What does Psalm 81:11 mean?

Psalm 81:11 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 81:11 today?

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

But my people would not hearken to my voice; and Israel would none of me.

9There shall no strange god be in thee; neither shalt thou worship any strange god.

10I am the LORD thy God, which brought thee out of the land of Egypt: open thy mouth wide, and I will fill it.

11But my people would not hearken to my voice; and Israel would none of me.

12So I gave them up unto their own hearts' lust: and they walked in their own counsels.

13Oh that my people had hearkened unto me, and Israel had walked in my ways!

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