Psalms 28:4
Psalms 28:4 in Multiple Translations
Repay them according to their deeds and for their works of evil. Repay them for what their hands have done; bring back on them what they deserve.
Give them according to their deeds, and according to the wickedness of their endeavours: give them after the work of their hands; render to them their desert.
Give them according to their work, and according to the wickedness of their doings: Give them after the operation of their hands; Render to them their desert.
Give them the right reward of their acts, and of their evil doings: give them punishment for the works of their hands, let them have their full reward.
Give them what they deserve for their evil actions. Pay them back for what they've done. Give them the reward they've earned!
Reward them according to their deedes, and according to the wickednes of their inuentions: recompense them after the woorke of their handes: render them their reward.
Give to them according to their acting, And according to the evil of their doings. According to the work of their hands give to them. Return their deed to them.
Give them according to their work, and according to the wickedness of their doings. Give them according to the operation of their hands. Bring back on them what they deserve.
Give them according to their deeds, and according to the wickedness of their endeavors: give them after the work of their hands; render to them their desert.
The voice of the Lord is in power; the voice of the Lord in magnificence.
Punish those people in the way that they deserve for what they have done; punish them for their evil deeds [DOU].
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 28:4
Study Notes — Psalms 28:4
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- Psalms 28:4 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 28:4
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 28:4
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 28:4
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 28:4
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 28:4
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 28:4
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 28:4
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 28:4
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 28:4
- Sermons on Psalms 28:4
Context — The LORD Is My Strength
4Repay them according to their deeds and for their works of evil. Repay them for what their hands have done; bring back on them what they deserve.
5Since they show no regard for the works of the LORD or what His hands have done, He will tear them down and never rebuild them. 6Blessed be the LORD, for He has heard my cry for mercy.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Revelation 22:12 | “Behold, I am coming soon, and My reward is with Me, to give to each one according to what he has done. |
| 2 | 2 Timothy 4:14 | Alexander the coppersmith did great harm to me. The Lord will repay him according to his deeds. |
| 3 | Revelation 18:6 | Give back to her as she has done to others; pay her back double for what she has done; mix her a double portion in her own cup. |
| 4 | Psalms 109:17–21 | The cursing that he loved, may it fall on him; the blessing in which he refused to delight, may it be far from him. The cursing that he wore like a coat, may it soak into his body like water, and into his bones like oil. May it be like a robe wrapped about him, like a belt tied forever around him. May this be the LORD’s reward to my accusers, to those who speak evil against me. But You, O GOD, the Lord, deal kindly with me for the sake of Your name; deliver me by the goodness of Your loving devotion. |
| 5 | Psalms 69:22–24 | May their table become a snare; may it be a retribution and a trap. May their eyes be darkened so they cannot see, and their backs be bent forever. Pour out Your wrath upon them, and let Your burning anger overtake them. |
| 6 | Psalms 59:12–13 | By the sins of their mouths and the words of their lips, let them be trapped in their pride, in the curses and lies they utter. Consume them in wrath; consume them till they are no more, so it may be known to the ends of the earth that God rules over Jacob. Selah |
| 7 | Psalms 2:1–5 | Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain? The kings of the earth take their stand and the rulers gather together, against the LORD and against His Anointed One: “Let us break Their chains and cast away Their cords.” The One enthroned in heaven laughs; the Lord taunts them. Then He rebukes them in His anger, and terrifies them in His fury: |
| 8 | Ezekiel 38:10 | This is what the Lord GOD says: On that day, thoughts will arise in your mind, and you will devise an evil plan. |
| 9 | Psalms 103:10 | He has not dealt with us according to our sins or repaid us according to our iniquities. |
| 10 | Ezra 9:13 | After all that has come upon us because of our evil deeds and our great guilt (though You, our God, have punished us less than our iniquities deserve and have given us such a remnant as this), |
Psalms 28:4 Summary
This verse is saying that God should punish the wicked people according to what they have done, as seen in Psalms 28:4. The Psalmist is asking God to be just and fair, and to give the wicked what they deserve, similar to what is described in Proverbs 11:21 and Jeremiah 17:10. This is not about seeking revenge, but about trusting in God's justice and sovereignty, as described in Romans 12:19 and Deuteronomy 32:35. We can learn from this verse to trust in God's justice and to seek His mercy and forgiveness, as seen in Psalms 103:8-12 and Matthew 6:14-15.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the Psalmist ask God to repay the wicked according to their deeds?
The Psalmist asks God to repay the wicked according to their deeds because he believes in God's justice, as seen in Psalms 28:4, and wants to see the wicked held accountable for their actions, similar to what is described in Proverbs 24:12 and Jeremiah 25:14.
Is the Psalmist seeking revenge when he asks God to repay the wicked?
No, the Psalmist is not seeking revenge, but rather seeking God's justice and righteousness, as seen in Psalms 28:4, and trusting in God's sovereignty, as described in Romans 12:19 and Deuteronomy 32:35.
What does the phrase 'bring back on them what they deserve' mean?
The phrase 'bring back on them what they deserve' means that the Psalmist is asking God to give the wicked the consequences of their actions, as seen in Psalms 28:4, similar to what is described in Galatians 6:7-8 and Job 4:8.
How can we balance the desire for justice with the command to love our enemies?
We can balance the desire for justice with the command to love our enemies by trusting in God's justice, as seen in Psalms 28:4, and loving our enemies as described in Matthew 5:44, while also seeking God's mercy and forgiveness, as seen in Luke 6:27-36 and Matthew 6:14-15.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I have seen God's justice at work in my life or in the world around me?
- How can I trust in God's sovereignty and justice when I see wickedness and evil in the world?
- What are some ways that I can love my enemies and pray for those who persecute me, as described in Matthew 5:44?
- How can I seek God's mercy and forgiveness for my own sins, as seen in Psalms 51:1-2 and Luke 18:13-14?
- What does it mean to 'show regard for the works of the LORD' and how can I do this in my daily life, as seen in Psalms 28:5?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 28:4
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 28:4
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 28:4
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 28:4
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 28:4
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 28:4
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 28:4
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 28:4
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 28:4
Sermons on Psalms 28:4
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Design or Intention Constitutes Character by Charles Finney | Charles Finney emphasizes that a person's moral character is defined by their ultimate intention rather than their actions or subordinate intentions. He explains the distinction be |
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Laws of Spiritual Progress - Part 1 by Derek Prince | In this sermon, the speaker discusses two lessons they have learned about making spiritual progress. The first principle they emphasize is the importance of taking a step of faith |
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At the End of Time - Part 1 by Derek Prince | This sermon delves into the themes of the end of time, eternity, and the importance of focusing on the eternal realm rather than just temporal matters. It emphasizes the contrast b |
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Judgement Seat - Part 2 by Leonard Ravenhill | Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the significance of our lives and actions in the context of the Judgment Seat of Christ, where every believer will be held accountable for their servic |
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The Judgement Seat of Christ - Part 2 (Alternate) by Leonard Ravenhill | Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the significance of the Judgment Seat of Christ, where every believer's life and service will be evaluated. He contrasts the eternal rewards for faithf |
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The Judgment of God and the Great White Throne! by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of God's revelation and warns about the consequences of its removal. He highlights that on Judgment Day, all the knowledge an |
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The Ancient of Days on the Judgment Throne by W.F. Kumuyi | This sermon emphasizes the importance of being prepared for the second coming of Christ, highlighting the need for repentance, righteousness, and readiness for judgment. It delves |





