1
Save me, O God, by thy name, and judge me by thy strength.
2
Hear my prayer, O God; give ear to the words of my mouth.
3
For strangers are risen up against me, and oppressors seek after my soul: they have not set God before them. Selah.
4
Behold, God is mine helper: the Lord is with them that uphold my soul.
5
He shall reward evil unto mine enemies: cut them off in thy truth.
6
I will freely sacrifice unto thee: I will praise thy name, O LORD; for it is good.
7
For he hath delivered me out of all trouble: and mine eye hath seen his desire upon mine enemies.
Psalms 54 Study & Commentary
Overview & Chapter Summary
Psalm 54 is a short prayer for deliverance from "strangers" and "oppressors." David confidently asserts that God is his helper and will uphold his soul.
Theological Context & Insights
CONTEMPORARY APPLICATIONS
1. God as Helper: "Behold, God is mine helper" (v. 4). This should be our primary confession in any time of opposition.
2. Voluntary Praise: David promises to "freely sacrifice" and praise God’s name because it is good.
Practical Lessons & Daily Application
FORMAL PRAYER
Save me, O God, by thy name, and judge me by thy strength. Hear my prayer, O God; give ear to the words of my mouth. Amen.