Psalm 57

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In Psalm 57, David pleads for God's mercy and protection during a time of great distress. He declares his trust in God's faithfulness and praises Him for His steadfast love and faithfulness. David ends the psalm with a declaration of his intention to praise and thank God among the nations.

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A Cry for Mercy in a Time of Trouble

1 {To the chief Musician, Altaschith, Michtam of David, when he fled from Saul in the cave.} Be merciful unto me, O God, be merciful unto me: for my soul trusteth in thee: yea, in the shadow of thy wings will I make my refuge, until these calamities be overpast.

2 I will cry unto God most high; unto God that performeth all things for me.

3 He shall send from heaven, and save me from the reproach of him that would swallow me up. Selah. God shall send forth his mercy and his truth.

4 My soul is among lions: and I lie even among them that are set on fire, even the sons of men, whose teeth are spears and arrows, and their tongue a sharp sword.

5 Be thou exalted, O God, above the heavens; let thy glory be above all the earth.

6 They have prepared a net for my steps; my soul is bowed down: they have digged a pit before me, into the midst whereof they are fallen themselves. Selah.

7 My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed: I will sing and give praise.

8 Awake up, my glory; awake, psaltery and harp: I myself will awake early.

9 I will praise thee, O Lord, among the people: I will sing unto thee among the nations.

10 For thy mercy is great unto the heavens, and thy truth unto the clouds.

11 Be thou exalted, O God, above the heavens: let thy glory be above all the earth.

Commentary

This psalm is a beautiful and powerful expression of trust in God in times of trouble. David's trust in God's faithfulness and love is evident throughout the psalm, even as he faces his enemies and danger. His declaration of God's greatness and his intention to praise Him in all situations is a powerful reminder of the importance of trusting in God's goodness and sovereignty, no matter what we face. This psalm is a poignant reminder of God's love and faithfulness to His people, and His promise to be with us always, even in the midst of difficult circumstances.