For the Chief Musician. A Psalm by the sons of Korah. LORD, you have been favourable to your land. You have restored the fortunes of Jacob

The Psalm

Psalms. Chapter 85. For the Chief Musician. A Psalm by the sons of Korah. LORD, you have been favourable to your land. You have restored the fortunes of Jacob. You have forgiven the iniquity of your people. You have covered all their sin. Selah. You have taken away all your wrath. You have turned from the fierceness of your anger. Turn us, God of our salvation, and cause your indignation towards us to cease. Will you be angry with us forever? Will you draw out your anger to all generations? Won’t you revive us again, that your people may rejoice in you? Show us your loving kindness, LORD. Grant us your salvation. I will hear what God, the LORD, will speak, for he will speak peace to his people, his saints; but let them not turn again to folly. Surely his salvation is near those who fear him, that glory may dwell in our land. Mercy and truth meet together. Righteousness and peace have kissed each other. Truth springs out of the earth. Righteousness has looked down from heaven. Yes, the LORD will give that which is good. Our land will yield its increase. Righteousness goes before him, and prepares the way for his steps.

Worship Lyrics

For the Chief Musician
A Psalm by the sons of Korah
LORD, you have been favourable to your land
You have restored the fortunes of Jacob
You have forgiven the iniquity of your people
You have covered all their sin
Selah
You have taken away all your wrath
You have turned from the fierceness of your anger
Turn us, God of our salvation, and cause your indignation towards us to cease
Will you be angry with us forever
Will you draw out your anger to all generations
Wont you revive us again, that your people may rejoice in you
Show us your loving kindness, LORD
Grant us your salvation
I will hear what God, the LORD, will speak, for he will speak peace to his people, his saints
But let them not turn again to folly
Surely his salvation is near those who fear him, that glory may dwell in our land
Mercy and truth meet together
Righteousness and peace have kissed each other
Truth springs out of the earth
Righteousness has looked down from heaven
Yes, the LORD will give that which is good
Our land will yield its increase
Righteousness goes before him, and prepares the way for his steps

About This Psalm

Psalm 85 is a righteousness psalm that speaks to the heart of worship and devotion. This ancient song continues to inspire modern believers in their faith journey.

Key Themes: righteousness, mercy

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

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