Psalms 116:1-2

Psalms 116:1-2

[1] I love  the LORD,  because he hath heard  my voice  and my supplications.  [2] Because he hath inclined  his ear  unto me, therefore will I call  upon him as long as I live. 

What does Psalms 116:1-2 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

The psalmist loved God because the Lord had granted his prayer request. Consequently he promised to continue praying to Him as long as he lived. This expression of love for God is unusual in the psalms. More often the psalmists spoke of their respect for Yahweh. This writer was uncommonly affectionate.