What does Psalm 139:5 mean?

Psalm 139:5 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 139:5 today?

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

Thou hast beset me behind and before, and laid thine hand upon me.

3Thou compassest my path and my lying down, and art acquainted with all my ways.

4For there is not a word in my tongue, but, lo, O LORD, thou knowest it altogether.

5Thou hast beset me behind and before, and laid thine hand upon me.

6Such knowledge is too wonderful for me; it is high, I cannot attain unto it.

7Whither shall I go from thy spirit? or whither shall I flee from thy presence?

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