Psalm 61:1-8
1 Hear
my cry, O God,
listen to my prayer;
2 from
the end of the earth I call to you
when my heart is faint.
Lead me to the rock
that is higher than I,
3 for
you have been my refuge,
a strong tower against the enemy.
4 Let
me dwell in your tent forever!
Let me take refuge under the shelter of your wings! Selah
5 For
you, O God, have heard my vows;
you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name.
6 Prolong
the life of the king;
may his years endure to all generations!
7 May
he be enthroned forever before God;
appoint steadfast love and faithfulness to watch over him!
8 So
will I ever sing praises to your name,
as I perform my vows day after day.
What is your plea before the Lord God? Do you cry out for him to rescue your team
from defeat? Do you cry out for a
raise? Do you cry out to win the
Lottery? What is your plea before the
LORD God?
The Psalmist writes, “Listen to my prayer.” God is the one who watches over all his
beloved children. God even shelters us
in the shadow of his wings. The LORD God has provided his people with Love and
compassion. But is this what you prayed
for?
Most of the time when we sit down to pray, it is someone or
something that has finally brought us to our knees. Call upon the Lord in every time of
trouble. But also give him thanks and
praise when you are not in trouble.
The Psalmist is not encouraging us to pray, but giving us a
glimpse as to what he is praying for. He
prays that the Lord would not turn his prayer away on account of his sins. He prays that the Lord would continue to
shelter him from danger and trouble. He
prays for God’s Kingdom to remain forever, and maybe even expand. He finally prays for God to help him keep the
promises (vows) he has made.
Lord Help all of us in our times of need. Help us also to remain faithful in your Son
Jesus Christ our Lord. Give us the
strength to stand tall, and do what is good in your sight. Amen.
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