Psalm 16
Psalm 16
The Psalm
Psalms. Chapter 16. A Poem by David. Preserve me, God, for I take refuge in you. My soul, you have said to the LORD, “You are my Lord. Apart from you I have no good thing.” As for the saints who are in the earth, they are the excellent ones in whom is all my delight. Their sorrows shall be multiplied who give gifts to another god. Their drink offerings of blood I will not offer, nor take their names on my lips. The LORD assigned my portion and my cup. You made my lot secure. The lines have fallen to me in pleasant places. Yes, I have a good inheritance. I will bless the LORD, who has given me counsel. Yes, my heart instructs me in the night seasons. I have set the LORD always before me. Because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. Therefore my heart is glad, and my tongue rejoices. My body shall also dwell in safety. For you will not leave my soul in Sheol, neither will you allow your holy one to see corruption. You will show me the path of life. In your presence is fullness of joy. In your right hand there are pleasures forever more.
Worship Lyrics
A Poem by David
Preserve me, God, for I take refuge in you
My soul, you have said to the LORD, You are my Lord
Apart from you I have no good thing
As for the saints who are in the earth, they are the excellent ones in whom is all my delight
Their sorrows shall be multiplied who give gifts to another god
Their drink offerings of blood I will not offer, nor take their names on my lips
The LORD assigned my portion and my cup
You made my lot secure
The lines have fallen to me in pleasant places
Yes, I have a good inheritance
I will bless the LORD, who has given me counsel
Yes, my heart instructs me in the night seasons
I have set the LORD always before me
Because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved
Therefore my heart is glad, and my tongue rejoices
My body shall also dwell in safety
For you will not leave my soul in Sheol, neither will you allow your holy one to see corruption
You will show me the path of life
In your presence is fullness of joy
In your right hand there are pleasures forever more
About This Psalm
Psalm 16 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
- What does this psalm teach us about God's character?
- How can we apply the message of Psalm 16 to our lives today?
- What verse or phrase stands out most to you, and why?
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