But may all who seek You
rejoice and be glad in You;
may those who love Your salvation
say continually, “Great is the LORD!”
As for me, I am poor and needy,
but the Lord takes thought for me.
You are my help and my deliverer;
do not delay, O my God!
As I found myself in almost a physical panic tonight after church, overwhelmed by the responsibilities that now press down upon me, I quieted my soul through the reading (and praying) of this psalm. Psalm 40 can be broken down into two main sections. The first part, vv. 1-10, offers praise to God for His steadfast love, faithfulness, and the many past mercies received from Him. In the second part, vv. 11-17, the psalmist expresses his current distress and his need for God's continued help. Once again, I am so thankful for the honest of the Psalms and their honesty and relevance!
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