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Bible Verse of the Day
Sep 3, 2025 4:05 AM

  Daily Verse Reflection

  Commentary on Psalm 71:1-13

  (Read Psalm 71:1-13)

  David prays that he might never be made ashamed of dependence upon God. With this petition every true believer may come boldly to the throne of grace. The gracious care of Divine providence in our birth and infancy, should engage us to early piety. He that was our Help from our birth, ought to be our Hope from our youth. Let none expect ease or comfort from the world. Those who love the Lord, often are hated and persecuted; men wondered at for their principles and conduct; but the Lord has been their strong refuge. The faithful servants of God may be assured that he will not cast them off in old age, nor forsake them when their strength fails.

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  Psalm 71:8 In-Context

  6 From birth I have relied on you; you brought me forth from my mother's womb. I will ever praise you.

  7 I have become a sign to many; you are my strong refuge.

  8 My mouth is filled with your praise, declaring your splendor all day long.

  9 Do not cast me away when I am old; do not forsake me when my strength is gone.

  10 For my enemies speak against me; those who wait to kill me conspire together.

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