Psalms 140 · Grade 4
Prayer Against Hidden Traps
Read and Think
Psalm 140 is titled For the Chief Musician. A Psalm by David. David faced people who devise mischief in their hearts. They have sharpened their tongues like a serpent. Their words were poisonous, and they planned to trip his feet.
The proud have hidden a snare for me, David says. They have set traps for me. In danger, he speaks simply: I said to Yahweh, You are my God. He calls God the strength of my salvation who covered his head in the day of battle.
David asks God not to let wicked plans succeed. He asks that their own evil words come back on them. Then he ends with confidence: I know that Yahweh will maintain the cause of the afflicted, and justice for the needy. Surely the righteous will give thanks to your name.
Show What You Know
How does David describe his enemies' tongues?
What were his enemies planning?
What picture shows God's protection in battle?
What is David sure God will do?
Word Bank Fill-In
Use the word bank to fill in each blank.
- In danger, he speaks simply: I said to Yahweh, You are my .
- He calls God the of my salvation who covered his head in the day of battle.
- Surely the righteous will give to your name.
Think About It
David's enemies used words like poison. How can you use your words to help instead of hurt?
David said simply, You are my God. How can that short prayer help you when you are in trouble?
Memory Verse
“I know that Yahweh will maintain the cause of the afflicted, and justice for the needy.”
Psalms 140:12 (WEB)
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Prayer
Dear God, thank You for being my strength. Help me . Amen.
Take It Home
For families: talk about these together.
- David asked God not to let wicked plans succeed. How does trusting God's justice free you from bitterness?
- Where does Paul quote Psalm 140?
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