Psalm 141 is a prayer of David, seeking God’s guidance and protection.

Verse 1: “O LORD, I call upon you; hasten to me! Give ear to my voice when I call to you!”

• Life Application: We should earnestly call upon God in times of need, trusting that He will listen to our prayers.

Verse 2: “Let my prayer be counted as incense before you, and the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice!”

• Life Application: Our prayers should be offered with a heart of worship and reverence, like incense and sacrifices were in the Old Testament.

Verse 3: “Set a guard, O LORD, over my mouth; keep watch over the door of my lips!”

• Life Application: We should ask God to help us control our speech and avoid saying things that could hurt others.

Verse 4: “Do not let my heart incline to any evil, to busy myself with wicked deeds in company with men who work iniquity, and let me not eat of their delicacies!”

• Life Application: We should pray for the strength to resist temptation and avoid associating with those who lead us away from God.

Verse 5: “Let a righteous man strike me—it is a kindness; let him rebuke me—it is oil for my head; let my head not refuse it. Yet my prayer is continually against their evil deeds.”

• Life Application: We should be open to constructive criticism and correction from fellow believers, as it can lead to personal growth and righteousness.

Verse 6: “When their judges are thrown over the cliff, then they shall hear my words, for they are pleasant.”

• Life Application: Trust that in the end, righteousness will prevail, and the words of truth and wisdom will be acknowledged.

Verse 7: “As when one plows and breaks up the earth, so shall our bones be scattered at the mouth of Sheol.”

• Life Application: Recognize the consequences of sinful actions and strive to live a life aligned with God’s will.

Verse 8: “But my eyes are toward you, O GOD, my Lord; in you I seek refuge; leave me not defenseless!”

• Life Application: Keep your focus on God, seek refuge in Him, and trust that He will protect you in times of trouble.

Verse 9: “Keep me from the trap that they have laid for me and from the snares of evildoers!”

• Life Application: Pray for God’s guidance and protection to avoid falling into the traps set by those who do evil.

Verse 10: “Let the wicked fall into their own nets, while I pass by safely.”

• Life Application: Trust in God’s justice and believe that ultimately, the wicked will face the consequences of their actions, while the righteous will be kept safe.

Psalm 141 serves as a reminder to turn to God in prayer, seek His guidance, and trust in His protection while living a life of righteousness and humility.