What does Psalm 34:16 mean?

Psalm 34:16 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 34:16 today?

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

The face of the LORD is against them that do evil, to cut off the remembrance of them from the earth.

14Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it.

15The eyes of the LORD are upon the righteous, and his ears are open unto their cry.

16The face of the LORD is against them that do evil, to cut off the remembrance of them from the earth.

17The righteous cry, and the LORD heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.

18The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.

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