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Psalms 16:1

King James Version (KJV)

“In our prayers we talk to God, in our Bible study God talks to us, and we had better let God do most of the talking.”
— D.L. Moody

Scripture focus

Michtam of David. Preserve me, O God: for in thee do I put my trust.

Psalms 16:1 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Psalms 16:1

Theological / Devotional

Preserve me. The psalm begins with an earnest, trustful prayer. The psalmist is not crying for help in time of danger. He simply prays for continued care.

Put my trust. Or, “take refuge.”

By SdaBc