◄ Psalm 56:10 ►
In God, whose word I praise, in the LORD, whose word I praise,
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In God, whose word I praise
This phrase emphasizes the psalmist's deep trust and reverence for God's word. The term "God" here is translated from the Hebrew "Elohim," which signifies the Creator and Judge of the universe. The psalmist's praise for God's word reflects a recognition of its authority and reliability. In the context of ancient Israel, the word of God was central to worship and daily life, often recited and memorized. This phrase also connects to Psalm 119, which extensively praises God's word, highlighting its role as a guide and source of wisdom. The act of praising God's word suggests a personal relationship and reliance on divine promises, which is a recurring theme throughout the Psalms.

in the LORD, whose word I praise
The use of "LORD" here is derived from the Hebrew "Yahweh," the covenant name of God, emphasizing a personal and relational aspect of God. This distinction between "God" and "LORD" in the same verse underscores the multifaceted nature of God as both the universal Creator and the personal covenant-keeper. The repetition of "whose word I praise" reinforces the importance of God's word in the life of the believer. It suggests a dual acknowledgment of God's transcendence and immanence. This phrase can be linked to the New Testament, where Jesus is described as the Word made flesh (John 1:14), fulfilling the promises and prophecies of the Old Testament. The psalmist's praise for the word of Yahweh anticipates the ultimate revelation of God through Christ, who embodies the word and fulfills the covenant promises.

Persons / Places / Events
1. David
The author of Psalm 56, David wrote this psalm during a time of great distress when he was seized by the Philistines in Gath. His reliance on God during this period is a central theme.

2. Philistines
A group of people who were often in conflict with Israel. David's capture by them sets the backdrop for this psalm, highlighting his trust in God despite being in enemy territory.

3. Gath
A Philistine city where David was taken. This location is significant as it represents a place of danger and fear for David, yet also a place where he chose to trust in God.
Teaching Points
The Power of God's Word
God's word is not just a collection of texts but a powerful, living force that can guide, comfort, and protect us in times of trouble.

Trust in God's Promises
Like David, we are called to trust in the promises of God, even when circumstances seem dire. His word is a foundation we can rely on.

Praise as a Response to Fear
David's response to fear was to praise God. In our own lives, turning to praise can shift our focus from our problems to God's sovereignty.

Consistency in Faith
David's repeated praise of God's word ("whose word I praise") shows a consistent faith. We should strive for a faith that remains steadfast regardless of our situation.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does David's situation in Gath enhance the meaning of his praise for God's word in Psalm 56:10?

2. In what ways can you incorporate the practice of praising God's word into your daily life, especially during challenging times?

3. How does the power of God's word, as described in Hebrews 4:12, encourage you to trust in it more fully?

4. Reflect on a time when you faced fear or uncertainty. How did turning to God's word help you, and how can you apply this experience to future challenges?

5. How can the consistency of David's faith in praising God's word inspire you to develop a more steadfast faith in your own spiritual journey?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Psalm 119:105
This verse speaks of God's word as a lamp and light, emphasizing the guidance and clarity it provides, similar to David's praise of God's word in Psalm 56:10.

Hebrews 4:12
This passage describes the word of God as living and active, reinforcing the power and significance of God's word that David praises.

Isaiah 55:11
This scripture highlights the effectiveness and purpose of God's word, aligning with David's trust and praise for God's word in his life.
Sermons
Fear and DeliveranceW. Forsyth Psalm 56:1-13
The Deprecable and the DesirableHomilistPsalm 56:1-13
The Struggle and Victory of FaithC. Short Psalm 56:1-13
Prayer Vanquishing EnemiesHelps for the PulpitPsalm 56:9-11
People
David, Psalmist, Saul
Places
Jerusalem
Topics
Praise
Dictionary of Bible Themes
Psalm 56:10

     8166   theology

Psalm 56:9-11

     8135   knowing God, nature of

Psalm 56:10-11

     8031   trust, importance

Library
March 27. "What Time I am Afraid, I Will Trust in Thee" (Ps. Lvi. 3).
"What time I am afraid, I will trust in Thee" (Ps. lvi. 3). We shall never forget a remark Mr. George Mueller once made in answer to a gentleman who asked him the best way to have strong faith. "The only way," replied the patriarch of faith, "to learn strong faith is to endure great trials. I have learned my faith by standing firm amid severe testings." This is very true. The time to trust is when all else fails. Dear one, if you scarcely realize the value of your present opportunity, if you are …
Rev. A. B. Simpson—Days of Heaven Upon Earth

A Song of Deliverance
'For Thou hast delivered my soul from death: hast Thou not delivered my feet from falling? that I may walk before God in the light of the living.'--PSALM lvi. 13 (R.V.). According to the ancient Jewish tradition preserved in the superscription of this psalm, it was written at the lowest ebb of David's fortunes, 'when the Philistines took him in Gath,' and as you may remember, he saved himself by adding the fox's hide to the lion's skin, and by pretending to be an idiot, degraded as well as delivered …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

Fear and Faith
What time I am afraid, I will trust in Thee. 4. ... In God I have put my trust: I will not fear.'--PSALM lvi. 3, 4. It is not given to many men to add new words to the vocabulary of religious emotion. But so far as an examination of the Old Testament avails, I find that David was the first that ever employed the word that is here translated, I will trust, with a religious meaning. It is found occasionally in earlier books of the Bible in different connections, never in regard to man's relations …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

January the Thirtieth Irresistible Artillery
"When I cry unto Thee, then shall mine enemies turn back." --PSALM lvi. But it must be a real "cry"! It must not be an idle recitation which sheds no blood. It must be a cry like the cry of the drowning, a cry which cleaves the air like a bullet. Said a man to me some while ago, "Assault the heavens with cries for me!" That is the cry which takes the kingdom by storm. When such a cry rends the heavens, "my enemies turn back." A secret and irresistible artillery begins to play upon them, and their …
John Henry Jowett—My Daily Meditation for the Circling Year

Now this Election the Apostle Demonstrating to Be...
17. Now this election the Apostle demonstrating to be, not of merits going before in good works, but election of grace, saith thus: "And in this time a remnant by election of grace is saved. But if by grace, then is it no more of works, otherwise grace is no more grace." [2672] This is election of grace; that is, election in which through the grace of God men are elected: this, I say, is election of grace which goes before all good merits of men. For if it be to any good merits that it is given, …
St. Augustine—On Patience

Motives to Holy Mourning
Let me exhort Christians to holy mourning. I now persuade to such a mourning as will prepare the soul for blessedness. Oh that our hearts were spiritual limbecs, distilling the water of holy tears! Christ's doves weep. They that escape shall be like doves of the valleys, all of them mourning, every one for his iniquity' (Ezekiel 7:16). There are several divine motives to holy mourning: 1 Tears cannot be put to a better use. If you weep for outward losses, you lose your tears. It is like a shower …
Thomas Watson—The Beatitudes: An Exposition of Matthew 5:1-12

The Providence of God
Q-11: WHAT ARE GOD'S WORKS OF PROVIDENCE? A: God's works of providence are the acts of his most holy, wise, and powerful government of his creatures, and of their actions. Of the work of God's providence Christ says, My Father worketh hitherto and I work.' John 5:17. God has rested from the works of creation, he does not create any new species of things. He rested from all his works;' Gen 2:2; and therefore it must needs be meant of his works of providence: My Father worketh and I work.' His kingdom …
Thomas Watson—A Body of Divinity

Degrees of Sin
Are all transgressions of the law equally heinous? Some sins in themselves, and by reason of several aggravations, are more heinous in the sight of God than others. He that delivered me unto thee, has the greater sin.' John 19: 11. The Stoic philosophers held that all sins were equal; but this Scripture clearly holds forth that there is a gradual difference in sin; some are greater than others; some are mighty sins,' and crying sins.' Amos 5: 12; Gen 18: 21. Every sin has a voice to speak, but some …
Thomas Watson—The Ten Commandments

A Few Sighs from Hell;
or, The Groans of the Damned Soul: or, An Exposition of those Words in the Sixteenth of Luke, Concerning the Rich Man and the Beggar WHEREIN IS DISCOVERED THE LAMENTABLE STATE OF THE DAMNED; THEIR CRIES, THEIR DESIRES IN THEIR DISTRESSES, WITH THE DETERMINATION OF GOD UPON THEM. A GOOD WARNING WORD TO SINNERS, BOTH OLD AND YOUNG, TO TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION BETIMES, AND TO SEEK, BY FAITH IN JESUS CHRIST, TO AVOID, LEST THEY COME INTO THE SAME PLACE OF TORMENT. Also, a Brief Discourse touching the …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3

The Great Shepherd
He shall feed his flock like a shepherd; He shall gather the lambs with His arm, and carry them in His bosom, and shall gently lead those that are with young. I t is not easy for those, whose habits of life are insensibly formed by the customs of modern times, to conceive any adequate idea of the pastoral life, as obtained in the eastern countries, before that simplicity of manners, which characterized the early ages, was corrupted, by the artificial and false refinements of luxury. Wealth, in those …
John Newton—Messiah Vol. 1

Psalms
The piety of the Old Testament Church is reflected with more clearness and variety in the Psalter than in any other book of the Old Testament. It constitutes the response of the Church to the divine demands of prophecy, and, in a less degree, of law; or, rather, it expresses those emotions and aspirations of the universal heart which lie deeper than any formal demand. It is the speech of the soul face to face with God. Its words are as simple and unaffected as human words can be, for it is the genius …
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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