Psalms 20:4

4 May he give you what your heart longs for. May he make all of your plans succeed.

Psalms 20:4 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 20:4

Grant thee according to thine own heart
Which is to see his seed, the travail of his soul, and to have the pleasure of the Lord prosper in his hand; to have all his people called, preserved, and glorified;

and fulfil all thy counsel;
whatever was agreed upon in the council and covenant of peace between him and his Father, relating to his own glory, and the salvation of his people.

Psalms 20:4 In-Context

2 May he send you help from the sacred tent. May he give you aid from Zion.
3 May he remember all of your sacrifices. May he accept your burnt offerings. "Selah"
4 May he give you what your heart longs for. May he make all of your plans succeed.
5 We will shout with joy when you win the battle. We will lift up our flags in the name of our God. May the LORD give you everything you ask for.
6 Now I know that the LORD saves his anointed king. He answers him from his holy heaven. The power of God's right hand saves the king.

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