Study Desk

But God will rescue me from the power of death.

But we each will go down to our ancestors, never again to see the light of day.

Our God approaches, but not silently; a flaming fire comes first, and a storm surrounds him.

But to the wicked I say: "You don't have the right to mention my laws or claim to keep our agreement!

You talked only about violence and told nothing but lies;

When you did all of this, I didn't say a word, and you thought, "God is just like us!" But now I will accuse you.

But you want complete honesty, so teach me true wisdom.

(A special psalm by David for the music leader. He wrote this when Doeg from Edom went to Saul and said, "David has gone to Ahimelech's house.") You people may be strong and brag about your sins, but God can be trusted day after day.

But I am like an olive tree growing in God's house, and I can count on his love forever and ever.

But all of them are crooked and corrupt. Not one of them does right.

But you will be terrified worse than ever before. God will scatter the bones of his enemies, and you will be ashamed when God rejects you.

But it was my closest friend, the one I trusted most.

I am attacked from all sides, but you will rescue me unharmed by the battle.

His words were smoother than butter, and softer than olive oil. But hatred filled his heart, and he was ready to attack with a sword.

But what about those people who are cruel and brutal? You will throw them down into the deepest pit long before their time. I trust you, Lord !

but even when I am afraid, I keep on trusting you.

You will send help from heaven and save me, but you will bring trouble on my attackers. You are faithful, and you can be trusted.

Enemies set traps for my feet and struck me down. They dug a pit in my path, but fell in it themselves.

But they are ready to attack. Do something! Help me! Look at what's happening.

But I will sing about your strength, my God, and I will celebrate because of your love. You are my fortress, my place of protection in times of trouble.