Psalm 27
Theme
Trust in God in the Face of Fear
Outline
1-3, Confidence in God 4-6, Desire for God 7-10, Seeking God’s Face 11-14, Waiting for God
Key Verse
(27:1) The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
Notes
Psalm 27 is structured into four thematic units: confidence in God (27:1–3), desire for God (27:4–6), seeking God’s face (27:7–10), and waiting for God (27:11–14). It features a chiastic structure emphasizing trust, the wicked, and seeking Yahweh, culminating in a call for strength and patience.