Tell others about God.

Psalm 40:9-10 New International Version 9 I proclaim your saving acts in the great assembly;     I do not seal my lips, Lord,     as you know. 10 I do not hide your righteousness in my heart;     I speak of your faithfulness and your saving help. I do not conceal your...

Give God obedience and lifelong service.

Psalm 40:4-8   New International Version   4 Blessed is the one     who trusts in the Lord, who does not look to the proud,     to those who turn aside to false gods. 5 Many, Lord my God,     are the wonders you have done,     the things you planned for us. None can...

There is benefit in waiting.

Psalm 40:1-3   New International Version   1 I waited patiently for the Lord;     he turned to me and heard my cry. 2 He lifted me out of the slimy pit,     out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock     and gave me a firm place to stand. 3 He put a new song in...

Punishment can be difficult to go through.

Psalm 39:7-10   New International Version   7 “But now, Lord, what do I look for?     My hope is in you. 8 Save me from all my transgressions;     do not make me the scorn of fools. 9 I was silent; I would not open my mouth,     for you are the one who has done this....