What does Psalm 119:116 mean?

Psalm 119:116 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 119:116 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Uphold me according unto thy word, that I may live: and let me not be ashamed of my hope.

114Thou art my hiding place and my shield: I hope in thy word.

115Depart from me, ye evildoers: for I will keep the commandments of my God.

116Uphold me according unto thy word, that I may live: and let me not be ashamed of my hope.

117Hold thou me up, and I shall be safe: and I will have respect unto thy statutes continually.

118Thou hast trodden down all them that err from thy statutes: for their deceit is falsehood.

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