Psalm 86

The Psalm

Psalms. Chapter 86. A Prayer by David. Hear, LORD, and answer me, for I am poor and needy. Preserve my soul, for I am godly. You, my God, save your servant who trusts in you. Be merciful to me, Lord, for I call to you all day long. Bring joy to the soul of your servant, for to you, Lord, do I lift up my soul. For you, Lord, are good, and ready to forgive, abundant in loving kindness to all those who call on you. Hear, LORD, my prayer. Listen to the voice of my petitions. In the day of my trouble I will call on you, for you will answer me. There is no one like you amongst the gods, Lord, nor any deeds like your deeds. All nations you have made will come and worship before you, Lord. They shall glorify your name. For you are great, and do wondrous things. You are God alone. Teach me your way, LORD. I will walk in your truth. Make my heart undivided to fear your name. I will praise you, Lord my God, with my whole heart. I will glorify your name forever more. For your loving kindness is great towards me. You have delivered my soul from the lowest Sheol. God, the proud have risen up against me. A company of violent men have sought after my soul, and they don’t hold regard for you before them. But you, Lord, are a merciful and gracious God, slow to anger, and abundant in loving kindness and truth. Turn to me, and have mercy on me! Give your strength to your servant. Save the son of your servant. Show me a sign of your goodness, that those who hate me may see it, and be shamed, because you, LORD, have helped me, and comforted me.

Worship Lyrics

A Prayer by David
Hear, LORD, and answer me, for I am poor and needy
Preserve my soul, for I am godly
You, my God, save your servant who trusts in you
Be merciful to me, Lord, for I call to you all day long
Bring joy to the soul of your servant, for to you, Lord, do I lift up my soul
For you, Lord, are good
And ready to forgive, abundant in loving kindness to all those who call on you
Hear, LORD, my prayer
Listen to the voice of my petitions
In the day of my trouble I will call on you, for you will answer me
There is no one like you amongst the gods, Lord, nor any deeds like your deeds
All nations you have made will come and worship before you, Lord
They shall glorify your name
For you are great, and do wondrous things
You are God alone
Teach me your way, LORD
I will walk in your truth
Make my heart undivided to fear your name
I will praise you, Lord my God, with my whole heart
I will glorify your name forever more
For your loving kindness is great towards me
You have delivered my soul from the lowest Sheol
God, the proud have risen up against me
A company of violent men have sought after my soul
And they dont hold regard for you before them
But you, Lord, are a merciful and gracious God, slow to anger
And abundant in loving kindness and truth
Turn to me, and have mercy on me
Give your strength to your servant
Save the son of your servant
Show me a sign of your goodness, that those who hate me may see it
And be shamed, because you, LORD, have helped me
And
Comforted me

About This Psalm

Psalm 86 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, deliverance, trust, 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 86 to our lives today?
3. What verse or phrase stands out most to you, and why?

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