Psalm 92:14 - Printer Friendly

ESV: They still bear fruit in old age; they are ever full of sap and green,

NIV: They will still bear fruit in old age, they will stay fresh and green,

NASB: They will still yield fruit in advanced age; They will be full of sap and very green,

CSB: They will still bear fruit in old age, healthy and green,

NLT: Even in old age they will still produce fruit; they will remain vital and green.

KJV: They shall still bring forth fruit in old age; they shall be fat and flourishing;

NKJV: They shall still bear fruit in old age; They shall be fresh and flourishing,

Psalm 92:12–15 emphasizes the blessings which come from loyalty to God. Prior verses noted that evil people may appear to gain rapid success (Psalm 92:7), but this is very brief. The only lasting victory comes for those who belong to the Lord. This short earthly life may be difficult, but the eternal state will further prove God's victory and righteousness.

God is entirely loving, faithful, sovereign, powerful, and wise. Those who oppose Him may seem to grow quickly, but their doom will be eternal. Those who honor the Lord will one day see their enemies defeated, knowing that all wisdom begins with trusting in the Lord's control over all things.

The indication that this is "a song for the Sabbath" is not clearly defined. Unlike some psalms which explore doubt and frustration (Psalm 13; 73; 74), this song expresses perfect confidence in the Lord. This makes psalm 92 a counterbalance of Psalm 88, which expresses only angst without giving resolution. God's deeds and truths are evidence of His power, and those who do evil will surely face His wrath (Psalm 73:15–18).

The book of Psalms is composed of individual songs, hymns, or poems, each of which is a ''Psalm'' in and of itself. These works contain a wide variety of themes. Some Psalms focus on praising and worshipping God. Others cry out in anguish over the pain of life. Still other Psalms look forward to the coming of the Messiah. While some Psalms are related, each has its own historical and biblical context.

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