Psalms 22:1-31

STRENGTH IN TIMES OF DISTRESS

Keywords 22:19

But you, O LORD, be not far off; O my Strength, come quickly to help me.

 

1. O Lord, be not far off (1-21)

David was suffering immensely at the hands of evil people when he wrote this Psalm. He cried out to God for relief, but his prayers seem to go unanswered. Jesus echoed this cry on the cross. However, David did not become bitter. He remembered God’s faithfulness to his forefathers. God had been with him from the time he was in his mother’s womb. David continued to trust in God and he asked God for help.

 

2. He rules over the nations (22-31)

David was sure that God would listen to his cry for help and rescue him. With this assurance, David declared that he would honor God before the people. He also called on his people to revere and praise God. David’s situation at the moment looked bleak, but he was certain that the Lord was sovereign over all men and nations. He looked forward to the day when all peoples would bow down before the Lord. Future generations would hear of God’s righteousness.

 

Prayer Lord, you are my strength when I am in distress. Help me to trust you no matter what.

One Word Trust God in all circumstances