Psalm 119:50

This is my comfort in my affliction: for thy word hath quickened me.



Psalm 119:50-71 King James Version


50 This is my comfort in my affliction: for thy word hath quickened me.

51 The proud have had me greatly in derision: yet have I not declined from thy law.

52 I remembered thy judgments of old, O Lord; and have comforted myself.

53 Horror hath taken hold upon me because of the wicked that forsake thy law.

54 Thy statutes have been my songs in the house of my pilgrimage.

55 I have remembered thy name, O Lord, in the night, and have kept thy law.

56 This I had, because I kept thy precepts.

57 Thou art my portion, O Lord: I have said that I would keep thy words.

58 I intreated thy favour with my whole heart: be merciful unto me according to thy word.

59 I thought on my ways, and turned my feet unto thy testimonies.

60 I made haste, and delayed not to keep thy commandments.

61 The bands of the wicked have robbed me: but I have not forgotten thy law.

62 At midnight I will rise to give thanks unto thee because of thy righteous judgments.

63 I am a companion of all them that fear thee, and of them that keep thy precepts.

64 The earth, O Lord, is full of thy mercy: teach me thy statutes.

65 Thou hast dealt well with thy servant, O Lord, according unto thy word.

66 Teach me good judgment and knowledge: for I have believed thy commandments.

67 Before I was afflicted I went astray: but now have I kept thy word.

68 Thou art good, and doest good; teach me thy statutes.

69 The proud have forged a lie against me: but I will keep thy precepts with my whole heart.

70 Their heart is as fat as grease; but I delight in thy law.

71 It is good for me that I have been afflicted; that I might learn thy statutes.

This is my comfort in affliction,

Suffering did not remove the psalmist from God’s care; it drove him to the revelation God had given. Israel’s history included oppression in Egypt, wilderness testing, warfare, captivity, and exile, yet the Lord repeatedly proved faithful to His covenant. God comforts His people not only by easing sorrow but by assuring them of His presence, mercy, and unchanging faithfulness. He is the “God of all comfort,” who sustains His children in their troubles (2 Corinthians 1:3–4).

Psa 94:19 When anxiety overwhelms me, Your consolation…
2Co 1:3-4 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,…
Isa 66:13 As a mother comforts her son, so will I comfort you,…


that Your promise

God’s promise rests on His covenant character. He bound Himself to Abraham and his descendants with promises of blessing, a land, a people, and ultimately a Redeemer through whom all nations would be blessed (Genesis 12:1–3). Every promise of God finds its fulfillment in Christ, whose saving work guarantees forgiveness, resurrection, and eternal inheritance for all who trust Him (2 Corinthians 1:20).

Tit 1:2 in the hope of eternal life, which God,…
Heb 10:23 Let us hold resolutely to the hope we profess…
2Co 1:20 For all the promises of God are “Yes” in Christ.…


has given me life.

God’s word revived the psalmist amid affliction, preserving him from despair and restoring strength for faithful obedience. The Lord gives physical life and provides for His people, but His promises also point to the greater life found in redemption. Jesus Christ gives abundant and eternal life to those who believe in Him, delivering them from death’s final power and bringing them into lasting fellowship with God (John 10:10; John 14:6).

Deu 32:47 For they are not idle words to you, because they are…
Jhn 6:63 The Spirit gives life; the flesh profits nothing.…
Eph 2:5 made us alive with Christ even when we were dead…



Persons / Places / Events

1. Psalmist
The author of Psalm 119, traditionally believed to be King David, who expresses deep devotion to God's law and finds solace in His promises.

2. God
The divine author of the promises that provide comfort and life to the psalmist.

3. Affliction
The unspecified trials or sufferings faced by the psalmist, which are common to human experience and serve as a backdrop for the comfort found in God's word.
Teaching Points

The Power of God's Promises
God's promises are not just words; they are life-giving and transformative. In times of affliction, believers can find true comfort and renewal through His promises.

The Role of Scripture in Suffering
Scripture serves as a source of hope and strength during trials. By immersing ourselves in God's word, we can find the encouragement needed to persevere.

Affliction as a Catalyst for Spiritual Growth
While affliction is challenging, it can drive us closer to God and deepen our reliance on His promises. It is an opportunity for spiritual growth and maturity.

The Living Nature of God's Word
The Hebrew word for "life" (chayah) implies vitality and sustenance. God's word is not static; it actively sustains and invigorates our spiritual lives.
Bible Study Questions

1. How does the psalmist's experience of finding comfort in God's promises challenge or encourage you in your current circumstances?

2. In what ways can you incorporate the promises of God into your daily life to find comfort and strength?

3. Reflect on a time when you faced affliction. How did God's word provide comfort or life to you during that period?

4. How can the understanding of God's word as "living and active" change the way you approach reading the Bible?

5. What are some specific promises from Scripture that you can hold onto during times of trial, and how do they relate to the comfort described in Psalm 119:50?