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Psalm 140: A Prayer for Deliverance from the Violent and WickedPsalm 140, addressed to the chief musician and attributed to David, is a plea for the Lord to deliver and preserve the speaker from evil and violent men who plot mischief, gather for war, and speak with venom like a serpent. It describes enemies laying snares, cords, nets, and traps to overthrow his steps, while the psalmist turns to God as his strength and salvation, asking to be heard and protected in the day of battle. He prays that the desires and devices of the wicked would not succeed and that their own words would bring judgment upon them, including burning coals, fire, and deep pits. The psalm concludes with confidence that the Lord will maintain the cause of the afflicted and the right of the poor, and that the righteous will give thanks and dwell in God’s presence.00:00 Psalm 140 Intro00:10 Plea for Deliverance00:26 Protection from Traps00:42 God My Salvation00:55 Stop the Wicked Plans01:03 Judgment on Enemies01:24 Hope for the Afflicted
