Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
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Janesville, WI 53547
—Psalm 143:1-8
by: Dale Rood.
In the times of trouble when we remember, we must have an accurate picture of who God is and who we are in relationship to him. The psalmist acknowledges God's faithfulness and righteousness (v. 1) and his own unworthiness (v. 2).
This is not an attempt to browbeat God into helping by painting a picture of how badly help is needed (vv. 4, 7). It is an honest expression of his utter dependence upon God and longing for God. Peter uttered this same sentiment in the New Testament when he said, "Lord, to whom (else) shall we go? You have the words of eternal life" (John 6:68, NIV) .