Psalms 50:16
The Scripture
(16) But unto the wicked God saith, What hast thou to do to declare my statutes, or that thou shouldest take my covenant in thy mouth?
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the psalmist addresses the king’s people, urging them to be mindful of the throne’s authority and to avoid the pitfalls of pride and rebellion. He reminds them that the king’s rule is a covenant of justice and that the people must humble themselves before the divine throne. The passage calls for reverence, obedience, and a heart that seeks God’s will.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Isaiah 48:22Isaiah 55:6Isaiah 55:7Ezekiel 18:27Proverbs 26:7Isaiah 1:11Isaiah 1:12Isaiah 1:13Isaiah 1:14Isaiah 1:15Isaiah 48:1Isaiah 48:2
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