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The psalmist looks to God with unwavering devotion by declaring, I will also praise You with a harp, Even Your truth, O my God (v. 22). In these words, the musician suggests a commitment to worship through instruments and a heartfelt recognition of God’s truth, reminding us that praise can be expressed in tangible, artful ways. There is a deep reverence here in Psalm 71:22-24 for the Holy One of Israel, who formed a covenant with Israel and invited them into a bond of steadfast love. Although this psalm does not explicitly state its author, many believe David wrote it near the end of his life, reflecting on the long history of God’s faithfulness to him and to the nation he served.
Continuing the theme of worship, the declaration My lips will shout for joy when I sing praises to You; And my soul, which You have redeemed (v. 23) highlights a personal connection between the singer’s physical expressions of praise and the inner reality of the soul. To be redeemed suggests deliverance from peril, evoking the echoes of Israel’s own story of redemption from slavery and exile (Exodus 13:14). This union of outward songs and inward gratitude underscores how praise springs from a heart touched by God’s rescuing power. Even for believers today, it can recall the saving work of Jesus, who redeems the soul through His sacrifice (Titus 2:14).
The psalmist’s closing line, My tongue also will utter Your righteousness all day long; For they are ashamed, for they are humiliated who seek my hurt (v. 24), shows that honoring God’s righteous character publicly can be a form of trust in His vindication. Our human inclination is often to focus on the wrongs done by others, but the psalmist calls instead to proclaim the goodness of God. He believes God will handle those who attempt to bring harm, leaving them in disarray. This reliance on divine justice encourages us to entrust our conflicts to God, believing He is able to confront wrongdoing and restore honor to those who faithfully look to Him.
Used with permission from TheBibleSays.com.
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