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"Psalm 3 (Save Me)" by Red Letter Society: Praise Rising Above Opposition


"Psalm 3 (Save Me)" by Red Letter Society (featuring Jordan West) revamps a well-known prayer into a modern song filled with joy and confidence. Red Letter Society with Jordan West is on a mission to revamp all of the Psalms, and this is the third release in that project. In Psalm 3, David wrote about his experience being surrounded by enemies. His enemies mocked the idea that his God would save him, but David had confidence in the Lord. He wrote about how he cried out to God and God heard him. Today, Psalm 3 is a reminder that God is our protector, glory, and refuge whenever we face challenges/hardships in our lives. 

Red Letter Society x Jordan West - Psalm 3 (Save Me)Even though there are—literally—thousands of people against him, David's faith is not shaken (Psalm 3:3–6). David's plea echoes in the song: "O Lord, my God, save me again // So many foes to resist." It's easy to feel overwhelmed, David prays for God to protect him and help him to keep his focus, just like we can ask God to shield us, "But you, O Lord, are a shield around me // My glory, and the lifter of my head." Every desperate cry, "You answered me // You hear my desperate plea // from your holy hill, where I have rest," is heard by God. 

We may find peace in His care, "I lay and sleep, then wake again // Every day The Lord sustains." The bridge encourages us to praise Him: "Arise, O Lord! Save my life // Salvation's yours, blessing your people. // You break the cruel, end their strife, // Salvation's yours, blessing your people." 

Psalm 3 teaches us that God is faithful and shows us how to reach out to God when we feel betrayed, anxious, or overwhelmed. Perhaps you're not feeling like this today, but of course, you will have such moments someday. Singing and praying Psalm 3 is a powerful training ground that prepares you for these times in your life.

(Related scripture: Psalm 3:3-4; Psalm 121:1-2; Psalm 59:16)

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