Psalms - Chapter 71

Psalms 71.1 In thee, O LORD, do I put my trust: let me never be put to confusion. Psalms 71.2 Deliver me in thy righteousness, and cause me to escape: incline thine ear unto me, and save me. Psalms 71.3 Be thou my strong habitation, whereunto I may continually resort: thou hast given commandment to save me; for thou art my rock and my fortress. Psalms 71.4 Deliver me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked, out of the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man. Psalms 71.5 For thou art my hope, O Lord GOD: thou art my trust from my youth. Psalms 71.6 By thee have I been holden up from the womb: thou art he that took me out of my mother’s bowels: my praise shall be continually of thee. Psalms 71.7 I am as a wonder unto many; but thou art my strong refuge. Psalms 71.8 Let my mouth be filled with thy praise and with thy honour all the day. Psalms 71.9 Cast me not off in the time of old age; forsake me not when my strength faileth. Psalms 71.10 For mine enemies speak against me; and they that lay wait for my soul take counsel together, Psalms 71.11 Saying, God hath forsaken him: persecute and take him; for there is none to deliver him. Psalms 71.12 O God, be not far from me: O my God, make haste for my help. Psalms 71.13 Let them be confounded and consumed that are adversaries to my soul; let them be covered with reproach and dishonour that seek my hurt. Psalms 71.14 But I will hope continually, and will yet praise thee more and more. Psalms 71.15 My mouth shall shew forth thy righteousness and thy salvation all the day; for I know not the numbers thereof. Psalms 71.16 I will go in the strength of the Lord GOD: I will make mention of thy righteousness, even of thine only. Psalms 71.17 O God, thou hast taught me from my youth: and hitherto have I declared thy wondrous works. Psalms 71.18 Now also when I am old and greyheaded, O God, forsake me not; until I have shewed thy strength unto this generation, and thy power to every one that is to come. Psalms 71.19 Thy righteousness also, O God, is very high, who hast done great things: O God, who is like unto thee! Psalms 71.20 Thou, which hast shewed me great and sore troubles, shalt quicken me again, and shalt bring me up again from the depths of the earth. Psalms 71.21 Thou shalt increase my greatness, and comfort me on every side. Psalms 71.22 I will also praise thee with the psaltery, even thy truth, O my God: unto thee will I sing with the harp, O thou Holy One of Israel. Psalms 71.23 My lips shall greatly rejoice when I sing unto thee; and my soul, which thou hast redeemed. Psalms 71.24 My tongue also shall talk of thy righteousness all the day long: for they are confounded, for they are brought unto shame, that seek my hurt.

Psalms : Chapter 71

Reflection on Psalm 71

Psalm 71, likely composed by David in his old age, constitutes a solemn appeal for continued divine protection. It raises a vital question: how can faith be maintained throughout life? This reflective text evokes God's faithfulness, who has accompanied the psalmist since his youth, while also asking for special support in his later years.

The Central Themes of Psalm 71

This psalm addresses fundamental themes such as enduring trust, intergenerational witness, and enduring praise. It inspires a faith that strengthens with age, inviting each believer to consider with us five biblical passages that resonate with the lifelong faithfulness expressed in this moving psalm.

Inspirational Bible Passages

2 Timothy 4:18: "The Lord will deliver me from every evil work and bring me safely into his heavenly kingdom. To him be glory forever and ever. Amen." This verse echoes the theme of trust in divine deliverance found in Psalm 71.

Isaiah 46:4: "Even to your old age I will be the same, and even to your gray hairs I will carry you; I created you and will take you; yes, I will carry you and save you." This passage reflects God's constant support of the psalmist in his old age.

1 Peter 1:5: "That you are kept by the power of God through faith for the salvation prepared to be revealed in the last time." Like Psalm 71, this verse emphasizes God's continued protection.

Jeremiah 17:14: "Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved; for you are my praise." This call for healing and salvation resonates with the psalmist's pleas in Psalm 71.

Luke 1:46-47: "Then Mary said, 'My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior.'" Mary's praise echoes the gratitude and exultation expressed in Psalm 71.

Conclusion

Psalm 71 reminds us that faith is a journey nourished by experiences and testimonies. Throughout the ages, God remains faithful, and He is our refuge at every stage of our lives. May these verses accompany and strengthen us in our walk with Him.