Verse of the day 😕 Help, lord!? (Psalm 12. 1)
The prayer itself is remarkable because it is brief, but timely, concise and suggestive. David lamented the rarity of faithful men; He therefore raised his voice to God in supplication; when the creature failed, David ran toward the Creator; evidently David felt his own weakness, otherwise he would not have shouted for help; yet, at the same time, he sincerely decided to fight. for the cause of truth, because the word ”help” is impractical where we do nothing ourselves. There is much precision, clarity of perception and audacity in this two-word request, much more, in fact, than in the long and incoherent expansions of some believers. The Psalmist knew what he was looking for and where he could find it.
- Lord.
- Teach us to pray in this blessed way.
- This supplication is useful in providential afflictions.
- For believers who are tested and discover that all human help has failed them.
- Students of difficult doctrines can get help by raising this cry to the Holy Spirit.
- The great Teacher.
- Spiritual warriors in internal conflicts may turn to the throne of grace for reinforcement; and the words of this plea may be a template for your request.
- Through this supplication.
- Those who work in the Lord’s work can obtain grace in times of need.
- Those who are in doubt and alarmed can make this same powerful appeal to God.
- In fact.
- In all cases.
- Occasions.
- Circumstances and places.
- This defense will be adapted to needy souls.
- “Help.
- LORD !? It is suitable for life and death.
- For suffering and work.
- For joy and pain.
- We find our help in the Lord Jesus.
- We must not be careless and stop crying out to him.
- The character of God assures us that he will not abandon his people.
- Your relationship as a parent and spouse guarantees help.
- The gift of the Lord Jesus is a pledge of all good things.
- And his unbreakable promise remains: “Do not fear that I will help you? (Isaiah 41.
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