Psalms 25:1–7
David lifts His soul to God, seeking guidance in truth and the forgiveness of past sins according to God's unfailing love.
1 To you, Yahweh, I lift up my soul.
2 My God, I have trusted in you. Don’t let me be shamed. Don’t let my enemies triumph over me.
3 Yes, no one who waits for you will be shamed. They will be shamed who deal treacherously without cause.
4 Show me your ways, Yahweh. Teach me your paths.
5 Guide me in your truth, and teach me, For you are the God of my salvation, I wait for you all day long.
6 Yahweh, remember your tender mercies and your loving kindness, for they are from old times.
7 Don’t remember the sins of my youth, nor my transgressions. Remember me according to your loving kindness, for your goodness’ sake, Yahweh.
David lifts his soul to God, seeking guidance in truth and the forgiveness of past sins according to God's unfailing love.
To present a comprehensive plea for divine guidance and the forgiveness of past sins, grounding the psalmist's hope in God's eternal character of mercy and love.
Trusting the LORD for Guidance, Mercy, and Redemption
Those who lift their souls to the LORD may seek His guidance, mercy, pardon, and deliverance because His covenant paths are love and faithfulness for the humble who fear Him.