For the Chief Musician; upon an eight-stringed lyre. A Psalm of David. Help, LORD; for the godly man ceases. For the faithful fail from amongst the children of men

The Psalm

Psalms. Chapter 12. For the Chief Musician; upon an eight-stringed lyre. A Psalm of David. Help, LORD; for the godly man ceases. For the faithful fail from amongst the children of men. Everyone lies to his neighbour. They speak with flattering lips, and with a double heart. May the LORD cut off all flattering lips, and the tongue that boasts, who have said, “With our tongue we will prevail. Our lips are our own. Who is lord over us?” “Because of the oppression of the weak and because of the groaning of the needy, I will now arise,” says the LORD; “I will set him in safety from those who malign him.” The LORD’s words are flawless words, as silver refined in a clay furnace, purified seven times. You will keep them, LORD. You will preserve them from this generation forever. The wicked walk on every side, when what is vile is exalted amongst the sons of men.

Worship Lyrics

For the Chief Musician; upon an eight-stringed lyre
A Psalm of David
Help, LORD; for the godly man ceases
For the faithful fail from amongst the children of men
Everyone lies to his neighbour
They speak with flattering lips, and with a double heart
May the LORD cut off all flattering lips, and the tongue that boasts
Who have said, With our tongue we will prevail
Our lips are our own
Who is lord over us
Because of the oppression of the weak and because of the groaning of the needy
I will now arise says the LORD
I will set him in safety from those who malign him
The LORDs words are flawless words, as silver refined in a clay furnace, purified seven times
You will keep them, LORD
You will preserve them from this generation forever
The wicked walk on every side, when what is vile is exalted amongst the sons of men

About This Psalm

Psalm 12 is a worship psalm that speaks to the heart of worship and devotion. This ancient song continues to inspire modern believers in their faith journey.

Key Themes: worship, prayer

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 12 to our lives today?
3. What verse or phrase stands out most to you, and why?

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