Psalms 66:14
Which my lips have uttered, and my mouth hath spoken, when I was in trouble.
Original Language Analysis
אֲשֶׁר
H834
אֲשֶׁר
Strong's:
H834
Word #:
1 of 7
who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc
שְׂפָתָ֑י
Which my lips
H8193
שְׂפָתָ֑י
Which my lips
Strong's:
H8193
Word #:
3 of 7
the lip (as a natural boundary); by implication, language; by analogy, a margin (of a vessel, water, cloth, etc.)
וְדִבֶּר
hath spoken
H1696
וְדִבֶּר
hath spoken
Strong's:
H1696
Word #:
4 of 7
perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively (of words), to speak; rarely (in a destructive sense) to subdue
פִּ֝֗י
and my mouth
H6310
פִּ֝֗י
and my mouth
Strong's:
H6310
Word #:
5 of 7
the mouth (as the means of blowing), whether literal or figurative (particularly speech); specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially (with prepos
Cross References
Psalms 18:6In my distress I called upon the LORD, and cried unto my God: he heard my voice out of his temple, and my cry came before him, even into his ears.1 Samuel 1:11And she vowed a vow, and said, O LORD of hosts, if thou wilt indeed look on the affliction of thine handmaid, and remember me, and not forget thine handmaid, but wilt give unto thine handmaid a man child, then I will give him unto the LORD all the days of his life, and there shall no razor come upon his head.
Historical Context
Biblical examples of vows include Jacob's promise at Bethel (Genesis 28:20-22), Hannah's dedication of Samuel (1 Samuel 1:11), and Paul's Nazirite vow (Acts 18:18). Each reflects serious commitment made before God and community.
Questions for Reflection
- What promises have you made to God that remain unfulfilled, and what steps will you take to honor them?
- How does making public commitments to God strengthen your resolve and invite community support?
- What is the difference between manipulative bargaining with God and genuine vow-making in faith?
Analysis & Commentary
The vows 'uttered' by the psalmist's lips were made 'when I was in trouble,' revealing honest prayer in distress. This validates bringing our urgent needs and pleas to God, while also establishing accountability—God hears and remembers our promises. The public nature of these vows ('my lips have uttered') adds community accountability. True faith doesn't shrink from making bold commitments to God, trusting His grace to fulfill them.