Psalm 57
David takes refuge in the shadow of God's wings while in a cave fleeing Saul. Despite danger, his heart is steadfast. He will praise God among the nations. God's love reaches to the heavens, his faithfulness to the skies.
PsalmsPsalm 57 of 15011 versesBerean Standard Bible
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For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when he fled from Saul into the cave.
Have mercy on me, O God, have mercy, for in You my soul takes refuge. In the shadow of Your wings I will take shelter until the danger has passed.
I cry out to God Most High, to God who fulfills His purpose for me.
He reaches down from heaven and saves me; He rebukes those who trample me. Selah God sends forth His loving devotion and His truth.
My soul is among the lions; I lie down with ravenous beasts—with men whose teeth are spears and arrows, whose tongues are sharp swords.
Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; may Your glory cover all the earth.
They spread a net for my feet; my soul was despondent. They dug a pit before me, but they themselves have fallen into it! Selah
My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast. I will sing and make music.
Awake, my glory! Awake, O harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn.
I will praise You, O Lord, among the nations; I will sing Your praises among the peoples.
For Your loving devotion reaches to the heavens, and Your faithfulness to the clouds.
Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; may Your glory cover all the earth.
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How to Hear God’s Voice: A Practical Guide for BelieversScripture is the record of a God who speaks. This guide covers how to hear Him today and keep what He says.Cross-references for Psalm 57
“He will cover you with His feathers; under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness is a shield and rampart.”
“The LORD will fulfill His purpose for me. O LORD, Your loving devotion endures forever—do not abandon the works of Your hands.”
“being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
“For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD as the waters cover the sea.”
“And they were calling out to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; all the earth is full of His glory.””
Cross-references from OpenBible.info, licensed CC BY.
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