Psalms 50:15
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Psalms 50:15
15 And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me.
Chapter Context
Psalms 50 is a poetic and liturgical chapter in the Old Testament that explores themes of truth, love, obedience. Written during various periods (c. 1000-400 BCE), this chapter should be understood within its historical context: Temple worship utilized these compositions across various periods of Israel's history.
The chapter can be divided into several sections:
- Verses 1-5: Introduction and setting the context
- Verses 6-12: Development of key themes
- Verses 13-20: Central message and teachings
- Verses 21-23: Conclusion and application
This chapter is significant because it offers practical wisdom for godly living in a fallen world. When studying this passage, it's important to consider both its immediate context within Psalms and its broader place in the scriptural canon.
Verse Study
Psalms 50:15
15 And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me.
Analysis
The prayer invitation: 'And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me.' God offers relationship: call on Him in trouble, receive deliverance, respond with glory. This is not transaction but covenant--mutual commitment, with God initiating and sustaining.
Historical Context
This verse summarizes the pattern of faith: human need, divine call, prayer, deliverance, glory to God. It appears throughout biblical narrative from patriarchs through prophets to the church.
Reflection
- How is calling on God in trouble an act of faith and worship?
- What is the connection between receiving deliverance and giving God glory?
Cross-References
- Parallel theme: Psalms 81:7, 91:15, 107:19, 107:28, Job 22:27, Zechariah 13:9