For the Chief Musician. A Psalm by David. Hear my voice, God, in my complaint. Preserve my life from fear of the enemy

The Psalm

Psalms. Chapter 64. For the Chief Musician. A Psalm by David. Hear my voice, God, in my complaint. Preserve my life from fear of the enemy. Hide me from the conspiracy of the wicked, from the noisy crowd of the ones doing evil; who sharpen their tongue like a sword, and aim their arrows, deadly words, to shoot innocent men from ambushes. They shoot at him suddenly and fearlessly. They encourage themselves in evil plans. They talk about laying snares secretly. They say, “Who will see them?” They plot injustice, saying, “We have made a perfect plan!” Surely man’s mind and heart are cunning. But God will shoot at them. They will be suddenly struck down with an arrow. Their own tongues shall ruin them. All who see them will shake their heads. All mankind shall be afraid. They shall declare the work of God, and shall wisely ponder what he has done. The righteous shall be glad in the LORD, and shall take refuge in him. All the upright in heart shall praise him!

Worship Lyrics

For the Chief Musician
A Psalm by David
Hear my voice, God, in my complaint
Preserve my life from fear of the enemy
Hide me from the conspiracy of the wicked, from the noisy crowd of the ones doing evil
Who sharpen their tongue like a sword, and aim their arrows, deadly words
To shoot innocent men from ambushes
They shoot at him suddenly and fearlessly
They encourage themselves in evil plans
They talk about laying snares secretly
They say, Who will see them
They plot injustice, saying, We have made a perfect plan
Surely mans mind and heart are cunning
But God will shoot at them
They will be suddenly struck down with an arrow
Their own tongues shall ruin them
All who see them will shake their heads
All mankind shall be afraid
They shall declare the work of God, and shall wisely ponder what he has done
The righteous shall be glad in the LORD, and shall take refuge in him
All the upright in heart shall praise him

About This Psalm

Psalm 64 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, trust, 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 64 to our lives today?
3. What verse or phrase stands out most to you, and why?

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