Psalm 31.1-5, 15-16

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In the Lord I take refuge,
For he is my strong deliverer.
He will cover me with his wings
And keep me safe from all things.

He’ll be my rock and my shield,
He’ll never let me yield.
He’ll be my fortress and my strength,
To keep me safe at any length.

His love will be my guide,
His faithfulness by my side.
He’ll keep me safe from all harm,
And keep me safe from alarm.

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Potential actions to take in response

One practical way to respond to the teachings found in Psalm 31: 1-5, 15-16 is to trust in the Lord. As the psalmist states, “In you, O Lord, do I take refuge; let me never be put to shame; in your righteousness deliver me!” (Psalm 31:1). By trusting in the Lord, we can be sure that He will provide us with the protection, guidance, and strength we need to face life’s challenges. The psalmist also states, “My times are in your hand” (Psalm 31:15). By placing our times in God’s hands, we can have faith that whatever happens in our life is part of His plan, and He will work it out for our good.

We can also respond to the teachings in Psalm 31 by being thankful to the Lord and acknowledging His grace and mercy. The psalmist writes, “Be gracious to me, O Lord, for I cry to you all the day” (Psalm 31:2). We can express our thanks to the Lord through prayer, worship, and acts of service. Through these practices, we can express our gratitude for the good things He has done for us and show our devotion to Him.

Finally, we can respond to the teachings of Psalm 31 by seeking to bring glory and honor to God. The psalmist writes, “Let all those who seek you rejoice and be glad in you; let those who love your salvation say continually, ‘Great is the Lord!’” (Psalm 31:16). We can bring glory to God by living our lives in a way that honors Him and by sharing the good news of Jesus Christ with others. In this way, we can reflect the light of Christ in our lives and be a living testimony to His love and grace.

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Related passages

The themes of Psalm 31 are trust in God, protection, and God’s faithfulness. Related passages: Psalm 56:3-4 – God is a refuge in times of trouble; Psalm 62:8 – God’s love and faithfulness are eternal; Isaiah 41:10 – God will strengthen and help us.

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