Bible Strands
Psalms 55:16
But I call to God, and the LORD saves me.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The psalmist speaks to God in the midst of distress, immediately following a declaration of judgment against his enemies.
The words — אֶקְרָ֑א ('ek.Ra') = I will call out and יוֹשִׁיעֵֽ/נִי (yo.shi.'E./ni) = he will save me.
The thread — This pattern of calling to God for deliverance appears in Psalms 50:15 and Psalms 73:28, while Luke 6:11 records a contrasting human response to divine authority.
Why it lands — The text requires a reader to direct personal distress toward God for rescue rather than relying on self or seeking retaliation.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
As for me, I will call upon God; and the Lord shall save me.
Cross-references
- Psalms 50:15 Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor Me.”
- Luke 6:11 But the scribes and Pharisees were filled with rage and began to discuss with one another what they might do to Jesus.
- Psalms 73:28 But as for me, it is good to draw near to God. I have made the Lord GOD my refuge, that I may proclaim all Your works.
- Psalms 91:15 When he calls out to Me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble. I will deliver him and honor him.
- Psalms 109:4 In return for my love they accuse me, but I am a man of prayer.