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"Psalm 9 (Thank You)" by Red Letter Society: God's Sovereign Justice


Jordan West and the Red Letter Society continue their ambitious journey through the Psalms. "Psalm 9 (Thank You)" is a message of thanksgiving to a sovereign, righteous God who defends the oppressed and judges evil with perfect justice. 

Red Letter Society - Psalm 9 (Thank You)The song emphasizes the two core promises found in Psalm 9: "The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble." And, those who know God's name can trust Him, because He "has never forsaken those who seek Him."

So, what do you do when depression fills your heart? Do you feel abandoned? Instead of focusing on pain, this song declares that God remains seated through (your) chaos. He is and always will be a stronghold even when "war" draws near. The lyrics ask: "My trials feel unseen // Have you forsaken me?", and emphasize that you are not unseen. 

The chorus invites us to praise through our fears. "I will thank you," because we trust the promise that our God judges the world in righteousness and upholds the cause of the humble. So praise Him with everything you have, just like David did at the beginning of this Psalm. 

Do you need a refuge today? Remember His wondrous ways. This Psalm turns memory into worship, doubt into declaration, and affliction into hope… because the Lord, who remembers His people, will never abandon us. 

May this Psalm shape your praise and remind you that victory is maintained by the Lord. Embrace the hope that He offers and trust that He is a faithful deliverer. Your voice matters here. Now stand firm.

(Related scripture: Psalm 9:1; Psalm 9:7; Psalm 9:9)

Background:

Psalms Volume 1 is almost complete! Journeying through all 150 Psalms and I'm happy to share with you Psalm 9.

Inspired by Psalm 9, the song turns thanksgiving into testimony, declaring that God does not forget the afflicted, does not abandon His people, and will judge evil rightly. With a hopeful, driving sound and a singable chorus, “Thank You” invites the church to praise God not only for what He has done, but for who He is: refuge, righteous King, and faithful deliverer. As part of a larger project to write and release all 150 Psalms, the song also carries the broader vision of setting Scripture to music in a way that helps form the church’s worship through the language of God’s Word.

Release date: March 27, 2026

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