The Lord Will

Psalm 15:4

β€œIn whose eyes a vile person is contemned; but he honoureth them that fear the Lord. He that sweareth to his own hurt, and changeth not.”

KJV

Read in Psalm 15

Meaning

Moral discernment, honoring those who fear the LORD, and keeping a costly promise describe fidelity; they do not authorize dehumanization or force someone to remain bound by an abusive, coerced, or illegal commitment.

Read carefully

Moral discernment, honoring those who fear the LORD, and keeping a costly promise describe fidelity; they do not authorize dehumanization or force someone to remain bound by an abusive, coerced, or illegal commitment. Keep the verse within its literary unit.

Reflection

Use this verse for self-examination before God, not as a checklist for declaring other people unworthy of worship, dignity, safety, or care.