Cup of Salvation Blues: A Deep Dive into Psalm 116's Redemption Song

** Psalm 116 is one of the most personal and heartfelt songs in the Book of Psalms. Written by an unknown psalmist, this song reflects the raw emotions of someone who has faced life-threatening circumstances, only to be rescued by God’s boundless grace. The psalmist expresses deep gratitude, calling on God’s name in a moment of distress, and offers a vow of praise for deliverance. It is both a personal testimony and a universal anthem of God’s faithfulness, which transcends time and resonates deeply with anyone who has experienced the deep, abiding love of God.

Though the exact identity of the psalmist remains unknown, the words of Psalm 116 speak to anyone who has cried out to God in moments of desperation and received His merciful deliverance. The psalmist's testimony echoes throughout history, reminding believers of the precious gift of salvation that is available to all who seek the Lord in times of trouble.

Psalm 116 is traditionally attributed to David or someone in his circle who experienced a personal crisis but found a way out through God's mercy. It is a beautiful reflection of gratitude and an invitation for all believers to draw near to God in worship.

** Psalm 116 - Original Text (WEB Translation):

1 I love the LORD, because he listens to my voice, and my cries for mercy.
2 Because he has turned his ear to me, therefore I will call on him as long as I live.
3 The cords of death surrounded me, the pains of Sheol got a hold on me: I found trouble and sorrow.
4 Then I called on the name of the LORD: “O LORD, I beg you, deliver my soul.”
5 Gracious is the LORD, and righteous; yes, our God is merciful.
6 The LORD preserves the simple: I was brought low, and he saved me.
7 Return to your rest, O my soul; for the LORD has dealt bountifully with you.
8 For you have delivered my soul from death, my eyes from tears, and my feet from stumbling.
9 I will walk before the LORD in the land of the living.
10 I believed, therefore I said, “I am greatly afflicted.”
11 I said in my haste, “All men are liars.”
12 What will I give to the LORD for all his benefits toward me?
13 I will take the cup of salvation, and call on the name of the LORD.
14 I will pay my vows to the LORD, yes, in the presence of all his people.
15 Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.
16 O LORD, truly I am your servant; I am your servant, the son of your handmaid: you have freed me from my chains.
17 I will offer to you the sacrifice of thanksgiving, and will call on the name of the LORD.
18 I will pay my vows to the LORD, yes, in the presence of all his people,
19 In the courts of the LORD’s house, in the midst of you, O Jerusalem. Praise the LORD!

** Lyrics - Cup of Salvation Blues:

[Verse 1 – Psalm 116:1–4]
I love the Lord, He heard my cry,
Bent down low when I was about to die.
The cords of death had wrapped me tight,
Grave had its grip, and I lost the fight.
Then I called on His name in my despair:
“O Yahweh, save me!” — and He was there.

[Verse 2 – Psalm 116:5–7]
Gracious is the Lord, righteous and true,
Full of compassion — He’ll carry you through.
He guards the simple, He lifted me up,
When I was brought low, and had no cup.
So I said to my soul, trembling and small:
“Return to your rest—He’s rescued it all.”

[Verse 3 – Psalm 116:8–11]
You delivered my soul from the shadow of death,
My eyes from tears, my feet from distress.
I walk before Yahweh in the land of light,
Even when fear overtook the night.
I said in my haste, when the pain ran high:
“All men are liars” — but God didn’t lie.

[Chorus – Psalm 116:12–14]
What shall I give for all He’s done?
I'll lift the cup, give praise to the One.
I’ll call on His name, stand in His courts,
Fulfill my vows — no matter the cost.

[Verse 4 – Psalm 116:15–17]
Precious in His sight is the death of His saints,
Not forgotten, not silence, not pain without weight.
I’m Your servant, Lord — the son of Your maid,
You loosed my chains, I’m no longer afraid.
I'll offer thanksgiving, the fruit of my breath,
And praise You, O Lord, in life and in death.

[Chorus – Psalm 116:18–19]
In the house of the Lord, in the city of peace,
Where mercy flows and the songs never cease.
I’ll keep my vows, I’ll call on His name,
In the presence of all — I won’t be ashamed.

[Outro – A soul’s resolve]
I was down in the grave, and now I stand,
Cup of salvation in my trembling hand.
He heard me cry — He hears me still,
And I’ll love the Lord with all I will.

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