Psalms 115:1
Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, but unto thy name give glory, for thy mercy, and for thy truth’s sake.
Main message
Psalm 115:1 refuses self-glory and directs honor to God's name because of steadfast love and faithfulness.
Meaning in context
Psalm 115:1–3 · Glory belongs to God — The opening redirects glory to God and answers the nations' challenge by affirming divine sovereignty.
The community's first move is not self-congratulation but dependence on God's covenant character.
Further teachings
Humility belongs inside worship
Public faith is not meant to magnify the community's ego.
Cross References: Psalm 115:1.
Applications in daily life
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When success invites self-promotion
Give credit truthfully and resist turning spiritual language into personal branding.
Humility does not require denying real human work or responsibility.
Related Bible passages and resources
Common misreadings
Giving glory to God means people should never acknowledge human contribution.
The verse rejects ultimate self-glory, not honest recognition of human effort and responsibility.
How to Apply Psalms 115:1
Study Psalms 115:1 in context by reading the surrounding passage in Psalms. Identify one person in your life who might be encouraged by this verse from Scripture. Share it with them and open a conversation rooted in Scripture — sometimes the most practical application is passing the Word along.
Sources & Method
Biblical text
Psalm 115:1 (en).
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- The Lord Will Editorial Team
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