Psalms 120:1

Main message

In distress, the psalmist calls to the LORD and testifies that God hears.

Meaning in context

Psalm 120:1–2 · Distress and deceit — The pilgrim cries to God for rescue from lying and deceptive speech.

Further teachings

Applications in daily life

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   When distress is acute

   Bring the situation to God honestly while also taking prudent practical action.

   Being heard by God does not mean every crisis ends immediately or in the form requested.

Related Bible passages and resources

• Psalm 120

  Read the prayer within the whole movement from deceit toward peace.

Common misreadings

Related Verses

• Psalms 34:17

  “The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.”

• Psalms 46:1

  “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”

• Psalms 107:6

  “Then they cried unto the Lord in their trouble, and he delivered them out of their distresses.”

• Psalms 18:6

  “In my distress I called upon the Lord, and cried unto my God: he heard my voice out of his temple, and my cry came before him, even into his ears.”

• Nahum 1:7

  “The Lord is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him.”

How to Apply Psalms 120:1

Use Psalms 120:1 as a daily declaration. Speak it over your circumstances, inserting your name where relevant. Let its promise from Psalms anchor your perspective as you navigate decisions related to on the theme of Distress in the Bible, and share it with one person who might need it today.