A Psalm by David. Hear my prayer, LORD. Listen to my petitions. In your faithfulness and righteousness, relieve me

The Psalm

Psalms. Chapter 143. A Psalm by David. Hear my prayer, LORD. Listen to my petitions. In your faithfulness and righteousness, relieve me. Don’t enter into judgement with your servant, for in your sight no man living is righteous. For the enemy pursues my soul. He has struck my life down to the ground. He has made me live in dark places, as those who have been long dead. Therefore my spirit is overwhelmed within me. My heart within me is desolate. I remember the days of old. I meditate on all your doings. I contemplate the work of your hands. I spread out my hands to you. My soul thirsts for you, like a parched land. Selah. Hurry to answer me, LORD. My spirit fails. Don’t hide your face from me, so that I don’t become like those who go down into the pit. Cause me to hear your loving kindness in the morning, for I trust in you. Cause me to know the way in which I should walk, for I lift up my soul to you. Deliver me, LORD, from my enemies. I flee to you to hide me. Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. Your Spirit is good. Lead me in the land of uprightness. Revive me, LORD, for your name’s sake. In your righteousness, bring my soul out of trouble. In your loving kindness, cut off my enemies, and destroy all those who afflict my soul, for I am your servant.

Worship Lyrics

A Psalm by David
Hear my prayer, LORD
Listen to my petitions
In your faithfulness and righteousness, relieve me
Dont enter into judgement with your servant, for in your sight no man living is righteous
For the enemy pursues my soul
He has struck my life down to the ground
He has made me live in dark places, as those who have been long dead
Therefore my spirit is overwhelmed within me
My heart within me is desolate
I remember the days of old
I meditate on all your doings
I contemplate the work of your hands
I spread out my hands to you
My soul thirsts for you, like a parched land
Selah
Hurry to answer me, LORD
My spirit fails
Dont hide your face from me, so that I dont become like those who go down into the pit
Cause me to hear your loving kindness in the morning, for I trust in you
Cause me to know the way in which I should walk, for I lift up my soul to you
Deliver me, LORD, from my enemies
I flee to you to hide me
Teach me to do your will, for you are my God
Your Spirit is good
Lead me in the land of uprightness
Revive me, LORD, for your names sake
In your righteousness, bring my soul out of trouble
In your loving kindness, cut off my enemies
And destroy all those who afflict my soul, for I am your servant

About This Psalm

Psalm 143 is a deliverance psalm that speaks to the heart of worship and devotion. This ancient song continues to inspire modern believers in their faith journey.

Key Themes: deliverance, trust, righteousness, conflict

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

Music & Worship

Modern worship music for this psalm coming soon. Subscribe to get notified when new recordings are available.

Discussion Questions

1. What does this psalm teach us about God's character?
2. How can we apply the message of Psalm 143 to our lives today?
3. What verse or phrase stands out most to you, and why?

Want to go deeper? Explore all 150 Psalms or learn about our artists.