Psalm 62:8
New International Version
Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.

New Living Translation
O my people, trust in him at all times. Pour out your heart to him, for God is our refuge. Interlude

English Standard Version
Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before him; God is a refuge for us. Selah

Berean Standard Bible
Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts before Him. God is our refuge. Selah

King James Bible
Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah.

New King James Version
Trust in Him at all times, you people; Pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us. Selah

New American Standard Bible
Trust in Him at all times, you people; Pour out your hearts before Him; God is a refuge for us. Selah

NASB 1995
Trust in Him at all times, O people; Pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us. Selah.

NASB 1977
Trust in Him at all times, O people; Pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us. Selah.

Legacy Standard Bible
Trust in Him at all times, O people; Pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us. Selah.

Amplified Bible
Trust [confidently] in Him at all times, O people; Pour out your heart before Him. God is a refuge for us. Selah.

Christian Standard Bible
Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts before him. God is our refuge. Selah

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Trust in Him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts before Him. God is our refuge. Selah

American Standard Version
Trust in him at all times, ye people; Pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. [Selah

Contemporary English Version
Trust God, my friends, and always tell him each of your concerns. God is our place of safety.

English Revised Version
Trust in him at all times, ye people; pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Trust him at all times, you people. Pour out your hearts in his presence. God is our refuge. [Selah]

Good News Translation
Trust in God at all times, my people. Tell him all your troubles, for he is our refuge.

International Standard Version
People, in every situation put your trust in God; pour out your heart before him; for God is a refuge for us. Interlude

Majority Standard Bible
Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts before Him. God is our refuge. Selah

NET Bible
Trust in him at all times, you people! Pour out your hearts before him! God is our shelter! (Selah)

New Heart English Bible
Trust in him at all times, O people. Pour out your heart before him. God is a refuge for us. Selah.

Webster's Bible Translation
Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah.

World English Bible
Trust in him at all times, you people. Pour out your heart before him. God is a refuge for us. Selah.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Trust in Him at all times, O people, "" Pour forth your heart before Him, "" God [is] a refuge for us. Selah.

Young's Literal Translation
Trust in Him at all times, O people, Pour forth before Him your heart, God is a refuge for us. Selah.

Smith's Literal Translation
Trust in him in all time; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Silence.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Trust in him, all ye congregation of people: pour out your hearts before him. God is our helper for ever.

Catholic Public Domain Version
All peoples gathered together: trust in him. Pour out your hearts in his sight. God is our helper for eternity.

New American Bible
Trust God at all times, my people! Pour out your hearts to God our refuge! Selah

New Revised Standard Version
Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before him; God is a refuge for us. Selah
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Trust in him at all times; you people, pour out your hearts before him; God is a refuge for us.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Hope in him at every hour, oh, people, and pour out your hearts before him, because God is our refuge.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Trust in Him at all times, ye people; Pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us. Selah

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Hope in him, all ye congregation of the people; pour out your hearts before him, for God is our helper. Pause.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Waiting on God
7My salvation and my honor rest on God, my strong rock; my refuge is in God. 8Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts before Him. God is our refuge. Selah 9Lowborn men are but a vapor, the exalted but a lie. Weighed on the scale, they go up; together they are but a vapor.…

Cross References
Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; / in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.

Philippians 4:6-7
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. / And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Matthew 11:28-30
Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. / Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. / For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”

1 Peter 5:7
Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.

Isaiah 26:3-4
You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. / Trust in the LORD forever, because GOD the LORD is the Rock eternal.

Jeremiah 17:7-8
But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him. / He is like a tree planted by the waters that sends out its roots toward the stream. It does not fear when the heat comes, and its leaves are always green. It does not worry in a year of drought, nor does it cease to produce fruit.

Hebrews 4:16
Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.

Psalm 46:1-3
For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. / Therefore we will not fear, though the earth is transformed and the mountains are toppled into the depths of the seas, / though their waters roar and foam and the mountains quake in the surge. Selah

2 Corinthians 1:9-10
Indeed, we felt we were under the sentence of death, in order that we would not trust in ourselves, but in God, who raises the dead. / He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and He will deliver us. In Him we have placed our hope that He will yet again deliver us,

Nahum 1:7
The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of distress; He cares for those who trust in Him.

Romans 15:13
Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

Psalm 37:5
Commit your way to the LORD; trust in Him, and He will do it.

John 14:1
“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe in Me as well.

Isaiah 12:2
Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. For the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and He also has become my salvation.”

James 1:5-6
Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. / But he must ask in faith, without doubting, because he who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind.


Treasury of Scripture

Trust in him at all times; you people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah.

Trust

Psalm 22:4,5
Our fathers trusted in thee: they trusted, and thou didst deliver them…

Psalm 34:1,2
A Psalm of David, when he changed his behaviour before Abimelech; who drove him away, and he departed. I will bless the LORD at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth…

Psalm 47:1-3
To the chief Musician, A Psalm for the sons of Korah. O clap your hands, all ye people; shout unto God with the voice of triumph…

pour

Psalm 42:4
When I remember these things, I pour out my soul in me: for I had gone with the multitude, I went with them to the house of God, with the voice of joy and praise, with a multitude that kept holyday.

Psalm 102:1
A Prayer of the afflicted, when he is overwhelmed, and poureth out his complaint before the LORD. Hear my prayer, O LORD, and let my cry come unto thee.

Psalm 142:2
I poured out my complaint before him; I shewed before him my trouble.

God

Psalm 18:2
The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower.

Psalm 46:11
The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.

Proverbs 14:26
In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.

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Psalm 62
1. David, professing his confidence in God, discourages his enemies
5. In the same confidence he encourages the godly
9. No trust is to be put in worldly things
11. Power and mercy belong to God














Trust in Him at all times, O people;
This phrase emphasizes the importance of unwavering faith in God. Trusting in God "at all times" suggests a continuous and consistent reliance on Him, regardless of circumstances. This reflects the biblical theme of God's faithfulness and the call for His people to remain steadfast. Historical context shows that Israel often faced trials, such as invasions and exiles, which required them to trust in God's deliverance. This call to trust is echoed in other scriptures, such as Proverbs 3:5-6, which encourages believers to trust in the Lord with all their heart. The phrase "O people" indicates a communal call, suggesting that this trust is not just individual but collective, aligning with the covenant relationship between God and Israel.

pour out your hearts before Him.
This phrase invites believers to be open and honest with God, expressing their deepest emotions and concerns. The act of pouring out one's heart implies vulnerability and sincerity, akin to the prayers of lament found throughout the Psalms. This reflects the cultural practice of prayer and supplication in ancient Israel, where individuals would present their petitions and grievances to God. The phrase also connects to the New Testament teaching in Philippians 4:6-7, where believers are encouraged to present their requests to God with thanksgiving. It underscores the personal relationship God desires with His people, where they can freely communicate their innermost thoughts and feelings.

God is our refuge.
This declaration affirms God's role as a protector and safe haven for His people. The imagery of God as a refuge is prevalent throughout the Psalms, symbolizing safety, security, and peace amidst life's storms. In the historical context of ancient Israel, cities of refuge provided safety for those seeking asylum, reflecting God's provision of spiritual refuge. This concept is further developed in the New Testament, where Jesus is seen as the ultimate refuge for believers, offering salvation and eternal security. The assurance of God as a refuge is a recurring theme, providing comfort and hope to those who trust in Him.

Selah
The term "Selah" is often found in the Psalms, though its exact meaning is uncertain. It is generally understood as a pause or interlude, inviting the reader or listener to reflect on the preceding words. In this context, "Selah" encourages contemplation of the trust, openness, and refuge found in God. It serves as a moment to meditate on the truths expressed, allowing them to resonate deeply within the heart and mind. This reflective pause is an integral part of the worship experience, fostering a deeper connection with God and His Word.

Persons / Places / Events
1. David
Traditionally attributed as the author of Psalm 62, David was the second king of Israel, known for his deep relationship with God and his psalms of worship and lament.

2. God
The central figure in this verse, God is portrayed as a refuge and a trustworthy entity in whom people can place their confidence.

3. People
The audience of the psalm, likely referring to the Israelites, but by extension, all believers who are encouraged to trust in God.

4. Selah
A term used frequently in the Psalms, possibly indicating a pause for reflection or musical interlude, emphasizing the importance of the preceding statement.
Teaching Points
Trust in God at All Times
Trust is not conditional or situational; it is a constant reliance on God regardless of circumstances.

Pour Out Your Heart
God desires an intimate relationship with us where we can express our deepest fears, hopes, and desires.

God as Our Refuge
In times of trouble, God is a safe haven, providing protection and peace.

Reflect and Meditate
The use of "Selah" invites us to pause and deeply consider the truth of God's faithfulness and refuge.

Community Encouragement
The call to "O people" suggests a communal aspect of faith, encouraging believers to support one another in trusting God.Verse 8. - Trust in him at all times, ye people. It is characteristic of David to join the "people" with himself in all his fears and in all his hopes. Even at the worst times, God had always some faithful ones in Israel - a "remnant" (Isaiah 1:9); and men of this sort clung to David through all his perils, and were sufficiently numerous to constitute a "people" (see 2 Samuel 18:1-6). Pour out your heart before him (comp. Psalm 42:4; Psalm 142:2, etc.): God is a Refuge for us (comp. ver. 7).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Trust
בִּטְח֘וּ (biṭ·ḥū)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural
Strong's 982: To trust, be confident, sure

in Him
ב֤וֹ (ḇōw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrew

at all
בְכָל־ (ḇə·ḵāl-)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

times,
עֵ֨ת ׀ (‘êṯ)
Noun - common singular
Strong's 6256: Time, now, when

O people;
עָ֗ם (‘ām)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock

pour out
שִׁפְכֽוּ־ (šip̄·ḵū-)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural
Strong's 8210: To spill forth, to expend, to sprawl out

your hearts
לְבַבְכֶ֑ם (lə·ḇaḇ·ḵem)
Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine plural
Strong's 3824: Inner man, mind, will, heart

before Him.
לְפָנָ֥יו (lə·p̄ā·nāw)
Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 6440: The face

God
אֱלֹהִ֖ים (’ĕ·lō·hîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative

is our refuge.
מַחֲסֶה־ (ma·ḥă·seh-)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4268: Refuge, shelter

Selah
סֶֽלָה׃ (se·lāh)
Interjection
Strong's 5542: Suspension, pause


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