Unto thee, O my strength, will I sing: for God is my defence, and the God of my mercy.
Psalm 59 is one of David's songs expressing gratitude to God for deliverance from his enemies. In its closing words God is called the singer's own strength and defense. He is also called the God of his mercy, so that mercy is presented as one of God's attributes and God Himself as the source of mercy.
The verse expresses confidence that God is for His people and that His strength is available to them. His power and mercy in times of trouble give reason to sing of Him. Trust in God is thus joined with singing and praise.
Psalm 59 is one of David's songs expressing gratitude to God for deliverance from his enemies. In its closing words God is called the singer's own strength and defense. He is also called the God of his mercy, so that mercy is presented as one of God's attributes and God Himself as the source of mercy.
The verse expresses confidence that God is for His people and that His strength is available to them. His power and mercy in times of trouble give reason to sing of Him. Trust in God is thus joined with singing and praise.