Psalm 54-56

The psalmist, David, went through a lot of drama in his life.  These three psalms are psalms of prayer and praise to God.  David cries out to the Lord when he is being attacked, not only by his enemies, but also by some of his closest friends.   David realizes that God is the only one who can help him in his time of need.  Psalm 56:3-4 sums up the three passages with these stanzas:

                                    “When I am afraid,

                                                I put my trust in you.

                                    In God, whose word I praise,

                                                in God I trust; I shall not be afraid.

                                                What can flesh do to me?”

How often are we afraid, frustrated, or hurt because the world, our friends or acquaintances are attacking us.   It is comforting to know that we can simply bring our troubles to Him and He will take care of us.   He will never give us more than we can bear.  Just like David, we should look to Christ in times of need and He will always be there to care for us. 

Prayer:

Lord, grow my faith.  You are sovereign and trustworthy in ALL things.  Strengthen my resolve not only to declare but also to act in such manner that shows that I trust in you.