Continuous Praise: God Hears the Afflicted
I will praise the Lord at all times for He heard my cry and delivered me; His angel encamps around those who fear Him to keep them safe.
Psalms 34:1–7 (BSB)
1 I will bless the LORD at all times; His praise will always be on my lips.
2 My soul boasts in the LORD; let the oppressed hear and rejoice.
3 Magnify the LORD with me; let us exalt His name together.
4 I sought the LORD, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears.
5 Those who look to Him are radiant with joy; their faces shall never be ashamed.
6 This poor man called out, and the LORD heard him; He saved him from all his troubles.
7 The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear Him, and he delivers them.
What is the big idea of Psalms 34:1–7?
I will praise the Lord at all times for He heard my cry and delivered me; His angel encamps around those who fear Him to keep them safe.
How does Psalms 34:1–7 point to Christ?
Jesus is the true 'Radiant One' who became a 'Poor Man' for us; because He was surrounded by enemies and delivered through death, He now encamps around us as our eternal Savior and Shield.
Authorial Intent
To offer public thanksgiving for a miraculous escape from danger and to invite the community of the afflicted to find encouragement in God’s attentive and protective care.
Chapter: Psalm 34
Taste and See the LORD's Goodness in Fear and Refuge
Those who seek, fear, and take refuge in the LORD can praise Him continually because He hears the afflicted, draws near to the brokenhearted, delivers the righteous, and redeems His servants from condemnation.