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Psalm 138:8
ESV The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me; your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever. Do not forsake the work of your hands.
NIV The Lord will vindicate me; your love, Lord, endures forever— do not abandon the works of your hands.
NASB The Lord will accomplish what concerns me; Your faithfulness, Lord, is everlasting; Do not abandon the works of Your hands.
CSB The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me. Lord, your faithful love endures forever; do not abandon the work of your hands.
NLT The Lord will work out his plans for my life — for your faithful love, O Lord, endures forever. Don’t abandon me, for you made me.
KJV The Lord will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O Lord, endureth for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands.
NKJV The Lord will perfect that which concerns me; Your mercy, O Lord, endures forever; Do not forsake the works of Your hands.

What does Psalm 138:8 mean?

Please see our chapter commentary on Psalm 138; verse-level content coming soon!
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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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