For the Chief Musician. By David, the servant of the LORD. A revelation is within my heart about the disobedience of the wicked: There is no fear of God before his eyes

The Psalm

Psalms. Chapter 36. For the Chief Musician. By David, the servant of the LORD. A revelation is within my heart about the disobedience of the wicked: There is no fear of God before his eyes. For he flatters himself in his own eyes, too much to detect and hate his sin. The words of his mouth are iniquity and deceit. He has ceased to be wise and to do good. He plots iniquity on his bed. He sets himself in a way that is not good. He doesn’t abhor evil. Your loving kindness, LORD, is in the heavens. Your faithfulness reaches to the skies. Your righteousness is like the mountains of God. Your judgements are like a great deep. LORD, you preserve man and animal. How precious is your loving kindness, God! The children of men take refuge under the shadow of your wings. They shall be abundantly satisfied with the abundance of your house. You will make them drink of the river of your pleasures. For with you is the spring of life. In your light we will see light. Oh continue your loving kindness to those who know you, your righteousness to the upright in heart. Don’t let the foot of pride come against me. Don’t let the hand of the wicked drive me away. There the workers of iniquity are fallen. They are thrust down, and shall not be able to rise.

Worship Lyrics

For the Chief Musician
By David, the servant of the LORD
A revelation is within my heart about the disobedience of the wicked: There is no fear of God before his eyes
For he flatters himself in his own eyes, too much to detect and hate his sin
The words of his mouth are iniquity and deceit
He has ceased to be wise and to do good
He plots iniquity on his bed
He sets himself in a way that is not good
He doesnt abhor evil
Your loving kindness, LORD, is in the heavens
Your faithfulness reaches to the skies
Your righteousness is like the mountains of God
Your judgements are like a great deep
LORD, you preserve man and animal
How precious is your loving kindness, God
The children of men take refuge under the shadow of your wings
They shall be abundantly satisfied with the abundance of your house
You will make them drink of the river of your pleasures
For with you is the spring of life
In your light we will see light
Oh continue your loving kindness to those who know you, your righteousness to the upright in heart
Dont let the foot of pride come against me
Dont let the hand of the wicked drive me away
There the workers of iniquity are fallen
They are thrust down, and shall not be able to rise

About This Psalm

Psalm 36 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, righteousness, creation

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

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