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Psalm 138:7
ESV Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life; you stretch out your hand against the wrath of my enemies, and your right hand delivers me.
NIV Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life. You stretch out your hand against the anger of my foes; with your right hand you save me.
NASB Though I walk in the midst of trouble, You will revive me; You will reach out with Your hand against the wrath of my enemies, And Your right hand will save me.
CSB If I walk into the thick of danger, you will preserve my life from the anger of my enemies. You will extend your hand; your right hand will save me.
NLT Though I am surrounded by troubles, you will protect me from the anger of my enemies. You reach out your hand, and the power of your right hand saves me.
KJV 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.
NKJV Though I walk in the midst of trouble, You will revive me; You will stretch out Your hand Against the wrath of my enemies, And Your right hand will save me.

What does Psalm 138:7 mean?

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Context Summary
Psalm 138:7–8 expresses confidence with a statement similar to David's other psalms (Psalm 23:4; 27:3). David experienced much danger during his life (1 Samuel 17:44; 19:1–2, 11; 30:5–6; 2 Samuel 5:17; 15:13–14). Yet he also saw the Lord's protection and guidance (1 Samuel 17:37, 50–51; 23:2; 30:8). These events corresponded to the promises which the Lord had made (2 Samuel 5:12; 7:12–16). David is confident that God would accomplish His will, so he simply prays for the Lord to continue with His works.
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Chapter Summary
David publicly praises God for His faithfulness and salvation. Someday, all rulers of every nation will acknowledge the Lord. They will recognize His goodness and mercy. Despite troubles, David is confident in the Lord's plan. God has a purpose for David's life, so he is content to pray for aid and rest in God's loyal love.
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