Psalms 115 – Trusting the Living God, Not Idols
A contrast between lifeless idols and the LORD, the true help and shield of Israel.
Following the exodus imagery of Psalms 114, this psalm asks why the nations doubt Israel's God, then mocks idols that have 'mouths, but they speak not' and eyes that cannot see.
I have believed, therefore have I spoken; but I have been humbled exceedingly.
I said in my excess: Every man is a liar.
What shall I render to the Lord, for all the things that he hath rendered to me?
I will take the chalice of salvation; and I will call upon the name of the Lord.
I will pay my vows to the Lord before all his people:
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.
O Lord, for I am thy servant: I am thy servant, and the son of thy handmaid. Thou hast broken my bonds:
I will sacrifice to thee the sacrifice of praise, and I will call upon the name of the Lord.
I will pay my vows to the Lord in the sight of all his people:
In the courts of the house of the Lord, in the midst of thee, O Jerusalem.