Psalms 138
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Lutheran reading notes
In Psalms chapter 138, the wisdom literature continues to explore prayer, worship, lament, praise, and trust in God. Lutheran interpretation often emphasizes humanity’s limitations and the need to rely on God's grace and promises. The chapter highlights the contrast between human striving and the faithfulness of God.
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[{A Psalm} of David.] I will praise thee with my whole heart: before the gods will I sing praise unto thee.
Psalms 138:1 highlights wisdom, prayer, and faithful living with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
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I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth: for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name.
Psalms 138:2 highlights wisdom, prayer, and faithful living with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
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In the day when I cried thou answeredst me, {and} strengthenedst me {with} strength in my soul.
Psalms 138:3 highlights wisdom, prayer, and faithful living with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
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All the kings of the earth shall praise thee, O LORD, when they hear the words of thy mouth.
Psalms 138:4 highlights wisdom, prayer, and faithful living with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
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Yea, they shall sing in the ways of the LORD: for great {is} the glory of the LORD.
Psalms 138:5 highlights wisdom, prayer, and faithful living with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
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Though the LORD {be} high, yet hath he respect unto the lowly: but the proud he knoweth afar off.
Psalms 138:6 highlights wisdom, prayer, and faithful living with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
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Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me: thou shalt stretch forth thine hand against the wrath of mine enemies, and thy right hand shall save me.
Psalms 138:7 highlights wisdom, prayer, and faithful living with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.
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The LORD will perfect {that which} concerneth me: thy mercy, O LORD, {endureth} for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands.
Psalms 138:8 highlights wisdom, prayer, and faithful living with emphasis on law, gospel, grace, and faith.