For the Chief Musician. A Psalm by David. Deliver me, LORD, from evil men. Preserve me from violent men:

The Psalm

Psalms. Chapter 140. For the Chief Musician. A Psalm by David. Deliver me, LORD, from evil men. Preserve me from violent men: those who devise mischief in their hearts. They continually gather themselves together for war. They have sharpened their tongues like a serpent. Viper’s poison is under their lips. Selah. LORD, keep me from the hands of the wicked. Preserve me from the violent men who have determined to trip my feet. The proud have hidden a snare for me, they have spread the cords of a net by the path. They have set traps for me. Selah. I said to the LORD, “You are my God.” Listen to the cry of my petitions, LORD. LORD, the Lord, the strength of my salvation, you have covered my head in the day of battle. LORD, don’t grant the desires of the wicked. Don’t let their evil plans succeed, or they will become proud. Selah. As for the head of those who surround me, let the mischief of their own lips cover them. Let burning coals fall on them. Let them be thrown into the fire, into miry pits, from where they never rise. An evil speaker won’t be established in the earth. Evil will hunt the violent man to overthrow him. I know that the LORD will maintain the cause of the afflicted, and justice for the needy. Surely the righteous will give thanks to your name. The upright will dwell in your presence.

Worship Lyrics

For the Chief Musician
A Psalm by David
Deliver me, LORD, from evil men
Preserve me from violent men:
Those who devise mischief in their hearts
They continually gather themselves together for war
They have sharpened their tongues like a serpent
Vipers poison is under their lips
Selah
LORD, keep me from the hands of the wicked
Preserve me from the violent men who have determined to trip my feet
The proud have hidden a snare for me, they have spread the cords of a net by the path
They have set traps for me
Selah
I said to the LORD, You are my God
Listen to the cry of my petitions, LORD
LORD, the Lord, the strength of my salvation, you have covered my head in the day of battle
LORD, dont grant the desires of the wicked
Dont let their evil plans succeed, or they will become proud
Selah
As for the head of those who surround me, let the mischief of their own lips cover them
Let burning coals fall on them
Let them be thrown into the fire, into miry pits, from where they never rise
An evil speaker wont be established in the earth
Evil will hunt the violent man to overthrow him
I know that the LORD will maintain the cause of the afflicted
And justice for the needy
Surely the righteous will give thanks to your name
The upright will dwell in your presence

About This Psalm

Psalm 140 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

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

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