Psalms 50:15 Meaning and Explanation
“And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God invites His people to call on Him in distress and promises to save them, receiving glory in return.
The Context of Psalms 50:15
God offers deliverance to those who call on Him in trouble.
What Does Psalms 50:15 Mean?
The covenant relationship offers practical comfort: in the day of trouble, the people can call on God and He will deliver them. This is not a distant deity but one present and accessible in crisis. The word glorify is key—when God saves, the saved person's response should be to give Him honor and praise.
This verse shows the proper return flow of the covenant: the people give thanksgiving and vows (v. 14), and God gives deliverance and salvation. The sacrifice God truly wants is the glorification—the acknowledgment of His power and goodness—that flows naturally from experiencing His salvation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 50:15
What does Psalms 50:15 mean?
God invites His people to call on Him in distress and promises to save them, receiving glory in return.
What is the context of Psalms 50:15?
God offers deliverance to those who call on Him in trouble.