. When David called, God answered and made his soul bold. He says that all the kings of the earth will one day praise the Lord when they hear his words, and that though the Lord is high, he regards the lowly and keeps the proud at a distance. Though walking in trouble, David trusts that God preserves his life and will finish what concerns him.

Themes

  • Wholehearted thanks
  • God answers prayer
  • God near to the lowly
  • Confidence in God's purpose

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Psalms 138

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1I give You thanks with all my heart; before the gods I sing Your praises. 2I bow down toward Your holy temple and give thanks to Your name for Your loving devotion and Your faithfulness; You have exalted Your name and Your word above all else. 3On the day I called, You answered me; You emboldened me and strengthened my soul. 4All the kings of the earth will give You thanks, O LORD, when they hear the words of Your mouth. 5They will sing of the ways of the LORD, for the glory of the LORD is great. 6Though the LORD is on high, He attends to the lowly; but the proud He knows from afar. 7If I walk in the midst of trouble, You preserve me from the anger of my foes; You extend Your hand, and Your right hand saves me. 8The LORD will fulfill His purpose for me. O LORD, Your loving devotion endures forever— do not abandon the works of Your hands.

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