Psalms 27:14
Wait on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the Lord.
Main message
Psalm 27:14: The psalm ends by commanding waiting for the LORD, strength and courage of heart, then repeats the call to wait.
Meaning in context
Psalm 27:11–14 · Teach me, protect me, and strengthen my heart — Verses 11–14 ask for a level path and protection from false witnesses, affirm hope in God’s goodness, and end with courageous waiting.
The psalm ends by commanding waiting for the LORD, strength and courage of heart, then repeats the call to wait.
Further teachings
Teach me, protect me, and strengthen my heart
The psalm ends by commanding waiting for the LORD, strength and courage of heart, then repeats the call to wait.
Cross References: Psalm 27:14 — Psalm 27:11–14.
Applications in daily life
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Psalm 27:14
The psalm ends by commanding waiting for the LORD, strength and courage of heart, then repeats the call to wait.
Waiting for the LORD is active, courageous dependence; it must not be used to keep someone in abuse, danger, untreated illness or prevent responsible action.
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Common misreadings
Waiting for the LORD is active, courageous dependence; it must not be used to keep someone in abuse, danger, untreated illness or prevent responsible action.
The psalm ends by commanding waiting for the LORD, strength and courage of heart, then repeats the call to wait. Keep the verse within Psalm 27’s movement from confidence, to desire for God’s presence, to lament, guidance and courageous waiting.
Cross References
- James 5:7
“Be patient therefore, brethren, unto the coming of the Lord. Behold, the husbandman waiteth for the precious fruit of the earth, and hath long patience for it, until he receive the early and latter rain.”
- Galatians 5:22
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,”
- Psalms 37:7
“Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.”
- Proverbs 14:29
“He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.”
- Romans 12:12
“Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer;”
Related Verses
- 1 Thessalonians 5:11
“Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do.”
- Hebrews 10:24
“And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works:”
- Isaiah 41:10
“Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.”
- Joshua 1:9
“Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.”
- 2 Corinthians 1:3
“Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort;”
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Promises and Prayers Connected to This Verse
Divine Promises
- I Will Be With Thee Whithersoever Thou Goest
- They That Wait Upon the LORD Shall Renew Their Strength
Prayer Points
- Asking for Strength Made Perfect in Weakness
- Waiting with the Farmer's Patience (James 5:7)
How to Apply Psalms 27:14
Pray through Psalms 27:14 slowly, pausing at each phrase. Journal what God highlights regarding on the theme of Encouragement in the Bible. Commit to one concrete application over the next seven days, and revisit your notes at the end of the week to see how your perspective has shifted through the lens of this passage.
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