For the Chief Musician. A Psalm by David. How long, LORD? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me?

The Psalm

Psalms. Chapter 13. For the Chief Musician. A Psalm by David. How long, LORD? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart every day? How long shall my enemy triumph over me? Behold, and answer me, LORD, my God. Give light to my eyes, lest I sleep in death; lest my enemy say, “I have prevailed against him;” lest my adversaries rejoice when I fall. But I trust in your loving kindness. My heart rejoices in your salvation. I will sing to the LORD, because he has been good to me.

Worship Lyrics

For the Chief Musician
A Psalm by David
How long, LORD
Will you forget me forever
How long will you hide your face from me
How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart every day
How long shall my enemy triumph over me
Behold, and answer me, LORD, my God
Give light to my eyes, lest I sleep in death
Lest my enemy say, I have prevailed against him
Lest my adversaries rejoice when I fall
But I trust in your loving kindness
My heart rejoices in your salvation
I will sing to the LORD, because he has been good to me

About This Psalm

Psalm 13 is a trust psalm that speaks to the heart of worship and devotion. This ancient song continues to inspire modern believers in their faith journey.

Key Themes: trust

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

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