New International Version A song. A psalm of David. My heart, O God, is steadfast; I will sing and make music with all my soul. New Living Translation My heart is confident in you, O God; no wonder I can sing your praises with all my heart! English Standard Version My heart is steadfast, O God! I will sing and make melody with all my being! Berean Standard Bible A song. A Psalm of David. My heart is steadfast, O God; I will sing and make music with all my being. Berean Literal Bible A Song. A Psalm of David. My heart being firm, O God, I will sing and make music, even with my glory! King James Bible A Song or Psalm of David. O God, my heart is fixed; I will sing and give praise, even with my glory. New King James Version A Song. A Psalm of David. O God, my heart is steadfast; I will sing and give praise, even with my glory. New American Standard Bible A Song, a Psalm of David. My heart is steadfast, God; I will sing, I will sing praises also with my soul. NASB 1995 A Song, a Psalm of David. My heart is steadfast, O God; I will sing, I will sing praises, even with my soul. NASB 1977 My heart is steadfast, O God; I will sing, I will sing praises, even with my soul. Legacy Standard Bible A Song. A Psalm of David. My heart is set, O God; I will sing, I will sing praises, even with my glory. Amplified Bible A Song. A Psalm of David. O God, my heart is steadfast [with confident faith]; I will sing, I will sing praises, even with my soul. Berean Annotated Bible A song. A Psalm of David (beloved). My heart is steadfast, O God {Elohim}; I will sing and make music with all my being (with my glory). Christian Standard Bible A song. A psalm of David. My heart is confident, God; I will sing; I will sing praises with the whole of my being. Holman Christian Standard Bible A song. A Davidic psalm. My heart is confident, God; I will sing; I will sing praises with the whole of my being. American Standard Version A Song, a Psalm of David. My heart is fixed, O God; I will sing, yea, I will sing praises, even with my glory. Contemporary English Version Our God, I am faithful to you with all my heart, and you can trust me. I will sing and play music for you with all that I am. English Revised Version A Song, a Psalm Of David. My heart is fixed, O God; I will sing, yea, I will sing praises, even with my glory. GOD'S WORD® Translation [A song; a psalm by David.] My heart is confident, O God. I want to sing and make music even with my soul. Good News Translation I have complete confidence, O God! I will sing and praise you! Wake up, my soul! International Standard Version My heart is firm, God; I will sing and praise you with my whole being. NET Bible A song, a psalm of David. I am determined, O God! I will sing and praise you with my whole heart. New Heart English Bible [A Song. A Psalm by David.] My heart is steadfast, God. I will sing and I will make music with my soul. Webster's Bible Translation A Song or Psalm of David. O God, my heart is fixed; I will sing and give praise, even with my glory. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleA song. A Psalm of David. My heart is steadfast, O God; I will sing and make music with all my being. World English Bible A Song. A Psalm by David. My heart is steadfast, God. I will sing and I will make music with my soul. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionA SONG. A PSALM OF DAVID. My heart is prepared, O God, "" I sing, indeed, I sing praise, also my glory. Berean Literal Bible A Song. A Psalm of David. My heart being firm, O God, I will sing and make music, even with my glory! Young's Literal Translation A Song, a Psalm of David. Prepared is my heart, O God, I sing, yea, I sing praise, also my honour. Smith's Literal Translation Song of chanting to David. My heart being prepared, O God, I will sing and play on the harp, also mine honor. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleA canticle of a psalm for David himself. My heart is ready, O God, my heart is ready: I will sing, and will give praise, with my glory. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible A song; a psalm of David. [2] My heart is steadfast, God; my heart is steadfast. Let me sing and chant praise. New Revised Standard Version My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast; I will sing and make melody. Awake, my soul! Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleO GOD, my heart is ready, my heart is ready; I will sing and give praise, even with my glory. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated My heart is ready, oh God, my heart is ready; I shall glorify and sing praise in my honor. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917A Song, a Psalm of David. My heart is steadfast, O God; I will sing, yea, I will sing praises, even with my glory. Brenton Septuagint Translation Song of a Psalm by David. O God, my heart is ready, my heart is ready; I will sing and sing psalms with my glory. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Israel's Kingdom Blessing1A song. A Psalm of David. My heart is steadfast, O God; I will sing and make music with all my being. 2Awake, O harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn.… Cross References A song. A Psalm of David. 2 Samuel 22:1 And David sang this song to the LORD on the day the LORD had delivered him from the hand of all his enemies and from the hand of Saul. 1 Chronicles 16:7 On that day David first committed to Asaph and his associates this song of thanksgiving to the LORD: 1 Chronicles 25:1 Additionally, David and the commanders of the army set apart some of the sons of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun to prophesy with the accompaniment of lyres, harps, and cymbals. The following is the list of the men who performed this service: My heart is steadfast, O God; Psalm 57:7 My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast. I will sing and make music. Psalm 112:7 He does not fear bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD. Isaiah 26:3 You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. I will sing and make music with all my being. Psalm 57:8 Awake, my glory! Awake, O harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn. Ephesians 5:19 Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your hearts to the Lord, Psalm 103:1 Of David. Bless the LORD, O my soul; all that is within me, bless His holy name. Psalm 138:1 Of David. I give You thanks with all my heart; before the gods I sing Your praises. Psalm 9:1-2 For the choirmaster. To the tune of “The Death of the Son.” A Psalm of David. I will give thanks to the LORD with all my heart; I will recount all Your wonders. / I will be glad and rejoice in You; I will sing praise to Your name, O Most High. Psalm 34:1 Of David, when he pretended to be insane before Abimelech, so that the king drove him away. I will bless the LORD at all times; His praise will always be on my lips. Psalm 86:12 I will praise You, O Lord my God, with all my heart; I will glorify Your name forever. Psalm 111:1 Hallelujah! I will give thanks to the LORD with all my heart in the council of the upright and in the assembly. Psalm 119:7 I will praise You with an upright heart when I learn Your righteous judgments. Psalm 145:1 A Psalm of praise. Of David. I will exalt You, my God and King; I will bless Your name forever and ever. Treasury of Scripture O god, my heart is fixed; I will sing and give praise, even with my glory. A. Psalm 108:1-5 A Song or Psalm of David. O God, my heart is fixed; I will sing and give praise, even with my glory… Psalm 57:7-11 My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed: I will sing and give praise… Psalm 60:5-12 That thy beloved may be delivered; save with thy right hand, and hear me… my heart Psalm 57:7-11 My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed: I will sing and give praise… I will Psalm 30:12 To the end that my glory may sing praise to thee, and not be silent. O LORD my God, I will give thanks unto thee for ever. Psalm 34:1 A Psalm of David, when he changed his behaviour before Abimelech; who drove him away, and he departed. I will bless the LORD at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth. Psalm 104:33 I will sing unto the LORD as long as I live: I will sing praise to my God while I have my being. my glory Psalm 16:9 Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall rest in hope. Psalm 71:8,15,23,24 Let my mouth be filled with thy praise and with thy honour all the day… Psalm 145:21 My mouth shall speak the praise of the LORD: and let all flesh bless his holy name for ever and ever. Jump to Previous Awake David Fixed Glory Heart Honour Melody Music Praise Praises Prepared Psalm Sing Song Songs Soul SteadfastJump to Next Awake David Fixed Glory Heart Honour Melody Music Praise Praises Prepared Psalm Sing Song Songs Soul SteadfastPsalm 108 1. David encourages himself to praise God5. He prays for God's assistance according to his promise 11. His confidence in God's help A song. A Psalm of David. Psalm 108 was composed for worship, joining personal devotion with the gathered praise of Israel. David’s kingship, marked by warfare, repentance, covenant promises, and dependence upon God, gives weight to his confidence in the Lord. Much of Psalm 108 draws from Psalms 57 and 60, bringing earlier prayers of distress and victory into a renewed song of faith. 2Sa 22:1 And David sang this song to the LORD on the day… My heart is steadfast, O God; David declares an undivided resolve to trust and honor God. The heart encompasses the inner life of thought, desire, affection, and will; therefore, steadfastness reveals settled confidence in God rather than confidence in favorable circumstances. Such stability rests upon the Lord’s unchanging character and stands against the double-mindedness condemned in James 1:6–8. Psa 57:7 My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast.… I will sing and make music with all my being. Worship rises from David’s whole inner life, not merely from outward ritual or public performance. As Israel’s musician-king, David directs his strength, skill, and affection toward the praise of God. Wholehearted worship accords with the command to love the Lord with all the heart, soul, mind, and strength, and it anticipates the joyful praise offered by God’s people in every generation. Psa 57:8 Awake, my glory! Awake, O harp and lyre!… Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidTraditionally attributed as the author of this psalm, David was the second king of Israel, known for his deep relationship with God and his musical talents. 2. God The central figure in this verse, God is the object of David's praise and the one who inspires his steadfast heart. 3. Israel While not directly mentioned in this verse, Israel is the nation over which David ruled and often the context for his psalms of praise and worship. Teaching Points Steadfastness in WorshipA steadfast heart is unwavering and committed to God, regardless of circumstances. This verse encourages believers to cultivate a heart that remains firm in faith and devotion. Wholehearted Worship David's declaration to sing and make music "with all my being" challenges us to engage in worship with our entire selves, not holding back any part of our lives from God. The Power of Music in Worship Music is a powerful tool for expressing our love and devotion to God. It can uplift our spirits and draw us closer to Him, as seen in David's life. Consistency in Praise Regular praise and worship can strengthen our relationship with God and help us maintain a positive outlook, even in difficult times. Heart Preparation for Worship Preparing our hearts before coming into God's presence is crucial. A steadfast heart is one that is ready to worship and receive from God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 108:1?2. How can we cultivate a "steadfast heart" as mentioned in Psalm 108:1? 3. What role does singing and making music play in worship according to Psalm 108:1? 4. How does Psalm 108:1 connect with Ephesians 5:19 about worship through music? 5. In what ways can we "awaken the dawn" with praise in our daily lives? 6. How does having a "steadfast heart" influence our relationship with God and others? 7. What does Psalm 108:1 reveal about the nature of unwavering faith in God? 8. How does Psalm 108:1 inspire believers to maintain a steadfast heart in challenging times? 9. In what ways does Psalm 108:1 encourage worship and praise despite adversity? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 108? What Does Psalm 108:1 Mean A song.• Right from the start, Scripture tells us that what follows is meant to be lifted up in melody, not merely read. • God consistently invites His people to express truth through music: “Then Moses and the Israelites sang this song to the LORD” (Exodus 15:1); “Sing to Him a new song; play skillfully with a shout of joy” (Psalm 33:3). • When you see the word “song,” think of worship that engages mind, heart, and voice—an act that unites doctrine with delight (Colossians 3:16). A Psalm of David. • The superscription roots this worship piece in the life of Israel’s shepherd-king, David, whose own walk with God models honest, wholehearted praise (2 Samuel 23:1; Acts 13:22). • Calling it “a Psalm of David” reminds us that real history undergirds biblical worship; this is not abstract spirituality but lived experience—battles, victories, failures, and repentance all shaped David’s pen (Psalm 34:1; Psalm 51:10-12). • Because God preserved David’s words, we can sing the same truths centuries later, confident that “all Scripture is God-breathed” (2 Timothy 3:16). My heart is steadfast, O God; • “Steadfast” speaks of immovable resolve. David isn’t mustering self-confidence; he is declaring Spirit-empowered stability. • The phrase echoes Psalm 57:7, showing that this conviction was no passing feeling but a settled mindset. • Notice the order: the heart is fixed first, then the mouth sings. True worship flows from an anchored inner life (Isaiah 26:3; 1 Corinthians 15:58). • By addressing God directly—“O God”—David acknowledges the Object and Sustainer of that steadfastness, not his own grit (Psalm 112:7). I will sing and make music with all my being. • Resolve moves to action: David vows not half-hearted humming but full-bodied praise. “All my being” literally involves voice, intellect, emotions, and bodily energy (Mark 12:30). • Scripture often pairs vocal praise with instruments: “David also ordered the chiefs of the Levites to appoint their relatives as singers, to raise their voices with joyful songs, accompanied by musical instruments” (1 Chronicles 15:16). • When David promises to “make music,” he commits to skillful, intentional worship that showcases God’s worth (Psalm 33:2, 3). • This is the natural overflow of a steadfast heart: “Bless the LORD, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless His holy name” (Psalm 103:1). summary Psalm 108:1 moves from label to life: a Spirit-breathed song, authored by David, birthed from a heart firmly anchored in God, and expressed through whole-person praise. The passage calls believers to let unwavering trust spark joyful, intentional worship that engages every part of who we are. Verse 1. - My heart is fixed. In the original form (Psalm 57:7) this emphatic phrase was reiterated, which much increased the force of the declaration. I will sing and give praise, even with my glory. It is difficult to assign any distinct meaning to the last clause, which has nothing parallel to it in Psalm 57:7.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew A Song.שִׁ֖יר (šîr) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7892: A song, singing A Psalm מִזְמ֣וֹר (miz·mō·wr) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4210: Instrumental music, a poem set to notes of David. לְדָוִֽד׃ (lə·ḏā·wiḏ) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse My heart לִבִּ֣י (lib·bî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 3820: The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre is steadfast, נָכ֣וֹן (nā·ḵō·wn) Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 3559: To be erect O God; אֱלֹהִ֑ים (’ĕ·lō·hîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative I will sing אָשִׁ֥ירָה (’ā·šî·rāh) Verb - Qal - Imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular Strong's 7891: To sing and make music וַ֝אֲזַמְּרָ֗ה (wa·’ă·zam·mə·rāh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular Strong's 2167: Play, to make music, celebrate in song and music with אַף־ (’ap̄-) Conjunction Strong's 637: Meaning accession, yea, adversatively though all my being. כְּבוֹדִֽי׃ (kə·ḇō·w·ḏî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 3519: Weight, splendor, copiousness Additonal Resources Psalm 108:1 Blue Letter BiblePsalm 108:1 Bible Gateway Psalm 108:1 Bible.com Psalm 108:1 NIV |
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