Psalms 143:8
Psalms 143:8 in Multiple Translations
Let me hear Your loving devotion in the morning, for I have put my trust in You. Teach me the way I should walk, for to You I lift up my soul.
Cause me to hear thy lovingkindness in the morning; for in thee do I trust: cause me to know the way wherein I should walk; for I lift up my soul unto thee.
Cause me to hear thy lovingkindness in the morning; For in thee do I trust: Cause me to know the way wherein I should walk; For I lift up my soul unto thee.
Let the story of your mercy come to me in the morning, for my hope is in you: give me knowledge of the way in which I am to go; for my soul is lifted up to you.
Tell me every morning about your trustworthy love, because I put my confidence in you. Show me the way I should go, because I dedicate myself to you.
Let me heare thy louing kindenes in the morning, for in thee is my trust: shewe mee the waie, that I should walke in, for I lift vp my soule vnto thee.
Cause me to hear in the morning Thy kindness, For in Thee I have trusted, Cause me to know the way that I go, For unto Thee I have lifted up my soul.
Cause me to hear your loving kindness in the morning, for I trust in you. Cause me to know the way in which I should walk, for I lift up my soul to you.
Cause me to hear thy loving-kindness in the morning; for in thee do I trust: cause me to know the way in which I should walk; for I lift up my soul to thee.
Whose mouth hath spoken vanity: and their right hand is the right hand of iniquity.
Every morning cause me to remember that you faithfully love me, because I trust in you. I ◄pray/send my prayers up [IDM]► to you; show me what I should do.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 143:8
Hover over any word to see its amplified meaning. Click a word to explore its full definition and translation comparisons.
Amplified text is generated using scripting to tie together English translations for comparison. Always refer to the core BSB translation and original Hebrew/Greek text for accuracy. Anomalies may occur.
Psalms 143:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
Select any word above to explore its original meaning, root, and usage across Scripture.
Use ← → arrow keys to navigate between words.
Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 143:8
Study Notes — Psalms 143:8
- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 143:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 143:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 143:8
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 143:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 143:8
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 143:8
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 143:8
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 143:8
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 143:8
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 143:8
- Sermons on Psalms 143:8
Context — I Stretch Out My Hands to You
8Let me hear Your loving devotion in the morning, for I have put my trust in You. Teach me the way I should walk, for to You I lift up my soul.
9Deliver me from my enemies, O LORD; I flee to You for refuge. 10Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God. May Your good Spirit lead me on level ground.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Psalms 25:4–5 | Show me Your ways, O LORD; teach me Your paths. Guide me in Your truth and teach me, for You are the God of my salvation; all day long I wait for You. |
| 2 | Proverbs 3:5–6 | Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. |
| 3 | Isaiah 48:17 | Thus says the LORD your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: “I am the LORD your God, who teaches you for your benefit, who directs you in the way you should go. |
| 4 | Psalms 32:8 | I will instruct you and teach you the way you should go; I will give you counsel and watch over you. |
| 5 | Psalms 46:5 | God is within her; she will not be moved. God will help her when morning dawns. |
| 6 | Isaiah 30:21 | And whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear this command behind you: “This is the way. Walk in it.” |
| 7 | Psalms 143:10 | Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God. May Your good Spirit lead me on level ground. |
| 8 | Psalms 59:16 | But I will sing of Your strength and proclaim Your loving devotion in the morning. For You are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble. |
| 9 | Psalms 27:11 | Teach me Your way, O LORD, and lead me on a level path, because of my oppressors. |
| 10 | Psalms 86:4 | Bring joy to Your servant, for to You, O Lord, I lift up my soul. |
Psalms 143:8 Summary
[Psalms 143:8 is a beautiful expression of the Psalmist's desire to start each day with a sense of God's love and guidance, and to trust in His care and protection. This verse reminds us that we can come to God with our needs and concerns, and ask for His teaching and direction, just as the Psalmist does. As we seek to follow God's will, we can remember that He is our loving Father, who desires to guide and direct us, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11 and Matthew 7:7-8. By surrendering our lives to God and seeking His guidance, we can walk in His ways and experience His love and faithfulness.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'hear Your loving devotion in the morning'?
This phrase means to experience and be reminded of God's love and faithfulness at the start of each day, just as the Psalmist expresses in Psalms 143:8, and it is a desire to begin the day with a sense of God's presence and guidance, as seen in Psalms 5:3 and Lamentations 3:23.
Why does the Psalmist ask to be taught the way to walk?
The Psalmist asks to be taught the way to walk because he recognizes his need for God's guidance and direction in life, as expressed in Psalms 143:8, and this is a humble acknowledgment of his dependence on God, similar to what is seen in Proverbs 3:5-6.
What does it mean to 'lift up my soul' to God?
To 'lift up my soul' to God means to entrust one's entire being, including thoughts, emotions, and desires, to God's care and protection, as the Psalmist does in Psalms 143:8, and this is an act of surrender and trust, as seen in Psalms 25:1 and Psalms 86:4.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways you can intentionally seek to 'hear God's loving devotion' at the start of your day?
- In what areas of your life do you need God's guidance and teaching, and how can you surrender these areas to Him?
- What does it mean for you to 'lift up your soul' to God, and how can you cultivate this posture of trust and surrender in your daily life?
- How can you balance the desire for God's guidance with the need to take action and make decisions in your life, as you seek to follow God's will?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 143:8
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 143:8
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 143:8
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 143:8
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 143:8
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 143:8
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 143:8
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 143:8
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 143:8
Sermons on Psalms 143:8
| Sermon | Description | |
|---|---|---|
|
(Grace Baptist) Wait on the Lord by Bill McLeod | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of David and his battle with the Philistines. Instead of repeating the same strategy as before, God instructs David to stand by the |
|
On Eagles' Wings Pt 134 by Don Courville | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of waiting on God. He shares his personal experience of being in a season where all invitations and opportunities stopped, and |
|
The Lord's Times by Charles E. Cowman | Charles E. Cowman preaches about the beauty and majesty of God's creation in the morning, emphasizing the joy and rejoicing that comes with witnessing the dawn break and the sun ri |
|
Finding the Way - Part 1 by J.R. Miller | J.R. Miller emphasizes God's intimate guidance in our lives, comparing His precision in directing celestial bodies to His care for each individual. He reassures that God is deeply |
|
Exposition on Psalm 144 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches on the spiritual battles we face, drawing parallels between David's victory over Goliath and Christ's triumph over the devil. He emphasizes the importance of |
|
Daily Meditations and Prayers by John Bradford | John Bradford preaches about the importance of daily meditations and prayers, guiding believers to pray at various moments throughout the day, from waking up to going to bed, empha |
|
John 10:1-6. the Parable of the Good Shepherd. by Favell Lee Mortimer | Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the Pharisees' misunderstanding of Jesus' parable of the good shepherd, likening them to thieves and robbers who cared more about their own gain |







