Psalm 116

The Psalm

Psalms. Chapter 116. I love the LORD, because he listens to my voice, and my cries for mercy. Because he has turned his ear to me, therefore I will call on him as long as I live. The cords of death surrounded me, the pains of Sheol got a hold of me. I found trouble and sorrow. Then I called on the LORD’s name: “LORD, I beg you, deliver my soul.” The LORD is gracious and righteous. Yes, our God is merciful. The LORD preserves the simple. I was brought low, and he saved me. Return to your rest, my soul, for the LORD has dealt bountifully with you. For you have delivered my soul from death, my eyes from tears, and my feet from falling. I will walk before the LORD in the land of the living. I believed, therefore I said, “I was greatly afflicted.” I said in my haste, “All people are liars.” What will I give to the LORD for all his benefits towards me? I will take the cup of salvation, and call on the LORD’s name. I will pay my vows to the LORD, yes, in the presence of all his people. Precious in the LORD’s sight is the death of his saints. LORD, truly I am your servant. I am your servant, the son of your servant girl. You have freed me from my chains. I will offer to you the sacrifice of thanksgiving, and will call on the LORD’s name. I will pay my vows to the LORD, yes, in the presence of all his people, in the courts of the LORD’s house, in the middle of you, Jerusalem. Praise the LORD!

Worship Lyrics

I love the LORD, because he listens to my voice, and my cries for mercy
Because he has turned his ear to me, therefore I will call on him as long as I live
The cords of death surrounded me, the pains of Sheol got a hold of me
I found trouble and sorrow
Then I called on the LORDs name: LORD, I beg you, deliver my soul
The LORD is gracious and righteous
Yes, our God is merciful
The LORD preserves the simple
I was brought low, and he saved me
Return to your rest, my soul, for the LORD has dealt bountifully with you
For you have delivered my soul from death, my eyes from tears
And my feet from falling
I will walk before the LORD in the land of the living
I believed, therefore I said, I was greatly afflicted
I said in my haste, All people are liars
What will I give to the LORD for all his benefits towards me
I will take the cup of salvation, and call on the LORDs name
I will pay my vows to the LORD, yes, in the presence of all his people
Precious in the LORDs sight is the death of his saints
LORD, truly I am your servant
I am your servant, the son of your servant girl
You have freed me from my chains
I will offer to you the sacrifice of thanksgiving
And will call on the LORDs name
I will pay my vows to the LORD, yes, in the presence of all his people
In the courts of the LORDs house, in the middle of you, Jerusalem
Praise the LORD

About This Psalm

Psalm 116 is a praise psalm that speaks to the heart of worship and devotion. This ancient song continues to inspire modern believers in their faith journey.

Key Themes: praise, deliverance, righteousness, mercy

Reflection

This psalm invites us to:

• Meditate on God's word and character
• Apply biblical truth to our daily lives
• Express our hearts in worship and prayer

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Discussion Questions

1. What does this psalm teach us about God's character?
2. How can we apply the message of Psalm 116 to our lives today?
3. What verse or phrase stands out most to you, and why?

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