Psalm 40

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The 40th Psalm is a reflection of David's experience of waiting on the Lord's intervention in his life, as he recalls how God delivered him from despair and placed him on solid ground. David testifies to the goodness of God, offering songs of thanksgiving and obedience. He affirms his trust in the Lord and urges others to join in praise, acknowledging God's unfailing love and faithfulness.

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Trust and Praise in the Lord's Deliverance

1 {To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.} I waited patiently for the LORD; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry.

2 He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings.

3 And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the LORD.

4 Blessed is that man that maketh the LORD his trust, and respecteth not the proud, nor such as turn aside to lies.

5 Many, O LORD my God, are thy wonderful works which thou hast done, and thy thoughts which are to us-ward: they cannot be reckoned up in order unto thee: if I would declare and speak of them, they are more than can be numbered.

6 Sacrifice and offering thou didst not desire; mine ears hast thou opened: burnt offering and sin offering hast thou not required.

7 Then said I, Lo, I come: in the volume of the book it is written of me,

8 I delight to do thy will, O my God: yea, thy law is within my heart.

9 I have preached righteousness in the great congregation: lo, I have not refrained my lips, O LORD, thou knowest.

10 I have not hid thy righteousness within my heart; I have declared thy faithfulness and thy salvation: I have not concealed thy lovingkindness and thy truth from the great congregation.

11 Withhold not thou thy tender mercies from me, O LORD: let thy lovingkindness and thy truth continually preserve me.

12 For innumerable evils have compassed me about: mine iniquities have taken hold upon me, so that I am not able to look up; they are more than the hairs of mine head: therefore my heart faileth me.

13 Be pleased, O LORD, to deliver me: O LORD, make haste to help me.

14 Let them be ashamed and confounded together that seek after my soul to destroy it; let them be driven backward and put to shame that wish me evil.

15 Let them be desolate for a reward of their shame that say unto me, Aha, aha.

16 Let all those that seek thee rejoice and be glad in thee: let such as love thy salvation say continually, The LORD be magnified.

17 But I am poor and needy; yet the Lord thinketh upon me: thou art my help and my deliverer; make no tarrying, O my God.

Commentary

Psalm 40 is a timely reminder of the importance of trust, patience, and gratitude in our walk with God. Many of us have faced difficult seasons where we may feel abandoned or forgotten by God. David's honest plea for help in verses 1-3 resonates with us all. But David's experience shows us that through it all, God is faithful and will hear our cry. If we remain patient and obedient, God will eventually deliver us from our trials and afflictions.David's psalm is also a call to worship, with his words of thanksgiving for God's goodness, love, and faithfulness. David's praise is all-encompassing, moving beyond just his own experiences to recognize God's amazing works for all to see. Through David's example, we are challenged to remember and appreciate God's goodness, mercy and care for all of us. In this way, the psalm is a powerful reminder that God is worthy of our praise at all times, even when life is hard.